State park

Anchor River State Recreation Area

The park entrance is 4.3 miles from Kachemak. Campsites cost $20–$35 per night (ASP fee schedule). Day use costs $5 day-use parking / annual pass (ASP FAQ; site fees vary). Hours: Seasonal; most campgrounds mid-May to mid-September (ASP FAQ). Anchor River State Recreation Area is a state park in Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska.

Anchor River State Recreation Area map

Anchor River State Recreation Area boundary from USGS PAD-US or the managing agency, simplified for display. Not for navigation or legal boundaries.

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Fire restrictions

Agency fire restriction orders for this unit are not tracked here yet. Restrictions change with the season, so check the current orders before any campfire, stove or target shooting.

County and local burn bans may also apply on private, state, or county land nearby. On federal land, follow the land manager's order; off it, follow the strictest county or local rule that applies. When both touch your trip, obey both.

Common questions

Camping costs $20–$35 per night (ASP fee schedule). Sites are first come, first served.
Entry to Anchor River State Recreation Area costs $5 day-use parking / annual pass (ASP FAQ; site fees vary). Hours: Seasonal; most campgrounds mid-May to mid-September (ASP FAQ).
Anchor River State Recreation Area is 4.3 miles from Kachemak.
Yes, Anchor River is open to swimming at Anchor River State Recreation Area.

Before you go

Anchor River State Recreation Area is 4.3 miles from Kachemak.

Camping at Anchor River State Recreation Area

Camping costs $20–$35 per night (ASP fee schedule). Sites are first come, first served.

What to see

  • State recreation area Designation in agency park name
  • River Named in agency park title
  • State park system unit Listed on the agency park identity roster

Swimming

  • Anchor River

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