Quartz Lake State Recreation Area often attracts large crowds due to the variety of recreational opportunities available. The recreation area borders two lakes and has facilities adjacent to the lakes to accommodate these crowds. At Quartz Lake Campground there are 16 campsites in the loop and 87 parking and camping sites in the parking lot development. Facilities also include two boat launches, a handicap accessible fishing dock, picnic sites, a picnic shelter, a swimming area, a beach volleyball court, water, and toilets. Lost Lake Campground is a favorite spot for those who want to avoid the crowds and enjoy the area's scenery and wildlife. At Lost Lake there are 12 campsites, a handicap accessible fishing dock, a picnic area, water and toilets.

Fishing is the primary attraction of Quartz Lake State Recreation Area. Quartz Lake has some of the best road accessible fishing in Interior Alaska. Each year more than 34,000 fish are harvested.

Facilities:
- ADA Faciliy - Yes
- 556 Acres
- 103 Campsites
- No RV size limit
- Camping Limit - 15 days
- Toilets
- Water
- Picnic sites
- Picnic shelters
- Fishing
- Boat Launch
- Cabins

Activities
- Camping
- Fishing
- Day use
- Dog mushing
- Hiking
- Ice fishing
- Skijoring
- Swimming
- Water Skiing