Fielding Lake State Recreation Area

Overview

Brochure InfoThe Fielding Lake area is subject to high winds and blizzard conditions in the winter, so use caution and be weather aware. The elevation of the park unit is 2,973 feet, so be prepared for chilly nights, particularly in the winter. Winter ice on the lake often remains until July. The road to the park from the Richardson Why. is not plowed during the winter. From late spring to late fall, the cabin is accessible by road. Otherwise, cabin users must park on the highway and travel 1.5 miles to the lake. Travel can be by snowmachine, dog team, skis, or snowshoe. Cabin furnishings include plywood sleeping platforms, a kitchen counter, shelves, table and benches, wood stove, fire extinguisher, and an outdoor latrine. Firewood is not provided and can be hard to find at this cabins. Fielding Lake Cabin does not have firewood or a woodshed. For water, renters must bring their own, or purify lake water or snow.Brochure Info - OrientationFielding Lake is nestled among tundra covered hills within the Alaska Range in the Interior. This large lake has excellent fishing. Other summer activities include wildlife viewing and hiking. Winter activities include ice fishing and all kinds of snow activities. Access to the park is at Mile 200.5 of the Richardson Highway. Facilities include a small campground, latrine, and boat launch. Please respect the private property adjacent to the park.Brochure Info - RecreationThis large lake has excellent fishing. Other summer activities include wildlife viewing and hiking. Winter activities include ice fishing and all kinds of snow activities.Brochure Info - Facilities and RestrictionsThis rustic campground has 17 sites, a boat launch, and toilets. Fielding Lake State Recreation Site also offers a public use cabin, which is available by reservation. Fielding Lake Cabin (12' X 14') Sleeps 6 (maximum 6) with a maximum stay of 3 consecutive nights. Water supply is from snow, lake, or the stream. Please purify the water before using. Firewood is scarce in this high mountain valley, so bring in at least one day's supply.Key InfoBy mid-October the 2-miles road to Fielding Lake State Recreation Area is normally snowed-in and accessible only by snowmachine, skis, snowshoes, ect.Important Information for Daily EntranceDirectionAccess to Fielding Lake State Recreation Area is at Mile 200.5 on the Richardson Highway, 67 miles south of Delta Junction. Turn west on Fielding Lake Road and travel 2 miles to the recreation area.Booking Window Product InfoFee Cancellation DescCancellations: Cancellations must be made at least 3 calendar days prior to arrival date for a full refund (does not include transaction/cancellation fees). Cancellations must be made through www.reserveamerica.com. You must cancel your reservations online, from your account. If you fail to cancel in a timely manner, or fail to use the facility for reasons other than the exceptions listed below, a refund is not available. Changes/Transfers: Changes/Transfers must be made 2 calendar days prior to your scheduled arrival date and incur a $3 change/transfer fee. Changes where the reservation is extended will not have an additional change fee. Refunds: Park Staff are not authorized to give cash refunds. Refunds for canceled reservations online will be made by issuing a credit to the card used for payment. Exceptions: If you were unable to use the facility due to events beyond your control, such as extreme weather/hazardous conditions (as determined by Alaska State Parks), or closure of a road, trail, or facility by the State, you may request a refund. Requests for refunds must be made within three (3) business days of the last date of your reservation to the Alaska Department of Natural Resources Public Information Center at 907-269-8400. Please provide your reservation number when you call. Extreme weather in the Northern Region is defined as Minus 30 F for the "Hunt Memorial", "North Fork", and "Chena River" Cabins; Minus 20 F for all other cabins and ice huts. In the event of a natural emergency or sudden campground/site closure, a full refund will be issued. The Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation reserves the right to make the final determination of whether a refund will be issued.