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Dispersed Camping

Tustumena Lake

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Tustumena Lake offers a camping experience near a large body of water surrounded by forested terrain. The area experiences temperatures ranging from lows of 10°F in winter to highs of 65°F in summer. Nearby, visitors can explore the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge and enjoy activities such as hiking and wildlife viewing.

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Location

Tustumena Lake is located in Alaska

Coordinates

60.25396435 N
151.173117 W

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Detours Nearby

Kenai National Wildlife Refuge Cabins

36 min away

Ninilchik View Campground

44 min away

Drive Time

11 hrs 9 min from Eielson AFB
11 hrs 29 min from Fairbanks

Access

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

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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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Joseph W.

Guide

Reviewed Jun. 19, 2025

Great Spot

Stayed one night over memorial day weekend. The camping area at the end of the road was full but there were some spots along the road in that were available. This place is full of wildlife and is a very cool spot to stay. There were loons calling through the night.

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Bonnie P.

Traveler

Reviewed May. 2, 2024

Nice Spot

This is a small campground with individual sites. It has a lake with boat ramp access and is used frequently, during summer months. Campsites have firepits. Some sites can be quite muddy to get to. Very nice. No cell service at sites.

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Month of VisitJuly

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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