Established Camping
Walker Fork Campground
Walker Fork Campground is located near Chicken, Alaska, surrounded by rugged terrain with dense forests and rolling hills. Temperatures can range from lows of -20°F in winter to highs of 70°F in summer. Campers can explore the nearby Fortymile River for fishing and canoeing or visit the historic town of Chicken for a glimpse into the region's gold mining past.
Description
Bureau of Land Management
The campground is operated by the BLM and offers 18 camping sites. In the 1930s and 1940s, this was the site of Lassen airstrip. Year-round air service replaced winter-only sleds delivering equipment and fuel to mining camps on Jack Wade Creek. ADA Access: Yes. There are 2 elevated tent pads and an accessible toilet.
Fee Info
$12 per night
Location
Walker Fork Campground is located in Alaska
Directions
Milepost 82 on the Taylor Highway
Address
Eastern Interior Field Office
MP 82.1 Taylor Highway
Chicken, AK 99709
Coordinates
64.07623 N
141.63125 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Stay Connected
- WiFiFair
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileAvailable
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
