What are the hours and season for Eagles Nest Campground?

Eagles Nest Campground is open May through October. Check-in: 2:00 PM. Check-out: 12:00 PM.

What amenities does Eagles Nest Campground have?

Eagles Nest Campground amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Fishing. Hookups: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs..

How do I book a campsite at Eagles Nest Campground?

Eagles Nest Campground is a federal campground — book at Recreation.gov (search "Eagles Nest Campground"). Sites are released 6 months in advance and sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/eagles-nest-campground to be notified the moment a site opens up.

Eagles Nest Campground

Tongass National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Craig, AK3 (1)

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Eagles Nest Campground is located on Prince of Wales Island in a temperate rainforest surrounded by muskeg and Balls Lake. Visitors enjoy viewing wildlife, hiking, fishing, canoeing and kayaking. This campground is situated on Prince of Wales Island, the third largest island in the U.S., on the shores of Balls Lake, eighteen miles west of Thorne Bay.An interpretive trail parallels the lake for approximately 1,800 feet, offering scenic views of the Thorne Mountains and surrounding foothills.

Things to do nearby

Tongass National ForestBalls Lake

Best For

AnglersHikersBoatersWildlife watchersFamilies

Site Types

TentRV

Amenities

Fire Rings

Picnic Tables

Vault Toilets

Fishing

Check-in

2:00 PM

Check-out

12:00 PM

Season

May through October

Max/site

6 people

Known Issues

Federal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.

Cancellation Policy

Recreation.gov: full refund if cancelled 7+ days before arrival. $10 cancellation fee applies.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Eagles Nest Campground cost per night?+

Eagles Nest Campground costs $8–$16 per night depending on site type and season. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.

What season is Eagles Nest Campground open?+

Eagles Nest Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Does Eagles Nest Campground have hookups?+

No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.

What is the maximum RV length at Eagles Nest Campground?+

Eagles Nest Campground can accommodate RVs up to 99 feet long.

How do I make reservations at Eagles Nest Campground?+

Eagles Nest Campground is a federal campground — reservations open 6 months in advance at Recreation.gov. Sites sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.

How far is Eagles Nest Campground from the nearest town?+

Eagles Nest Campground is located in Craig, AK. Check the map above for distance to nearby services.

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