Campbell Tract Loop National Recreation Trail

Facility · Alaska ·

Managed by the Bureau of Land Management

State Land Disposals - Municipal Purposes (Other State)

305 ft
Elevation

The 3.4-mile Campbell Tract Loop National Recreation Trail follows the perimeter of the historic WWII Army-Air Force Campbell Tract airstrip garrison. The trail begins and ends at the Smokejumper Trailhead. The trail consists of improved and natural surface trails open to year-round, non-motorized recreational activities such as mountain biking, skijoring, cross country and skate skiing, snowshoeing, equestrian use, walking, and hiking. Trail users experience numerous opportunities to view Alaskan wildlife species, including lynx, coyotes, black and brown bears, moose, owls, and bald eagles.

Getting there

From downtown Anchorage, take the Seward Highway South. Exit at Dowling Road and travel East on Dowling to Elmore Road. Turn right on Elmore Road. Turn Left onto BLM Road and park at Smoke Jumper Trailhead on the left.  

61.15291, -149.78331 · 61°9'10.5"N 149°46'59.9"W

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Typical weather

Typically 69°F in Jul, down to 19°F in Jan.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F192733475966696455412622
Low °F361025334349463725107
Precip in1.01.10.80.30.71.12.22.83.11.81.31.7

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.8 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Fees and stay limits

No fee

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

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Common questions about Campbell Tract Loop National Recreation Trail

Can you reserve a site at Campbell Tract Loop National Recreation Trail?
No. Campbell Tract Loop National Recreation Trail is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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