One of Three contiguous 10-acre lakefront parcels--a combined 30 acres--on the shores of Smokey Lake in Alaska's Copper River Valley. This rare package offers direct waterfront living, electricity in place, short-trail access, and a unique dual-airport advantage, all set against the backdrop of Alaska's glaciers and wild mountain country. Three lots listed together under MLS #25-10634. Key Features:
Lakefront & Air Access: Direct frontage on Smokey Lake with the Tazlina/Smokey Lake Seaplane Base (FAA: 5AK) published ~2,280' × 600' waterway (06W/24W) for floatplane operations right out front. Across the Glenn Highway is Tazlina Airport (Z14), a 1,200' gravel runway for wheel aircraft.
Utilities: Electricity runs in a dedicated easement through the south side of all three lots ready for tie-in.
Trail Access: Reach the parcels via a 4x4/side-by-side trail that follows the powerline easement only a ~10-minute ride from the parking area. In winter, snowmachine access is possible directly across the frozen lake.
Acreage & Layout: Three adjoining 10.00-acre parcels (per Plat 77-14, Chitina Recording District) with rectangular shapes for flexible site planning ideal for multiple cabins, a private compound, or a lodge site.
Services Nearby: Just 15-20 minutes to Glennallen, the regional hub for groceries, fuel, hardware, and basic medical services.
Scenery & Glacier View Potential
The property sits amid the Wrangell, Chugach, and St. Elias mountain ranges. The Tazlina Glacier a massive, 25-mile-long icefield is located to the south-southeast. Depending on how you site your build and selectively clear trees (or go two-story), you can capture direct glacier views framed by alpine ridges. Seasonal snowcaps and shifting light across the mountains create a year-round visual spectacle.
Waterfront Details
Shoreline: Natural glacial silt and rock beach, easy for small-craft launches (canoe, kayak, skiff).
Fish: Local waters support trout and other Alaska species.
Dock Construction: No known restrictions buyers can design and build as desired.
Depth: No published depth data buyers to verify for floatplane/dock planning.
Nearby Recreation
Lake Louise ~40 minutes; large, deep-water lake with lodges, State Recreation Area, trophy lake trout, burbot, Arctic grayling, boating, and ice fishing.
Tolsona Lake nearby road-access lake with lodge and fishing.
Crosswind Lake accessible from the Lake Louise area; remote trophy fishing.
Gulkana River developed boat launch at Sourdough Campground (MP 147.5 Richardson Hwy); salmon and grayling fishing, float trips.
Tazlina River scenic, glacier-fed river draining Tazlina Lake to the Copper River.
Hunting & Wildlife
Located in GMU 13 (Nelchina), an area well-known for moose, caribou, black and brown bear, waterfowl, and small game (confirm seasons/permits with ADF&G). Regular wildlife sightings include moose along the shore, waterfowl on the lake, and occasional caribou movements in the region.
Why This Property Stands Out
Lakefront privacy with 30 acres and multiple development sites.
Two airfields (float and gravel) within immediate reach ideal for fly-in/fly-out living.
Power easement already in place reducing off-grid setup costs.
Trail and winter access for year-round use.
Close to town for supplies, yet remote-feel wilderness setting.
Multiple nearby lakes and rivers for fishing, boating, and recreation.
Potential glacier views with selective clearing or elevated construction.
This is a rare chance to secure a true Alaskan waterfront estate perfect for a family retreat, hunting/fishing lodge, or long-term recreational investment. The combination of lakefront, air access, utilities, and proximity to both services and world-class wilderness is seldom available in one package.
