Eagles Nest Campground
Open year-round. Peak season runs May 1 through September 30 at $8/night for single sites. Non-peak season (October 1 through April 30) is also $8/night. Reservations available through Recreation.gov; some sites may be first-come, first-served. No potable water available on site.
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About
Eagles Nest Campground is nestled in the temperate rainforest above Balls Lake on Prince of Wales Island, the third largest island in the United States. The campground provides 12 sites including ten drive-in sites and two walk-in locations along the lakeside, all featuring picnic tables and campfire rings. A centrally located two-stall vault toilet serves the campground. Note that potable water is not available; campers must bring their own supply. The setting offers excellent recreation opportunities. A boat launch on Balls Lake provides access for canoes and kayaks, and anglers can fish from boat or shore for trout and Dolly Varden. The 2.5-mile Balls Lake Trail passes through the campground and loops around the entire lake, where swans, kingfisher, ducks, and an array of riparian plants can be observed. Sockeye salmon, wildflowers, and industrious beavers are common sights in and around the lake. The accessible Eagles Nest Interpretive Trail extends 0.5 miles one-way through towering spruce trees beside Control Creek, where salmon come to spawn. The trail offers scenic views of the Thorne Mountains and surrounding foothills. The campground sees light usage and provides a peaceful base for exploring the central portion of Prince of Wales Island.
Directions
From Ketchikan, take the Alaska Marine Ferry to Hollis on Prince of Wales Island. From Hollis, take State Highway 924 to Klawock. From Klawock, take State Highway 929 to Control Lake Junction (18 miles) and turn right. Continue on State Highway 929 (Forest Highway 42) for 2 miles. Campground is on the left.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $8 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 99ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 99ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (907) 225-3101 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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