Overview
Upper Chatanika River State Rec Site sits at Mile 39 of the Steese Highway near Fairbanks, offering 24 wooded sites along the Upper Chatanika River in Alaska’s Interior. Managed by Alaska State Parks, it’s surrounded by spruce with river access, featuring vault toilets and fire rings for a peaceful stay. This campground is a scenic base for campers looking to fish for grayling, enjoy the riverside, or explore the northern wilderness, with Fairbanks a short drive away.
Location & Access
- Location: Mile 39 Steese Hwy, near Fairbanks, Alaska.
- Access: Reachable via a short turnoff from the paved Steese Highway; it’s about a 1-hour drive northeast from Fairbanks.
- Seasonal Accessibility: Open May through September, typical for Alaska State Parks.
Campsite Details
- Number of Sites: 24 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; some sites are wheelchair-accessible.
Activities & Nearby Attractions
- On-Site Activities: Fish for grayling or whitefish in the Upper Chatanika River, or enjoy a campfire with river views.
- Nearby Attractions: Fairbanks, an hour southwest, offers the Museum of the North and Chena Hot Springs; the Steese Highway provides scenic drives into the Interior.
