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About this campground
The Salmon Lake Campground is located on the shores of Salmon Lake, one of the northernmost spawning areas for Sockeye salmon in Alaska. The campground is approximately 40 miles north of Nome, Alaska, and is accessed by a one mile gravel road off the Nome-Kougarok Highway. A sign on the Highway directs visitors to the campground and lake. Facilities at the nine acre complex include an unimproved boat launch, six campsites with picnic tables, two trash receptacles, and a single door outhouse.
Salmon Lake Campground FAQ
Can I bring an RV to Salmon Lake Campground?
Salmon Lake Campground is not listed as accepting RVs. It may be tent-only or have access limits, so check before you go or see the nearby RV campgrounds listed on this page.
Can I reserve a campsite at Salmon Lake Campground?
Salmon Lake Campground does not take online reservations through Recreation.gov. Sites are typically first-come, first-served, so contact the campground to confirm. View it on Recreation.gov.
Where is Salmon Lake Campground located?
Salmon Lake Campground is in Nome, Alaska, at Anchorage Field Office, Nome Field Station. GPS coordinates: 64.91644, -164.96111. Get directions.
What can you do at Salmon Lake Campground?
Activities at and around the campground include Boating, Camping, Fishing, Water Sports, Wildlife Viewing, Photography.
How do I contact Salmon Lake Campground?
You can call 907-267-2200 or email blm_ak_afo_general_delivery@blm.gov. They can confirm site availability, hookups, length limits and current conditions.