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Lost Lake Trailhead

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Rough road access greets drivers headed to Lost Lake Trailhead, a free dispersed site within Chugach National Forest outside Seward. The trailhead parking area doubles as the camping area, which reviewers note gets crowded. A pit toilet is on site, though packing your own TP is recommended. Cell service is available at the trailhead sign but drops off from there. The site serves as the starting point for a 7-mile trail to Lost Lake, where designated campsites with bear boxes are available. Fires are prohibited in alpine areas above the trailhead, and a high-clearance 4x4 is recommended for the access road, though some visitors have made it in two-wheel-drive vehicles.

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Map & DirectionsLost Lake Trailhead is located in Alaska near Seward

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Dispersed Camping

Directions

At mile 5 Seward Highway turn west into Lost Lake subdivision. Follow signs to trailhead.

Coordinates

60.17267466 N
149.41095436 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Site Types

  • Dispersed

Features

For Campers

  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

DISPERSED CAMPING

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.

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Reviewed Jul. 28, 2022

Just a parking lot

This spot is a parking lot outside of the trailhead. It’s really crowded. There is a bathroom on site and the drive up is not horrible. We made it up in our rear wheel drive van just fine. Want a bad spot just wasn’t anything very special about it.

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Reviewed Aug. 14, 2020

Need 4x4 for this road. Pack it in, pack it out.

The road after the sign is rough and a good 4 X 4 or ATV is recommended. This 7-mile hiking trail will take you to Lost Lake. After a 2-mile incline hike the trail opens up and levels off half way in.

The Forest service recommends that you camp on Lost Lake at designated campsites. This is bear country and some of the camp sites have bear boxes. There are also pit toilets but always pack your own TP. The Forest service ask that backpackers are strongly encouraged not to camp on the Lost Lake peninsulas so that tundra can grow back a reminder that FIRES ARE PROHIBITED in alpine areas.

Cell Service: at sign Internet: no 2020 Cost: free Distance from Anchorage: 110 miles Bug Factor (1 minimal to 10 too many to enjoy): 4-8 depends on weather

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Frequently Asked Questions

What hiking trails are accessible from Lost Lake Campground?

The primary trail from Lost Lake Trailhead is the 7-mile trail that leads to Lost Lake itself. The trail features a challenging 2-mile incline at the beginning, after which it opens up and levels off about halfway through the journey. This trail offers scenic views and access to the alpine Lost Lake area where designated camping is available.

Where is Lost Lake Campground located in Alaska?

Lost Lake Trailhead is located near Seward, Alaska. The trailhead serves as the starting point for the 7-mile trail that leads to Lost Lake. The access road requires careful navigation, as it can be rough in places. A parking lot is available at the trailhead, which often gets crowded during peak hiking seasons.

Is Lost Lake Campground considered a wilderness camp?

Yes, Lost Lake Campground offers a wilderness camping experience. While the trailhead itself is simply a parking area with a bathroom facility, the actual camping area at Lost Lake (7 miles in) is in a wilderness setting. The Forest Service recommends using only designated campsites at Lost Lake to minimize environmental impact, which is characteristic of wilderness area management practices.

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