Road noise from the nearby highway accompanies camping at this gravel lot campground on Homer's famous spit. The facility operates as a basic parking area next to the fishing hole lagoon, where marked sites aren't always clearly defined and waterfront spots fill quickly on a first-come, first-served basis.
Campers share restroom facilities with day-use fishing visitors, creating a busy atmosphere during peak salmon runs. The dump station operates on an honor system, and the $20 nightly rate makes this one of the more affordable options for staying directly on the spit. Doug H. notes that "restrooms are community shared with the local public fishing in the lagoon" and describes the setup as "better than an outhouse."
The campground's location provides walking access to restaurants and shops along the spit, eliminating the need to drive for meals or supplies. Wind exposure is common given the open coastal setting. Big rigs can navigate the gravel surface, and pets are welcome throughout the facility.
For a quieter alternative with more defined sites, Homer Spit Campground offers a different experience further down the peninsula.
Location
Public CampgroundFishing Hole Campground is located in Alaska
Directions
Driving directions from Anchorage to Jimmie Jack's Lodge (3 hours) From Anchorage, take the Seward Highway south, 3 hours. Go South on the Seward Highway 95 miles to the Sterling Highway turnoff. Take a right at the turnoff and drive 45 miles to Soldotna. Go straight through the town of Soldotna and cross the bridge over the Kenai River. Take a right at the next intersection onto Kalifornsky Beach (K-Beach) Road. Drive 9.3 miles on K-Beach to Karluk. Turn right, and take an immediate right onto Reef Drive. We are your third driveway on the left, 36065 Reef Drive. Welcome! Driving directions from Kenai Airport to Jimmie Jack's Lodge(10 minutes) From the Kenai Airport right onto Willow Street, then take a left at the fire station. Travel thr
Coordinates
59.60816465 N
151.43498567 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 17 usersLast on 4/29/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 19 usersLast on 4/29/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Phone Service
- WiFi
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Big Rig Friendly
