Upper Skilak Lake Campground — Hotel in Alaska

It was great! The drive in was not very promising as far as the forest and wildlife was concerned due to last year's wildfires. However I was pleasantly surprised when we got to upper skilak and I found most of the trees still intact and all of the campsites looking great. As far as the wildlife was concerned we had a black bear make an appearance on our road in and while at camp a moose walkthrough. Being from Alaska the moose did not bother us but those at the sites around us must have been from somewhere in the lower 48. Overall it was a great trip with lots of kayakinglittle bit of fishing and plenty of stories by the fire. Those who may be wondering there are plenty of RV sites and tent sites. Skilak is an every summer multiple times kind of thing. If you haven't been you live in Alaska you need to go. if you're not from Alaska make it one of your stops while you take your tour. And on a side notefor those of you who want your kids off of electronic devices there is little-to-no cell service or if you just need to have an excuse to get...

These are nice but can be full. Lots of Bears in the area. Plan ahead. Great trails!! Go to Gwin's Lodge for lunch or dinner. 30 minutes away in Cooper Landing. Milepost 52. A mile past the west Kenai River bridge. Get a burger, sweet potato fries & carrot cake! Cabins and store too! Stay a week at this Central location and you don't need to move each night! They have camping for $15 and...

As soon as we pulled up, there was a mama bear and her two cubs playing in the grass. Avoid the bathroom - it’s pretty nasty and best to go in the woods. The lake was stunning and plenty of hikes to check out. Get a boat tour if you can to explore...