About This Park
This hosted Campground is located at milepost 82.1 of the Taylor Highway, near Chicken. The Campground is operated by the BLM and offers 24 camping sites, 18 of which are pull-through sites.
An iron ranger fee-payment box sits near the entrance. Visitors can also pay fees using the Scan & Pay app on a mobile phone. Because there is no cell phone reception at the site, you will need to download the required Recreation.gov mobile app prior to traveling to the Campground, selecting the Scan & Pay option.
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.
Quick Information
- Type: Federal Park
- Network: Federal – Other
- Price Range: $15-35
Amenities
Contact & Location
Eastern Interior Field Office MP 82.1 Taylor Highway
Chicken, AK 99709
Phone: 907-474-2200
Email: EasternInterior@blm.gov
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Sites are dry camping only, so come with a full tank and plan accordingly — the trade-off is a quieter, more natural experience. The nearby river or creek adds a calming soundtrack to your stay and great options for fishing or wading. Facilities are basic — bring what you need and expect a more self-sufficient camping experience.