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Fielding Lake State Recreation Area, AK

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The 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.

Status: Open through Tue Dec 31 2024   Season Dates
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Description

The 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.

Geography:

Fielding 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.

Recreation:

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.

Facilities:

This 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.

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Reservations can be made for today and can be made up to 7 Month(s) in advance.

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Season Schedule

Park Season
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End
Peak
Mon Jan 01 2024
Tue Dec 31 2024
Services and Amenities
Within Park
  • Biking
  • Birding
  • Boat Ramp
  • Boat Trailer Parking
  • Boating
  • Cabin Rentals
  • Campfire Rings
  • Canoeing
  • Cross Country Skiing
  • Fishing
  • Mountain Biking
  • Mushroom Picking
  • Paddle Boating
  • Parking Area
  • Pets Allowed
  • Pit Toilets
  • Snowmobile Trails
  • Snowshoeing
  • Trailheads
  • Wildlife Viewing
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Fees and Cancellation Policies
Special Policy Applicable to this Facility
Cancellations: 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.

Facility Rates*
Park Season
Site Type
Nightly/Daily Rates
Peak Season
Jan 01 2024 -
Dec 31 2024
Public Use Cabin
$45.00

*Displayed rates do not reflect discounts, attribute fees (electrical hookups / water hookups), taxes or incremental charges

**Weekly rates may not be available for all sites

Getting There
GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
63.195, -145.64917
63°11'42"N, 145°38'57"W

Access 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.
Contact Information

Mailing Address:

Fielding Lake State Recreation Area
3700 Airport Way
Fairbanks  AK  99709
Phone Number:
Information:  (907)451-2695
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