Moon Lake State Recreation Site
Alaska Recreation Area

Moon Lake State Recreation Site

Alaska
Available Activities
  • Camping
  • Fishing
  • Picnicking

🏆 Official Guide: Moon Lake State Recreation Site — A small lakeside campground on the Alaska Highway near Tok — offering rainbow trout, Arctic grayling, and Arctic char fishing in Alaska’s remote Interior.

Moon Lake State Recreation Site is a compact, scenic campground at Mile 1332 of the Alaska Highway, approximately 15 miles northwest of Tok in Alaska’s Interior. The site provides a peaceful stopping point for highway travelers and a rewarding fishing destination for anglers targeting stocked trout and native grayling.

Visitor Information

DetailInformation
LocationMile 1332, Alaska Highway — 15 miles NW of Tok
Campsites15 sites
SeasonMay – September (summer only)
Managed ByAlaska Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation

Fishing

SpeciesNotes
Rainbow TroutStocked — good from shore or small boat
Arctic GraylingNative species — distinctive large dorsal fin
Arctic CharStocked — excellent table fare

Activities

ActivityDetails
FishingShore and small-boat fishing; Alaska license required
BoatingBoat launch available; non-motorized and small motors
SwimmingSandy beach area
Camping15 sites, picnic tables, fire rings, vault toilets
💡 Pro Tip: Moon Lake is a popular overnight stop for travelers driving the Alaska Highway between Fairbanks and the Canadian border. Sites are first-come, first-served and can fill up quickly in July. The midnight sun provides extended evening fishing well past 10 PM.

Getting There

Located at Mile 1332 of the Alaska Highway, 15 miles northwest of Tok. Tok is a major crossroads — the junction of the Alaska Highway and the Tok Cutoff (Glenn Highway). Services in Tok include fuel, food, and lodging.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I reserve a campsite at Moon Lake?

No. Moon Lake State Recreation Site operates on a first-come, first-served basis. There are 15 campsites with basic facilities (picnic tables, fire rings, vault toilets). During peak summer months (July), sites can fill quickly — arrive early in the day for the best selection.

What fish are in Moon Lake?

Moon Lake is stocked with rainbow trout and Arctic char. Native Arctic grayling — recognizable by their large, colorful dorsal fin — are also present. An Alaska sport fishing license is required. Shore fishing and small-boat fishing are both productive.

Nearby state parks: If you have extra time, Eagle Trail State Recreation Site is a short drive away, and Tok River State Recreation Site is a short drive away.

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Last updated: May 15, 2026

Park Location

Alaska