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Ole Island Campground

Ole Island Campground offers 2 primitive camping sites along the Gulkana National Wild River near Gakona, at an elevation of 1,903 feet.

This free, no-reservation campground has no water available, making it ideal for self-sufficient paddlers and anglers seeking backcountry access to the river.

Located on Richardson Highway, it provides a rustic base for exploring the Gulkana National Wild River corridor.


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