Overview
Merganser Lake Campground offers a single RV site near Merganser Lake along Swanson River Road, tucked in Alaska’s Kenai National Wildlife Refuge near Sterling. Managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, it’s surrounded by spruce and wetlands with lake access, featuring a vault toilet and fire ring for a solitary stay. This campground is a quiet retreat for campers looking to fish the lake, enjoy the refuge’s wildlife, or explore the Kenai Peninsula’s canoe routes, with Sterling’s services a short drive away.
Location & Access
- Location: Off Swanson River Road, near Sterling, Alaska.
- Access: Reachable via gravel Swanson River Road, about a 2-hour drive from Anchorage to Sterling, then a short distance off the highway; a high-clearance vehicle is recommended.
- Seasonal Accessibility: Open May through September, depending on road conditions.
Campsite Details
- Number of Sites: 1 site, suitable for RVs only.
Amenities & Facilities
- Restrooms: Vault toilet available.
- Additional Amenities: Fire ring provided at the site.
Activities & Nearby Attractions
- On-Site Activities: Fish for trout in Merganser Lake, or enjoy a campfire in this solitary lakefront setting.
- Nearby Attractions: The Kenai National Wildlife Refuge offers the Swanson River canoe system and wildlife viewing (moose, bears); Sterling, 20 minutes south, provides basic services.
