Wildlife viewing and mountain scenery are year 'round pleasures and campers can choose developed campgrounds or secluded back country valleys. At nearly a half million acres the park is popular with hikers, climbers and cross-country skiers. The Eagle River Visitor Center and the Potter Section House Historic Site offer interpretive displays and programs. Eklutna lake offers a variety of activities for the outdoor enthusiast. Camping, hiking, mountain biking, cross country skiing and snowmachining.
Wildlife includes moose, Dall sheep and brown bears.
Bald eagles and a vast variety of song birds are also present. A 12x16-foot cabin which sleeps six. Water is available from the lake but must be purified. The cabin is located 3 miles from the Eklutna Lakeside Trail by foot or it may be reached by boat. Eklutna Lake has no boat ramp.