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Primrose Campground is open. As of May 17, 2019 fees are being charged and services are available. Summer camping season over. However, some of our campgrounds stay open until it snows. If a campground is open, the gate will be open and camping is on a first come first serve basis. During the off-season there is no water, no trash service, and no fees. Please pack out all garbage. Outhouse/toilet facilities may be unavailable. This campground includes 8 sites and no hookups. Water, toilets, tables, fire pits, dumpsters, and a boat ramp. This campground is located close to the Primrose Trailhead and is adjacent to Kenai Lake. $14/night
Travel south on the Seward Highway to Milepost 17.
Spectacular! We did 7 miles from the lake and turned around in August 2021. Trail is in good shape, not too hard or challenging, scenery is spectacular. People on the trail were very friendly and helpful. Truly an amazing hike. Wildflowers were amazing in August. See my trip blog at alisonwriter.wordpress.com
If you only do one hike in Alaska, it has to be this one! We clocked 10 miles to a stunning Lost Lake view (more if you go to the lake). My feet hate me and it took me all day, but it's worth every minute. The trail is well maintained. There will be a few muddy patches after several days of rain, but not a real issue. You will travel from lush rainforest to above the treeline for jaw-dropping vistas. The approach from Primrose is less aggressive but still plan for a serious hike. Bring bear spray because it's Alaska - not one sign of bear though. You can also grab a great shot of a really cool waterfall just off the trail. Blueberries are everywhere!
