Closed
— Closed for winter. The campground operates only during snow-free months, typically late spring through early fall, depending on conditions at this northern latitude.
About
Salmon Lake Campground is a remote, nine-acre Bureau of Land Management facility located on the shores of Salmon Lake, approximately 40 miles north of Nome on Alaska's Seward Peninsula. Accessed via a one-mile gravel road off the Nome-Kougarok Highway at milepost 38, this free campground offers a true wilderness experience in one of Alaska's most remote regions.
The lake is notable as one of the northernmost spawning areas for sockeye salmon in Alaska, making it a prime destination for anglers and wildlife enthusiasts. The campground features six primitive campsites, each equipped with a picnic table, along with an unimproved boat launch for accessing the lake. A sandy beach provides opportunities for lakeside relaxation and wildlife observation. The facility includes a single vault toilet and two trash receptacles.
This is a first-come, first-served campground with no reservation system. Due to its location in northern Alaska, the campground is only accessible and operational during snow-free months, typically late spring through early fall. Visitors should be prepared for remote camping conditions and bring all necessary supplies, as Nome is the nearest community for services and fuel.
Directions
From Nome, drive approximately 38 miles north on Nome-Kougarok Highway. Turn right towards Salmon Lake at milepost 38 and follow the one-mile gravel access road to the campground.
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