Established Camping
Buskin River State Rec Area
Buskin River State Recreation Area near Kodiak, Alaska, features terrain with riverbanks and forested areas. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 60°F in summer. Nearby, visitors can explore Fort Abercrombie State Historical Park and the Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge.
Description
Buskin River State Recreation Site borders the Buskin River and is near the state airport. The Buskin River is one of the most productive fisheries on the Kodiak road system. Visitors from around the world visit this river to fish for sockeye and coho salmon.
For those that like to hike or mountain bike, there are old military roads connecting WWII structures hidden in the spruce forest on the north side of the park. Visitors can expect to see a variety of birds and wildlife including brown bears, eagles, harlequin ducks, and harbor seals. Camping sites are available on a first come first serve basis and most camping sites are suitable for RVs.
Location
Buskin River State Rec Area is located in Alaska
Coordinates
57.76300021 N
152.47800028 W
Detours Nearby
Ninilchik View Campground
7 hrs 20 min away
Tonsina Point at Caines Head
9 hrs 54 min away
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage
AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups
