Hikers exploring the Mat-Su Valley will find trail access to multiple lakes from Kepler Park, a privately managed campground that underwent renovations in 2020. The property sits on open terrain near Long Lake, with connecting trails that provide access to Long, Irene, and Canoe lakes just off the highway. The Long Lake trailhead requires a short but steep hike down to the water and back up on return.
Great Holidays Campgrounds manages the facility with online reservations available, though bookings close 48 hours before arrival. Sites accommodate both drive-in and walk-in camping at $25-30 per night, with standard amenities including drinking water, restrooms, picnic tables, and firewood sales. Campers should expect rough road conditions accessing the property, and pets are welcome throughout the campground.
Description
Kepler Park is located on E. Kepler Drive, at Mile 37.4 of the Glenn Highway, about 1.5 miles east of the Parks & Glenn Hwy. interchange.
Our campground is located at Mile 37.4 of the Glenn Highway, about 1.5 miles east of the Parks & Glenn Hwy interchange.
Being situated on two lakes, Kepler and Bradley, you will find a serene setting for camping, picnicking, boating and excellent trout fishing. The lakes are stocked annually by the State of Alaska Department of Fish & Game. For those interested in hiking, we provide walk-in access only to the Matanuska Greenbelt Trail System.
Come visit for the day or camp overnight and enjoy a great time of recreation and relaxation. Centrally located in the Matanuska Valley, Kepler Park allows you to experience the "great outdoors" but is also just a short distance from other attractions and conveniences.
While staying with us as your base camp, you can visit the Musk Ox Farm, or the Reindeer Farm, and then drive to other popular sights such as beautiful Hatcher Pass and the view at Independence Mine or visit the Matanuska Glacier.
Take a tour of the valley to see the famous vegetable farms, hay fields, and the University of Alaska Experimental Farm. The ten day long Alaska State Fair, which begins in late August and ends on Labor Day, is only three miles from Kepler Park.
For your shopping needs, you can drive just a short distance to either Palmer or Wasilla.
We offer a family friendly atmosphere with a noise curfew and no alcohol or drugs are allowed on the premises. We ask that everyone respect our private property.
We will be selling soda, chips, snacks, fishing supplies, bait and tackle. Please bring your own fishing pole!
We have dedicated Kepler Park to the Lord for His Glory and His purpose. Come enjoy Kepler Park today!
Being situated on two lakes, Kepler and Bradley, you will find a serene setting for camping, picnicking, boating and excellent trout fishing. The lakes are stocked annually... The campground is open 7 days a week for day use and camping, May 1st through September 15th. Making a reservation is recommended. Please call the office to make a reservation.
Boat rentals are open 5 days a week, 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Thursday thru Monday (office is closed Tuesday and Wednesday).
Come join us at the park this summer!
Map & DirectionsKepler Park is located in Alaska near Palmer
Coordinates
61.551947525112865 N
149.19909601240641 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
T-Mobile is introducing T-Satellite to extend coverage in the outdoors- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GGood Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
