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PAGQ · BIG LAKE, AK

Big Lake North State Recreation Site — Tent Camping

Off-airport campground with walk-in sites beside Big Lake. Currently closed for the season; retain for future planning.

Camping Temporarily closed

Website checked Nov 5, 2026 · BIG LAKE

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Before you go

Call to confirm hours.

Hours / check-in: CLOSED at November 5 check; future opening and arrival hours require confirmation.

Call 907-745-3975 Official website ↗

Ground-visit planning only. Use current aviation sources for weather, NOTAMs, airport restrictions and aircraft suitability.

From the airplane to your destination

Off airport at 16905 W Northshore Drive. Arrange a vehicle and return transport; no airport pedestrian route or included shuttle verified.

Aircraft parking

Call to confirm

Call the FBO or airport for transient parking, fees and where to shut down.

Getting to the entrance

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The pedestrian route and gate access have not been verified. Ask before leaving the aircraft.

Ground transportation

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A courtesy car, shuttle or rideshare is not confirmed. Arrange a ride and a backup.

Overnight aircraft arrangements

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Confirm tie-down or hangar availability, fees and after-hours access.

Reservations & arrival times

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Confirm hours, availability and any reservation requirements.

Facilities

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Restrooms, showers and other visitor facilities have not been independently confirmed.

MAKE A NIGHT OF IT

Nearby camping · Off airport

Season & restrictions: State status updated November 4 lists campground closed; no next opening date supplied.

Book or confirm directly with the operator. Published information does not show live vacancies.

Camping rules & arrangements ↗

Airport & FBO contacts

FBOFBO contact not confirmed
Airport contact · Alaska DOT&PF Mat-Su — airport administration · 907-745-2159Source ↗ · Source checked 2026-11-05Mat-Su district administration; not an FBO.
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Sources & research notes
  • Confirm seasonal reopening before planning a camping visit.
  • Confirm tent-site availability, ground transfer and overnight aircraft parking. Campground permission does not permit airport camping.
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