Overview
Mt. Prindle Campground offers 13 tent-only sites along U.S. Creek Road in Alaska’s White Mountains National Recreation Area, a remote corner of the Interior near the Steese Highway. Managed by the BLM, it’s surrounded by spruce and birch with views of Mt. Prindle’s granite tors, providing a rustic base for exploring this rugged landscape. With vault toilets and fire rings, it’s a quiet spot for campers eager to hike, fish, or enjoy the solitude of the White Mountains’ rolling hills and streams.
Location & Access
- Location: 222 University Ave, Fairbanks, Alaska.
- Access: Reachable via gravel U.S. Creek Road off the Steese Highway; it’s about a 2-hour drive northeast from Fairbanks, requiring a high-clearance vehicle.
- Seasonal Accessibility: Open May through September, depending on road conditions.
Campsite Details
- Number of Sites: 13 sites, suitable for tents only.
Amenities & Facilities
- Restrooms: Vault toilets available.
- Additional Amenities: Each site includes a fire ring; some sites are wheelchair-accessible.
Activities & Nearby Attractions
- On-Site Activities: Hike trails to Mt. Prindle’s tors, fish for grayling in nearby streams, or enjoy a campfire with mountain views.
- Nearby Attractions: The White Mountains National Recreation Area offers over 200 miles of trails and public cabins; Fairbanks, 2 hours southwest, provides urban amenities.
