Overview
Nancy Lake State Recreation RV Park sits at Mile 67 of the Parks Highway near Willow, offering 30 wooded sites along Nancy Lake in Alaska’s Mat-Su Valley. Managed by Alaska State Parks, it’s surrounded by spruce with lake access, featuring vault toilets and fire rings for a quiet stay. This campground is a peaceful base for campers looking to fish for trout, hike the surrounding trails, or enjoy the lake’s serene beauty, with Willow’s small-town vibe nearby.
Location & Access
- Location: Mile 67 Parks Hwy, near Willow, Alaska.
- Access: Reachable via a short turnoff from the paved Parks Highway; it’s about a 1.5-hour drive north from Anchorage or 1.5 hours south from Denali National Park.
- Seasonal Accessibility: Open May through September, typical for Alaska State Parks.
Campsite Details
- Number of Sites: 30 sites, suitable for tents and RVs.
Amenities & Facilities
- Restrooms: Vault toilets available.
- Water: Drinking water provided on-site.
- Additional Amenities: Each site includes a fire ring.
Activities & Nearby Attractions
- On-Site Activities: Fish for rainbow trout or pike in Nancy Lake, hike nearby trails, or enjoy a campfire with lake views.
- Nearby Attractions: Nancy Lake State Recreation Area offers canoe routes; Willow, 5 minutes north, provides access to Hatcher Pass for hiking and mining history.