Lower Chatanika River State Recreation Area
Reviewed May. 30, 2020

Great for families with kids

When we first got here we were the only ones parked on a Thursday morning. We didn’t have another occupant until the evening then by Friday late morning the place was booked.

We chose spot number 4 which has a private river access for fishing/viewing. We found a path through the woods that lead to a clean rocky water area the kids spent hours in. The spot next to ours had a fire ring with benches all around and a wonderful grassy area to play in. These two spots together would be the perfect group camping spot.

There was water here but a broken off handle so no access to the water was available.

There were multiple bathrooms (3 I believe) throughout the campground.

My 7 year old daughter wanted to take videos of the campsites and boat launch so I’ve attached those.

The boat launch was a popular drop off spot for fishing boats. We didn’t catch anything but my son had fun trying. We would like to come back this fall when it’s spear flashlight fishing time.

The birch trees had a lot of these green beetles on them that seemed to enjoy landing on you. There were plenty of mosquitoes and our hand held bug zapper came in handy but not enough to ruin your trip.

The kids were able to happily bike through the campground while I followed pushing a stroller.

There were ATV trails but nothing that bothered us in the evening.

Falling asleep and waking up to the sound of the river and birds was peaceful.

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  • Review photo of Lower Chatanika River State Recreation Area by Samantha M., May 30, 2020
  • Review photo of Lower Chatanika River State Recreation Area by Samantha M., May 30, 2020
  • Review photo of Lower Chatanika River State Recreation Area by Samantha M., May 30, 2020
  • Review photo of Lower Chatanika River State Recreation Area by Samantha M., May 30, 2020
  • Review photo of Lower Chatanika River State Recreation Area by Samantha M., May 30, 2020
  • Review photo of Lower Chatanika River State Recreation Area by Samantha M., May 30, 2020
  • Review photo of Lower Chatanika River State Recreation Area by Samantha M., May 30, 2020
  • Review photo of Lower Chatanika River State Recreation Area by Samantha M., May 30, 2020
  • Review photo of Lower Chatanika River State Recreation Area by Samantha M., May 30, 2020
  • Review photo of Lower Chatanika River State Recreation Area by Samantha M., May 30, 2020
  • Review photo of Lower Chatanika River State Recreation Area by Samantha M., May 30, 2020
  • Review photo of Lower Chatanika River State Recreation Area by Samantha M., May 30, 2020
  • Review photo of Lower Chatanika River State Recreation Area by Samantha M., May 30, 2020
  • Review photo of Lower Chatanika River State Recreation Area by Samantha M., May 30, 2020