🌤 Weather at Mosquito Lake State Recreation Site by season
| Spring | Summer | Fall | Winter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17–58 °F | 43–68 °F | 19–56 °F | 12–29 °F |
Each range runs from the coldest monthly average low to the warmest monthly average high in that season (1991-2020 climate normals), measured at Haines 40NW, 12 mi away, elevation 820 ft. Conditions at the park can differ from the station, especially where elevation differs — check a forecast before you go.
Mosquito Lake State Recreation Site is a small campground on Mosquito Lake, off Mile 27.2 of the Haines Highway northwest of Haines. Alaska State Parks lists 5 campsites at $15 a night, first come, first served, with toilets, drinking water and fishing. In early October 2026 its campground status page listed the site as “Passive, No Services”, so check it before you go.
Visitor Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Off Mile 27.2 Haines Highway, near Haines, AK |
| Campsites | 5, first come, first served (no reservations) |
| Camping fee | $15 per night |
| Facilities | Toilets, drinking water |
Source: Alaska State Parks campground list. As of October 2026.
About Mosquito Lake
Mosquito Lake State Recreation Site near Haines provides camping on a small lake off the Haines Highway, about 30 road miles northwest of Haines. Despite its name (mosquitoes are indeed present), the lake offers beautiful mountain scenery and fishing. The area is near the Haines Highway connecting Alaska to the Canadian Yukon.
Mosquito Lake lies in the Chilkat Valley, about 9 miles in a straight line from the Alaska Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve, which protects one of the world’s largest gatherings of bald eagles.
Things to Do
Fishing, camping (5 sites), and using the site as a base for exploring the Haines area and the Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve.
Insider Tips
Don’t let the name scare you: Yes, mosquitoes exist, but the fishing and scenery are worth it. Pro tip: Head nets and DEET are standard Alaska field gear — consider them part of the experience. Haines connection: Mosquito Lake is near Haines, the gateway to the Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve and one of the few Southeast Alaska towns connected to the North American road system.
Best Time to Visit
June-August: Fishing (yes, with bug spray). November: The Chilkat eagle gathering usually peaks, and the Bald Eagle Festival in Haines typically falls mid-month. May: Early season before peak mosquito emergence.
Frequently Asked Questions
How bad are the mosquitoes really?
Expect mosquitoes in summer, as at most lakes in Alaska. A head net, long sleeves and a DEET or picaridin repellent make June and July evenings at the campground far more comfortable.
More parks nearby: Chilkoot Lake State Recreation Site is within about an hour’s drive, and Alaska Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve is a short drive away.
🐾 Dogs & Pets at Mosquito Lake State Recreation Site
- Pets allowed? statewide rule
- Pets are welcome in Alaska State Parks and campgrounds when leashed and accompanied by the owner; unleashed dogs are allowed in the backcountry if under voice control.
- Leash rule statewide rule
- Leash not exceeding 9 feet required in developed facilities (campgrounds, picnic areas, trailheads, swim beaches, boat ramps).
- Beaches & swim areas statewide rule
- No statewide pet ban on beaches; swim beaches count as developed facilities where the 9-foot leash rule applies.
- Statewide exceptions statewide rule
- In the backcountry leashes are not required but pets must remain under voice control; in trapping areas (e.g. Chena River SRA) leashing is strongly advised for dog safety.
Are dogs allowed at Mosquito Lake State Recreation Site?
Pets are welcome in Alaska State Parks and campgrounds when leashed and accompanied by the owner; unleashed dogs are allowed in the backcountry if under voice control. Individual parks can post stricter rules — check signage on arrival.
Rules verified July 2026 via dnr.alaska.gov. More: Alaska state parks guide · Dog rules in all 50 states compared
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