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South Rolly Lake Campground

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South Rolly Lake Campground, near Willow, Alaska, is a fantastic spot for those who love the great outdoors. With a variety of sites available, including options for tents, RVs, and even cabins, it caters to all kinds of campers looking to soak up nature.

This campground is a hit for water lovers, boasting canoe trails and easy access to fishing spots. Visitors rave about the clean facilities, including well-maintained pit toilets, and the friendly camp hosts who are always ready to help. One camper noted, “The outhouses are clean and also maintained daily,” which is a big plus when you’re out in the wild.

If you’re into hiking, you’re in luck! There are plenty of trails nearby, including the popular Red Shirt Lake trail. Plus, the beautiful scenery around South Rolly Lake makes for a perfect backdrop for a relaxing weekend. As one happy camper put it, “We stayed up until the rise telling stories around the fire and taking late night swims.”

Families will find this campground particularly appealing, with spacious sites and a safe area for kids to play. Whether you're fishing, canoeing, or just enjoying the peace and quiet, South Rolly Lake Campground is a great choice for your next adventure.

Description

State Park

98 sites. The recreation area combination of lakes, wetlands, and forests create an ideal habitat for many mammals and birds. Perhaps most noticeable to the summer visitor are water dwellers, especially beaver and waterfowl. Beavers are active in lakes and ponds throughout the park and visitors can see evidence of their work. These animals are vital to maintaining crucial water levels in the ecosystem; their dams and lodges must not be disturbed.

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Location

South Rolly Lake Campground is located in Alaska

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Coordinates

61.66520242 N
150.1369024 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Fair
  • Verizon
    Poor
  • AT&T
    Good
  • T-Mobile
    Good

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group
  • Cabins
  • Tent Cabin

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Pull-Through Sites
  • Big Rig Friendly

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Reviewed Jun. 13, 2024

Great spot for water lovers

We stayed here one night. Lots of mozzies. There are pit toilets and lots of sites to choose from. The campground is great if you like fishing or canoeing.

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Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of South Rolly Lake Campground by Heather K., June 13, 2024
Reviewed Jun. 24, 2021

Great for families

Really enjoyed our stay here. Lots of options for lake front, pull through, and back in. I recommend making a loop around before choosing a spot. Camp host was very nice. If you have kids bring their bikes!

Month of VisitMay
Reviewed Oct. 31, 2019

Canoe Trails!

6 miles of canoe trails on Nancy Lake to keep you nice and busy all weekend long. Tons of hiking, camp host, firewood for sale $8 or 2 for $15, several lake access day use sites with picnic tables and fire rings. Bear proof trash so they are here people.

  • Review photo of South Rolly Lake Campground by Shadara W., October 31, 2019
  • Review photo of South Rolly Lake Campground by Shadara W., October 31, 2019
  • Review photo of South Rolly Lake Campground by Shadara W., October 31, 2019
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Reviewed Oct. 11, 2018

Quiet slice of Alaska

I love the South Rolly Lake campground. We have been going here for years. The sites are large and campground staff clean them daily after campers leave. The outhouses are clean and also maintained daily. There are canoe and kayak rentals and the dock is great for fishing or swimming! There are also great hiking trails accessible from the campground including the Red Shirt Lake trail.

  • Review photo of South Rolly Lake Campground by Kristina G., October 11, 2018
  • Review photo of South Rolly Lake Campground by Kristina G., October 11, 2018
Reviewed Aug. 10, 2018

Moose Galore!

This seems like a well loved campsite and the lake was beautiful! Lots of sites to choose from and a lot of moose!

Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of South Rolly Lake Campground by Mari R., August 10, 2018
  • Review photo of South Rolly Lake Campground by Mari R., August 10, 2018
  • Review photo of South Rolly Lake Campground by Mari R., August 10, 2018
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Reviewed Aug. 8, 2018

Like few people?

Amazing how many of the sites don't look like they are often used! Several large pull through sites . we choose the B loop and have a beautiful site on a hill. Large and roomy. Potable water available in nearby Willow at Three Bears. Pit toilets and we'll water in the campground ( boil water).

  • Review photo of South Rolly Lake Campground by Pam W., August 8, 2018
  • Review photo of South Rolly Lake Campground by Pam W., August 8, 2018
  • Review photo of South Rolly Lake Campground by Pam W., August 8, 2018
Reviewed Jul. 17, 2018

Great weekend getaway

We stayed here using a pull through site, no power with a walking path directly to the lake. It ended up raining the whole weekend but was still a great trip. The camp hosts were helpful with fire wood for sale, the toilets not terrible and bathroom area clean, kayak/canoe rentals on location, water, and a little sand area for kids to play in. We brought a canopy to hide from the rain, canoeing attire, food to cook on the campfire, fishing equipment and warm clothes. The second time we visited we needed shorts and tank tops! I would definitely return for a relaxing day on the lake.

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Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of South Rolly Lake Campground by Samantha M., July 17, 2018
  • Review photo of South Rolly Lake Campground by Samantha M., July 17, 2018
  • Review photo of South Rolly Lake Campground by Samantha M., July 17, 2018
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Reviewed Jul. 9, 2018

Surprise Adventure

We were aiming for Nancy Lake Park and didn’t pull up our maps and found ourselves at South Rolly. This was a wonderful surprise! The campground has so many cool sites tucked away. There is also a lovely little central area safe for kids to play in. We stayed up until the rise telling stories around the fire and taking late night swims.

  • Review photo of South Rolly Lake Campground by Sierra  S., July 9, 2018
  • Review photo of South Rolly Lake Campground by Sierra  S., July 9, 2018
Reviewed May. 28, 2018

Great wooded campground

This is a family favorite. We enjoy the beautiful lake, hiking trails and just the peace and quiet the campground has to offer. Sites are pretty generous and private. Hiking trails are bountiful and beautiful. There is a canoe trail between some lakes around the area and South Rolly Lake itself is fun to take your canoe or kayak out on.

Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of South Rolly Lake Campground by Christy H., May 28, 2018
Reviewed Aug. 14, 2016

Great launching off point for Nancy Lake Recreation Area

Great, well maintained campground for a base camp for exploring the Nancy Lake Rec. Area! We hiked on the nearby Red Shirt Lake Trail and caught a ton of small northern pike on Red Shirt Lake. There is a great canoe rental shop in the campground that provides everything you need to get on the water.

  • Review photo of South Rolly Lake Campground by Cassandra S., August 14, 2016
  • Review photo of South Rolly Lake Campground by Cassandra S., August 14, 2016
Reviewed Aug. 5, 2016

Nice Lakeside Campground

This campground can be found at the end of Nancy Lake Pkwy and have lots of great camping spots to choose from. Friendly host and clean facilities. A few great hikes nearby, including Red Shirt Lake trail and great water recreation opportunities on the lake, including kayaking and canoeing. Was busier when I was there but beautiful views at the campsite. Visited in late fall too not to camp but for daytime recreation and love it!

  • Review photo of South Rolly Lake Campground by Angie G., August 5, 2016
  • Review photo of South Rolly Lake Campground by Angie G., August 5, 2016
  • Review photo of South Rolly Lake Campground by Angie G., August 5, 2016
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the max vehicle length at South Rolly Lake Campground?

    South Rolly Lake Campground allows vehicles up to 50 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at South Rolly Lake Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at South Rolly Lake Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Is there cell phone reception at South Rolly Lake Campground?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is poor, AT&T is good, and T-Mobile is good.