Galbraith Lake Campground . With 0 campsites , it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Sites are first-come, first-served , and the best times to visit are Spring - Fall when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
🌤️ Best Time to Visit
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Galbraith Lake Campground.
Galbraith Lake Campground
A Rural campground in Alaska
Overview
Hiking East From the Highway Will Lead You to the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, While Hiking West of the Highway Will Take You Towards Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve.
Nearby Attractions
Drive a Little Further North and You Will Get Expansive Views of the North Slope, Possibility of Seeing Musk Ox, Caribou and Other Arctic Dwelling Wildlife.
• Ivishak Wild and Scenic River: Class Ii, Access by Chartered Air Service From Deadhorse or Coldfoot.
Galbraith Lake Campground Is the Only Campground Along the Dalton Highway Situated North of the Brooks Range. the Tundra Environment Affords Stunning Views of the Brooks Range and the North Slope. Hiking Can Be Found in Almost Any Direction From the Campground, Which Is an Excellent Basecamp for Exploring the Brooks Range. There Are 12 Designated Campsites. Please Note Due to Tundra, There Is No Firewood Available in the Vicinity of the Campground.
This Location Is Available on a First-Come, First-Serve Basis Only. Visitors Are Required to Physically Arrive at the Campground to Claim and Purchase a Site. Once on-Site, You Have the Option to Pay for Your Campsites(S) with Cash/Check or by Scanning a Qr Code Using the Recreation. Gov Mobile App. Download the Free Recreation. Gov Mobile App on Android or Ios Prior to Your Arrival As This Is a Remote Area That Has Limited or No Cellular Service.
the Brooks Range Offers Excellent Recreation Opportunities, But Very Few Are Along Designated Routes. Hiking Is Plentiful in the Mountains Where Ridges and Drainages Provide Firm Footing, Open Tundra Areas May Have Uneven and Difficult Footing Due to Tussocks. Choose Your Route with Care and Bring Topographic Maps, a GPS and a Compass with You.
There Are Several Excellent River Trips in the Vicinity of Galbraith Lake Campground:
• Atigun and Sagavanirktok (the Sag) Rivers: Class Iii-Iv+ Whitewater, Access Atigun at Milepost 271; Sag at Mp 306. for Expert Boaters Only.
More Detailed Descriptions of These Rivers Are Available at the Arctic Interagency Visitor Center.
Other Recreational Activities Include Bird Watching and Fishing.
State Statute Prohibits Off-Road Vehicle Use Within Five Miles Either Side of From the Highway From the Yukon River to the Arctic Ocean.
the Roads, and Parking Aprons Have a Gravel Surface. Twelve Sites Are Pull-Through Allowing Easy Access for Rvs. the Campground Has a Vault Toilet, Food Storage Lockers, and Trash Receptacles. Each Campsite Has a Fire Ring (Firewood Is Not Available in the Vicinity) and Picnic Table. There Is No Electricity, No Dump Station and No Potable Water. Water Can Be Filtered From a Nearby Creek. a Camp-Host May Be Onsite. Cell Service May Be Available.
the Campsites Are Situated on the Open Tundra with Spectacular Views of the Brooks Range Mountains. Galbraith Lake Is Located Approximately 1.3 Miles to the East. a Stream Flows Along the Southern Perimeter of the Campground. the Surrounding Tundra and Mountains Provides Habitat for Ground Squirrels, Marmots, Fox, Sheep, Caribou, Wolf and Brown Bears. Many Species of Birds Migrate North to Breed in the Area. Some of the Resident Birds Include Ravens and Ptarmigan.
Contact Info
This Location Has Limited Staffing. Please Call (907) 474-2200 for General Information.Managed by: Bureau of Land ManagementSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 10
- Hookup Types: Electric
- Max RV Length: 30 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: Available
- 💧 Potable Water: Available
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: No
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address: North Slope Borough, Ak
City: , Alaska
Coordinates: 68.453174, -149.483664
Area Type: Rural
Phone: (907) 474-2200
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Fishing|hiking|picnic|dump-station|electric|water|fire-ring|lake|river|rv|visitor-center
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: No
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: Free
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
Fair Signal
LTE
T-Mobile
Poor Signal
4G
📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS
Signal Quality: Fair
Total Stations: 5 stations
Nearest Market: Anchorage/Fairbanks
Notes: Signals FROM Anchorage/Fairbanks MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 11 stations (3 AM, 8 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Fair
Major Formats: Country, ADULT Contemporary, NEWS/TALK
Local News: KENI 650 Am
Market: Anchorage
Notes: 3 AM, 8 FM Stations from Anchorage
🔌 EV Charging
⚡ No stations found
Distance: 999.0 miles away
Address:
Network: No-networks-available
Charging Type: No-charging-available • No-connectors-available
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 10322643
- Managing Agency: Bureau of Land Management
- Agency Email: blm_wo_webmaster@blm.gov
- Agency Website: https://Recreation.gov
- Parent Park: Dalton Highway
- Park Website: /parks/dalton-highway/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: Other
- Parks Post Name: dalton-highway
- Parent Park Name: Dalton Highway
- Correct Park Type Mapping: dalton-highway
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 3.0
- States Covered: Alaska
- Managing Agencies: Bureau of Land Management
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 126.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 141
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 126.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 141, 141.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: alaska
- Agency Slug: bureau-of-land-management
- Park Type Slug: other
- Parent Park Slug: dalton-highway
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
- Additional Data Field:
Managing Agency Slug: bureau-of-land-management