Overview
Susitna Landing sits near the confluence of the Kashwitna and Susitna Rivers off the Parks Highway, offering 69 wooded sites in Alaska’s Mat-Su Valley near Willow. Privately managed, it’s surrounded by spruce with river access, featuring showers and fire rings for a well-equipped stay. This campground is a popular base for campers looking to fish for salmon and trout, launch a boat, or enjoy the scenic riverside, with Willow’s small-town charm a short drive away.
Location & Access
- Location: Near Mile 82 Parks Hwy, Willow, Alaska (admin address: PO Box 871706, Wasilla, AK 99687).
- Access: Reachable via a short turnoff from the 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, weather permitting.
Campsite Details
- Number of Sites: 69 sites, suitable for tents and RVs.
Amenities & Facilities
- Restrooms: Vault toilets and showers available.
- Water: Drinking water provided on-site.
- Additional Amenities: Each site includes a fire ring; a boat launch is available; some sites are wheelchair-accessible.
Activities & Nearby Attractions
- On-Site Activities: Fish for salmon or trout in the Kashwitna and Susitna Rivers, launch a boat, or enjoy a campfire by the water.
- Nearby Attractions: Willow, 10 minutes north, offers Hatcher Pass access; Talkeetna, 45 minutes north, provides flightseeing to Denali.
