Overview
Lower Troublesome Creek Campground sits at Mile 137.2 of the Parks Highway, offering 20 wooded sites along Troublesome Creek in Alaska’s Interior near Denali State Park. Managed by Alaska State Parks, it’s surrounded by spruce and birch with creek access, featuring fire rings for a simple stay. This campground is a quiet base for campers looking to fish for grayling, hike nearby trails, or enjoy the scenic beauty of the Alaska Range, with Denali’s grandeur just a short drive north.
Location & Access
- Location: Mile 137.2 Parks Highway, near Trapper Creek, Alaska.
- Access: Reachable via a short turnoff from the paved Parks Highway; it’s about a 2.5-hour drive north from Anchorage or 1 hour south from Denali National Park.
- Seasonal Accessibility: Open May through September, typical for Alaska State Parks.
Campsite Details
- Number of Sites: 20 sites, suitable for tents and RVs.
Amenities & Facilities
- Restrooms: Vault toilets available.
- Water: No water provided—bring your own or filter from the creek.
- Additional Amenities: Each site includes a fire ring.
Activities & Nearby Attractions
- On-Site Activities: Fish for grayling in Troublesome Creek, hike nearby trails in Denali State Park, or enjoy a campfire in the woods.
- Nearby Attractions: Denali State Park, 10 miles north, offers the Kesugi Ridge Trail with Alaska Range views; Talkeetna, 30 minutes south, provides flightseeing to Denali.