$20 - $120 / night

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Johnson Lake State Recreation Area Campground

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Description

State Park

Johnson Lake State Recreation Area

Johnson Lake State Recreation Area is a nice, wooded, 332 acre area surrounding Johnson Lake. Camping, fishing for rainbow trout, canoeing and walking are popular activities. Moose, black and brown bear, lynx, squirrels, hares and other creatures are plentiful in all of these areas. Enjoy and respect them for this is their home. Please help them by not feeding them and keeping a clean camp.

Park Rules
Park rules allow all visitors to enjoy our state parks and protect them for future generations.
Please pay your camping fee immediately after selecting a site.
Camping stays are limited to 15 days.
There is a day use parking fee.
Fires are permitted only in fire grates provided or on the saltwater beach.
Please do not cut live trees or shrubs; collect only dead and down wood.
Motor vehicles are restricted to roads, parking areas or saltwater beaches.
Pets must be leashed and under control at all times in developed areas.
Please do not litter; use the dumpster's provided.
Discharge of firearms and fireworks is prohibited in the recreation area.
Please respect the rights of those who own private property near the recreation area.
Quiet hours are 11 p.m. to 6 a.m.

The Disabled U.S. Veteran Camping Pass is valid for free camping in all state park campgrounds, including premium sites, subject to all other park rules and stay limits. Passes must be properly displayed and the veteran must be physically present in the campsite each night for the pass to be honored. Second vehicles that can fit within the same defined parking space or site are exempted from paying additional camping fees. The pass is NOT valid for any Reservation Transaction Fees charged for reserving campsites.

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Location

Johnson Lake State Recreation Area Campground is located in Alaska

Directions

At approximately mile post 110 on the Sterling Highway turn onto Johnson Lake Road, then turn onto Tustumena Lake Road, take the first right into the Johnson Lake SRA.

Address

PO Box 1247
Soldotna, AK 99669

Coordinates

60.2966195 N
151.26584496 W

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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.

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WiFi
Available
Verizon
Unknown
AT&T
Unknown
T-Mobile
Unknown

Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)
Group
Cabins

Features

For Campers

ADA Access
Reservable
Electric Hookups
Pets
Fires

For Vehicles

Sewer Hookups
Water Hookups
30 Amp Hookups
50 Amp Hookups

Contact

General Info

Reservations

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Drive Time

9 hrs 41 min from Fairbanks

Marin T.

Scout

Reviewed Aug. 18, 2024

Fun place!

The toilets were very clean. No showers though like the app says. I saw a moose when I got out of my tent in the morning!

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Month of VisitAugust

Michael V.

Ranger

Reviewed Aug. 11, 2022

Campground right on the pond.

Used to party at this lake as a local in the late 90’s early 2000’s.

Nice little tent camping campground. There used to have spots big enough for RV’s but no hook ups.

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Month of VisitSeptember

Teresa S.

Guide

Reviewed Apr. 17, 2021

Walk-in camping worth it!

Such an awesome lake. We pretty much had the area to ourselves. The walk-in campsites are spacious. We had easy access to the lake. Trout were abundant.

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Month of VisitJune

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Allen W.

Guide

Reviewed Jul. 25, 2018

Johnson Lake: Family Camping

Following the shoreline of Johnson Lake, this tidy little campground makes for a fun summer stop with the family. A boat launch provides water access to anyone looking to play with jet skis, motor boats, or canoes and kayaks. shallow warmer waters provide for good swimming as well.

Stocked by fish and game; the later summer months can provide good fishing for Rainbow Trout. Both shore and boat fishing can provide success to the right angler. Just gotta bring the right set up!

A nicely set up day use area is avaIlable nearby as well. Large awnings cover anywhere from 2 to 4 picnic tables providing dry areas. Fire pits and built in BBQ‘s are close by each awning.

Late June and July finds this campground very busy, especially during hot days when locals are looking to escape the sun. noise levels and lake activity can get pretty high at these times. The rest of the year these issues are less likely.

One of my favorIte campgrounds growing up, I could be found here most summer days with a lIne in the water or swimmIng. Now a days I use the day use area occasionally for gatherIngs wIth friends and some BBQin. I tend to avoid the campgrounds durring the summer months because of the overcrowding, but late season camping and fishing can be peaceful and quiet.

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51 total spaces.
Good for both tent and motor home camping.
Well water and dumpsters are provided.
Bathrooms are available.
Excellent Trout fishing in later summer months.
Camp hosts can be intrusive.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to camp at Johnson Lake State Recreation Area Campground?

Camping at Johnson Lake State Recreation Area Campground can cost between $20.00 and $120.00 depending on the site.

Does Johnson Lake State Recreation Area Campground have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, Johnson Lake State Recreation Area Campground has 30 amp and 50 amp electric hookups, water hookups and sewer hookups.

What is the max vehicle length at Johnson Lake State Recreation Area Campground?

Johnson Lake State Recreation Area Campground allows vehicles up to 35 feet.

Are fires allowed at Johnson Lake State Recreation Area Campground?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Johnson Lake State Recreation Area Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Johnson Lake State Recreation Area Campground have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Johnson Lake State Recreation Area Campground does not have wifi.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Johnson Lake State Recreation Area Campground?

Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Johnson Lake State Recreation Area Campground. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Johnson Lake State Recreation Area Campground, try setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts

Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Johnson Lake State Recreation Area Campground?

There are 25 campsites at Johnson Lake State Recreation Area Campground and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts

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