Within Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, Kendesnii Campground provides National Park Service-managed camping along the banks of a small lake. The campground requires an hour-long drive from the visitor center via Nabesna Road, which transitions from pavement to maintained dirt surface after mile 15. Sites feature open terrain with mountain views and generous spacing between camping spots.
Basic amenities include vault toilets, well water, picnic tables, and fire rings, though no electrical hookups are available. The campground permits alcohol but prohibits pets. Campers should bring rubber boots for hiking, as trails often pass through soft ground and deep puddles. Twin Lakes Dispersed — Wrangell-St. Elias NP sits just west for additional options in the area.
Description
Located on the Nabesna Road, this free camping area is the only National Park Service campground in Wrangell-St. Elias National Park. It has 10 designated campsites, each with a picnic table and a fire ring. There are two vault toilets. Each site can accommodate a small to medium RV or other vehicles. It is free and open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis, but is not plowed during the winter so campsites may not be accessible. Reservations are not taken and are not required.
Map & DirectionsKendesnii Campground is located in Alaska near Slana
Directions
Kendesnii Campground is located at Mile Post 27.8 of the Nabesna Road. The Nabesna Road starts at mile 60 of the Tok Cutoff Highway in the town of Slana, AK. The dirt and gravel road is maintained by the State of Alaska. In Summer, regular passenger cars can make the journey to the campground. Any time of year, the campground may be inaccessible due to heavy rain or snow.
Address
Mile Post 27.8 Nabesna Road
None, AK 99586
Coordinates
62.52982 N
143.258776 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Toilets
- Alcohol





