Within Tongass National Forest, Lake No. 3 Campground provides an established camping option managed by the US Forest Service. The campground sits near a lake in this expansive Southeast Alaska wilderness area.
Located on Prince of Wales Island, campers access this forest service site through the regional road network. The lakeside setting offers opportunities for water-based activities, though specific amenities and site details require confirmation upon arrival. For additional camping options in the region, visitors can explore camping near Tongass National Forest. The Karta River Cabin provides an alternative accommodation style for those preferring cabin lodging over tent camping.
Description
The Lake No. 3 dispersed camping area is named for the lake that one of the sites overlooks. This small camping area has 2 hardened campsites, fire rings and picnic tables available for visitors looking for a more secluded camping area. Special Features: Lake No. 3 dispersed campsite is a nice, small site without a lot of amenities. It is within a mile of the Salt Chuck Trail , which brings hikers to an interesting abandoned copper mine site. The campsite is also close to Lake Ellen and No. 3 Lake. Many visitors hike down to these lakes to swim or fish for trout and Dolly Varden. The second growth stands nearby are good spots to pick berries and may offer opportunities to see deer and bears.
Location
Public CampgroundLake No. 3 Campground is located in Alaska
Directions
Lake No. 3 camping area can be accessed by turning off of State Highway 925 at Goose Creek Bridge approximately 5 miles west of Thorne Bay onto Forest Road 2030 (Goose Creek Road). Follow Forest Road 2030 to where it turns into 2030790 at the Ellen Creek Bridge.
Coordinates
55.65305674 N
132.58441797 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
