Campground List
CAMPGROUND NAME: Bertha Creek
VISIT DATE: 06/18/2008
UPDATE DATE: 3/22/2019
STATE: Alaska
REGION: Alaska
RANGER DISTRICT: Glacier
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Anchorage
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Anchorage, AK, at the intersection of Huffman Rd and New
Seward Highway (State Rt 1), take Rt 1 south 53 miles to
campground sign. Turn right at sign into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 770 ft.
The campground is a single loop between Seward Hwy (Rt. 1) and
Bertha Creek and is surrounded by snowcapped mountains. Spruce
provide ample shade to most sites. However, a few sites on south
side of campground are located in a tangle of shrub willow, alder
and cottonwoods making these sites sunny. An area for pitching a
tent in some sites is limited to the end of the parking apron.
Privacy between sites is excellent. A snow-fed waterfall can be
heard throughout the campground. There is some traffic noise but
it isn't distracting. This is the first campground after Johnson
Pass and is good for an overnight stop or as a base camp for
exploring the area.
Possible day trips are Seward, Whittier, Hope, Moose Pass,
Girdwood, and the Begich-Boggs Visitor Center.
This is bear country; practise safe food storage technique.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open Memorial Day weekend through mid-October. Only limited
services are provided after Labor Day weekend.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $14 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 12
Total Sites: 12
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 12
No. Grilles on Sites: 12
Equestrian camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 38'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel. An RV waste station with potable
water is available, for no fee, at Girdwood Station Mall
(milepost 90) at the gas station.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigot is a handpump.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Black Bear
VISIT DATE: 06/20/2008
UPDATE DATE: 3/22/2019
STATE: Alaska
REGION: Alaska
RANGER DISTRICT: Glacier
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Anchorage
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Anchorage, AK, at the intersection of Huffman Rd and New
Seward Highway (State Rt. 1), take Rt. 1 south 39.7 miles to
Portage Glacier Rd/Whittier sign. Turn left after sign and go
3.7 miles to campground on right.
NOTE: There is no warning of the campground's entrance.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 80 ft.
The campground is a small single loop across the road from
Portage Creek in a stand of mixed spruce and alder and in the
shadow of Explorer Glacier. There are no views of the creek or
glacier from the campsites. Sites are tucked back in the trees
providing good privacy and a nice forest camping experience.
Small parking aprons make this a more tent than RV friendly
campground.
Possible day trips from the campground are the Alaska Wildlife
Conservation Center, the town of Whittier, Portage Glacier,
Begich-Boggs Visitor Center, Wiliiwaw Salmon Viewing Area and
Bryon Glacier.
This is bear country; practise safe food storage techniques. The
campground has one bear-proof food container.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open Memorial Day weekend through mid-October. Only limited
services are provided after Labor Day weekend.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $14 per day.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 11
Total Sites: 11
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 11
No. Grilles on Sites: 11
Equestrian camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 2
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 27'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel and all about the same size. An RV
waste station with potable water is available, for no fee, at
Girdwood Station Mall (milepost 90) at the gas station.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigot is a handpump.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Coho and Silver salmon
CAMPGROUND NAME: Childs Glacier
VISIT DATE: 10/02/2008
UPDATE DATE: 3/22/2019
STATE: Alaska
REGION: Alaska
RANGER DISTRICT: Cordova
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Cordova
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From the Alaska Marine Highway System port in Cordova, AK, take
Copper River Hwy. (State Rt. 10) north through Cordova and follow
it 49 miles to the Million Dollar Bridge. Turn left just before
bridge and go 0.5 miles to campground.
NOTE: (1) The first 12 miles of Rt. 10 are paved; the remaining
39 miles are gravel; (2) Access to Cordova is either by plane (from
Anchorage) or ferry (via Alaska Marine Highway System)
from either Whittier or Valdez; (3) For a price, most any size RV
can be transported by the ferry system; (4) See Access Limitations
to the Campground and Glacier in General Comments, below.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
NOTE: The authors did not visit this campground. Information is
provided by the Cordova Ranger District Office and various written
Forest Service material.
The campground, in a temperate rain forest climate, surrounded
by the Chugach Mountains and located within Childs Glacier
Recreation Area, is about 300 ft. from Copper River and a full
view of Childs Glacier. Most campsites have a good view of the
mountains and top of Childs Glacier. While Alder willow, Salmon
Berry, Devil's Club and fern make up the understory and
middlestory, Cottonwood trees are the dominant overstory.
Privacy between campsites is good to excellent.
ACCESS LIMITATIONS TO THE CAMPGROUND AND GLACIER
4/18/2012 - The Alaska DOT closed Bridge 339 (mile marker 36) for
replacement. As a result, campers cannot take their RV or any
vehilce beyond mile marker 36 on Copper River Hwy.(State Rt. 10).
To access the campground (tent camping only) and glacier, the
Forest Service has contracted with concessionaires to transport
campers and non-campers. The cost for transportation exceeds
$200 per person. The bridge will likely re-open 2015/2016.
PLANNING & CAMPGROUND LODGING
During the time the bridge is being replaced, consider camping
in one of the public or private locations listed at this Forest
Service website location. To start arrangements and get your
questions answered, call the Cordova Ranger District office on
(907) 424-7661.
THINGS TO DO AND DAY TRIPS:
1. The historic Million Dollar Bridge is a short drive or walk
from the campground. It spans the Copper River and was built in
1910 by the Copper River and Northwestern Railway primarily to
transport copper from the old mining town of Kennicott to the
port of Cordova. After the mine closed in 1938, the bridge was
no longer used for rail traffic. From the 1950s through 2005,
the bridge has been repaired and converted for vehicle traffic.
However, the road on the other side of the bridge is open (after
the turn-around) only for 2 to 3 miles and is best suited for
high clearance vehicles. Also, enjoy a different perspective of
Childs Glacier from the bridge.
2. Childs Glacier viewing platform in the recreation area is great
for viewing the glacier and spectacular glacier calvings, which
can create large waves all the way across Copper River.
3. View Miles Glacier by hiking the 3-mile Miles Lake Trail that
departs from the Million Dollar Bridge.
4. Consider enjoying the town of Cordova for a couple days by
camping at a city or private campground in the Cordova area.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open Mid-June through September 30.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 7
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 5
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 11
Total Sites: 16
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 16
No. Grilles on Sites: 16
Equestrian camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 4
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 50'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel, which are all about the same size.
An RV waste station is available adjacent to the Harbor Master in
Cordova. Another RV waste station, available for a fee, is located
at the city's Odiak Campground and RV Park.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 3
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigots are handpumps.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Copper River Trail (foot) - 0.5 miles
Miles Lake Trail (foot) - 3.3 miles
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Cooper Creek
VISIT DATE: 06/24/2008
UPDATE DATE: 3/22/2019
STATE: Alaska
REGION: Alaska
RANGER DISTRICT: Seward
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Seward
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Seward, AK take State Rt. 9 north 34 miles to Sterling Hwy,
State Rt. 1. Turn left onto Rt. 1 and go 13.6 miles to
campground 's southern entrance or 13.7 miles to its north
entrance.
Alternative route: In Anchorage, AK, at the intersection of
Huffman Rd and New Seward Hwy. (State Rt.1), take Rt 1 south 80
miles to the intersection of Rt. 1 and Rt. 9. Bear right,
staying on Rt. 1 (now identified as Sterling Highway), and go
13.6 miles to campground 's southern entrance or 13.7 miles to
its north entrance.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 400 ft.
The campground has two sections on either side of Sterling Hwy,
Rt.1. Cooper Creek South is a large loop with a few sites along
Cooper Creek. Cooper Creek North stretches along Kenai River and
all its sites are next to the river. Considered an overflow to
Russian River campground, this campground has a rough appearance
but sites are spacious and privacy good. There is traffic noise
primarily in Cooper Creek North. Firewood is
available for a fee. Interpretive programs are offered on
alternating weekends. Nearby Givens Lodge as well as businesses
in Cooper Landing offer a variety of services including gas,
limited groceries, cook's night out, and outfitters.
This is bear country; practise safe food storage techniques.
There is one bear-proof food container in Cooper Creek South.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open mid-May through mid-September.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $18 per day - single
$28 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0.
No. Tent Sites: 4
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 24
Total Sites: 28
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 28
No. Grilles on Sites: 28
Equestrian camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 45'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel. An RV waste station with potable
water is available for a fee at the Forest Service's Quartz
Creek campground.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigots are handpumps. The vault in Cooper Creek South
is located in the wooded center of campground - finding it can be
a challenge.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: No
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): Yes
Kayaking (whitewater): Yes
Comments:
Kenai River has some Class I and Class II rapids. Contact the
Seward Ranger District Office for outfitter information.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Bank fishing is not permitted.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Granite Creek
VISIT DATE: 06/18/2008
UPDATE DATE: 3/22/2019
STATE: Alaska
REGION: Alaska
RANGER DISTRICT: Glacier
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Anchorage
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Anchorage, AK, at the intersection of Huffman Rd and New
Seward Highway (State Rt. 1), take Rt. 1 south 55.5 miles to
campground sign. Turn left at sign, onto a gravel road, and go
0.6 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 600 ft.
The campground is a large single loop through a stand of spruce
and deciduous trees between Granite Greek and Seward Hwy, Rt. 1,
and is surrounding by snowcapped mountains which provide scenic
views from most campsites. Some sites overlook Granite Creek
which can be heard in most of campground. Although there
are Shrub willows in the campground, it is the separation of
sites that provides good privacy. There is some traffic noise
but it isn't distracting. Firewood is available for a fee.
Possible day trips are Seward, Whittier, Hope, Moose Pass,
Girdwood, and the Begich-Boggs Visitor Center.
This is bear country; practise safe food storage technique.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open Memorial Day weekend to mid-October. Limited services
provided after Labor Day weekend
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $14 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 17
Total Sites: 17
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 17
No. Grilles on Sites: 17
Equestrian camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 40'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel. An RV waste station with potable
water is available for no fee at Girdwood Station Mall
(milepost 90) at the gas station.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigots are handpumps.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Coho salmon
CAMPGROUND NAME: Porcupine
VISIT DATE: 06/19/2008
UPDATE DATE: 3/22/2019
STATE: Alaska
REGION: Alaska
RANGER DISTRICT: Seward
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Anchorage
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Anchorage, AK, at the intersection of Huffman Rd and New
Seward Highway (State Rt. 1), take Rt. 1 south 61.8 miles to Hope
sign (just beyond the Canyon Creek Rest Area). Turn right after
sign and go 17.9 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 100 ft.
This scenic campground, on the south side of Turnagain Arm, is a
large loop in a stand of mature birch. Grass and other
understory plants are kept trimmed providing ample space of
pitching tents. Some campsites are long a buff overlooking
Turnagain Arm but most sites are tuck in among the trees.
Separation and a dense middlestory give sites excellent privacy.
The nearby community of Hope, considered the best preserved Gold
Rush tow in south-central Alaska, offers a cook's night out,
historic buildings to explore and community sponsored programs
(check www.advenalaska.com/hope for events and activities).
Viewpoints from the campground provide good opportunities for
watching windsurfers and maybe spotting a Beluga whale. There is
a Gull Rock trailhead at the campground's entrance with a large
parking area along with one at the top of campground's loop for camper's use.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open mid-May through mid-September
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $18 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 7
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 26
Total Sites: 33
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 33
No. Grilles on Sites: 33
Equestrian camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 14' X 40'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. An RV waste station with potable
water is available, for no fee, at Girdwood Station Mall
(milepost 90) at the gas station.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 3
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigots are handpumps.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Gull Rock Trail (foot, horse, mountain bike) - 5.1 miles
FISHING
Nearby Resurrection Creek offers Pink and Silver
salmon mid-July through August
CAMPGROUND NAME: Ptarmigan
VISIT DATE: 06/23/2008
UPDATE DATE: 3/22/2019
STATE: Alaska
REGION: Alaska
RANGER DISTRICT: Seward
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Seward
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Seward, AK take State Rt. 9 north 19.7 miles to campground on
right.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 470 ft.
The campground stretches along Ptarmigan Creek ending in a loop.
Sites are located in a stand of young mixed trees including
spruce and paper birch. These trees provide good privacy but
limited shade. Ptarmigan Creek is not seen but can be heard
throughout campground. There is a fish viewing platform
at the Ptarmigan Lake trailhead. Firewood is available for a
fee.
Possible day trips are visits to the communities of Seward and
Moose Pass.
This is bear country; practise safe food storage technique.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open mid-May through mid-September.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $14 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 15
Total Sites: 15
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: No
No. Tables on Sites: 15
No. Grilles on Sites: 15
Equestrian camping: No
RV INFORMATION - None
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: No
Potable Water at Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 32'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel. An RV waste station with potable
water is available, for no fee, at Girdwood Station Mall
(milepost 90) at the gas station.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigot is a handpump.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Ptarmigan Lake trail (foot) - 6.3 miles
FISHING
Dolly Varden trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Quartz Creek
VISIT DATE: 06/28/2008
UPDATE DATE: 3/22/2019
STATE: Alaska
REGION: Alaska
RANGER DISTRICT: Seward
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Seward
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Seward, AK, take State Rt. 9 north 34 miles to Sterling Hwy,
State Rt. 1. Turn left onto Rt. 1 and go 8 miles to campground
sign. Turn left after sign, onto Quartz Creek Rd, and go 0.4
miles to campground on right.
Alternate route: In Archorage, AK, at the intersection of
Huffman Rd and New Seward Hwy, State Rt.1, take Rt. 1 south 80
miles to the intersection of Rt. 1 and Rt. 9. Bear right,
staying on Rt. 1 (now identified as Sterling Highway), and go 8
miles to campground sign. Turn left after sign and go 0.4 miles
to the campground on right.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 500 ft.
The campground is located on the north side of Kenai River in a
stand of mixed spruce, Aspen and birch and has two sections named
East Loop and West Loop. The West Loop is actually a spur
stretching from the campground's entrance to the boat ramp.
Several sites in this loop are along the lakeshore offering
places for informal mooring of a boat. The East Loop meanders
past Kenai Lake where a few campsites have views of the lake
while some are along Quartz Creek (no views), and back to the
campground's entrance. A family-friendly campground, it does
fill up, especially when the salmon are running - reservations
are suggested. Interpretive programs are offered on alternating
weekends. Nearby Alaska Horseman Guest Ranch offers horseback
riding while businesses in Cooper Landing offer a variety of
services including gas, limited groceries, cook's night out, and
outfitters.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open mid-May through mid-September
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $18 per day - single
$28 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 45
Total Sites: 45
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 45
No. Grilles on Sites: 45
Equestrian camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 11
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: See RV comment
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved and can accomodate any size
recreational vehicle.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 11.
No. Threaded: 0.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Kenai Lake is estimated to be 14,000 acres.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow and Dolly Varden trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Russian River
VISIT DATE: 06/24/2008
UPDATE DATE: 3/22/2019
STATE: Alaska
REGION: Alaska
RANGER DISTRICT: Seward
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Seward
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Seward, AK, take State Rt. 9 north 34 miles to Sterling Hwy,
State Rt. 1. Turn left onto Rt. 1 and go 15.5 miles to
campground sign. Turn left after sign and go 1.1 miles beyond
"Contact Station" to campground.
Alternate route: In Anchorage, AK, at the intersection of
Huffman Rd and New Seward Hwy, State Rt.1, take Rt 1 south 80
miles to the intersection of Rt. 1 and Rt. 9. Bear right,
staying on Rt. 1 (now identified as Sterling Highway), and go
15.5 miles to campground sign. Turn left after sign and go 1.1
miles beyond "Contact Station" to campground.
Note: Pay fee and receive site assignment at Contact Station.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 400 ft.
This campground is all about fishing for salmon and is known for
its "Combat Fishing Zone." Located between the Kenai and Russian
Rivers, it has five loops (Red Salmon, Steelhead, Silver Salmon,
Rainbow Trout and King Salmon) in a stand of mixed trees
including spruce and Aspen. The campsites take advantage of the
rolling landscape providing good privacy and great views of the
surrounding area. King Salmon, Silver Salmon and Steelhead loops
overlook the Denai River, while Rainbow Trout and Red Salmon
loops are above the Russian River. The campground has lots of
double campsites. King Salmon loop is closest to the confluence
of the Russian and Kenai rivers and stretches along a section of
the Russian River where the salmon "rest" before continuing their
run up river. Interpretive programs are offered on alternating
weekends. Nearby Givens Lodge as well as businesses in Cooper
Landing offer a variety of services including gas, limited
groceries, cook's night out, and outfitters.
This attractive campground is a hubbub of activity when the
salmon are running. Not all species of salmon run at the same
time; contact the Seward Ranger District Office for more
information about the salmon runs.
This is bear country; practise safe food storage technique.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open mid-May through mid-September.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $18 per day - single
$28 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
NOTE: Max stay permitted June 10 throug August 20 is only 3 days.
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 82
Total Sites: 82
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 82
No. Grilles on Sites: 82
Equestrian camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 9
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: See RV Comments
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. The campsites will accommodate
most any size RV.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: Yes
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 24
No. Threaded: 1
Comments:
The threaded spigot is located on an inbound road pullout across
from the campground's waste station.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Anglers trail (foot) - 2.5 miles
FISHING
Coho, Sockeye and Pink salmon, Rainbow trout (catch &
release only) and Dolly Varden trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Tenderfoot Creek
VISIT DATE: 06/28/2008
UPDATE DATE: 3/22/2019
STATE: Alaska
REGION: Alaska
RANGER DISTRICT: Seward
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Anchorage
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Anchorage, AK, at the intersection of Huffman Rd and New
Seward Highway (State Rt. 1), take Rt. 1 south 63 miles to
campground sign. Turn left at sign onto gravel road and go 0.5
miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,330 ft.
The campground is a single loop along the northeast shore of
Upper Summit Lake. The campsites are spacious and well spaced
providing good privacy. Some sites are on the lakeshore but most
are tucked back among the spruce and tamarack. The surrounding
mountains offer pleasant views. Nearby Summit Lake Lodge is
available for a cook's night out. There is some traffic noise from
State Rt. 1. Firewood is available for a fee.
Possible day trips from the campground are exploring the
communities of Moose Pass, Hope, and Cooper Landing.
This is bear country; practise safe food storage technique.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open mid-May through mid-September.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $18 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 8
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 26
Total Sites: 34
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 34
No. Grilles on Sites: 34
Equestrian camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 7
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 38'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel. An RV waste station with potable
water, is available, for no fee, at Girdwood Station Mall
(milepost 90) at the gas station.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigot is a handpump.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): Yes
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Upper Summit Lake is 258 acres.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Dolly Varden and Rainbow trout (stocked)
CAMPGROUND NAME: Trail River
VISIT DATE: 06/25/2008
UPDATE DATE: 3/22/2019
STATE: Alaska
REGION: Alaska
RANGER DISTRICT: Seward
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Seward
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Seward, AK take State Rt. 9 north 20.6 miles to campground
sign. Turn left after sign onto Trail River Rd. (gravel) and go
1.1 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 450 ft.
The campground, between Trail River and Kenai Lake, has three
loops (River Terrace, Spruce Woods, and Eagle Point). Eagle
Point loop overlooks Kenai Lake that has some sites with a view
of the lake. Spruce Woods loop has the most open campsites and
great views of the surrounding mountains. River Terrace Loop is
near Trail River but none of the campsites are actually near the
water. It is probably the most heavily wooded and has some nice
vistas, too. Interpretive programs are given on alternating
weekends. A passing train maybe heard but not seen. Good privacy
provided by the separation between campsites. Spruce trees
provide lots of shade and some deciduous trees provide nice fall
color. Off the main highway, this campground is known for its
tranquil setting and relaxing atmosphere. Firewood is available
for a fee.
This is bear country; practise safe food storage techniques. The
campground does have a few bear proof food containers scattered
around.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open mid-May through mid-September.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $18 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 19
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 72
Total Sites:918
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 91
No. Grilles on Sites: 91
Equestrian camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 11
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 40'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel. An RV waste station with potable
water is available for no fee at Girdwood Station Mall
(milepost 90) at the gas station.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 5.
No. Threaded: 0.
Comments:
The water spigots are handpumps.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Dolly Varden and Rainbow trout in Trail River.
Lake trout and Grayling in Kenai Lake.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Williwaw
VISIT DATE: 06/20/2008
UPDATE DATE: 3/22/2019
STATE: Alaska
REGION: Alaska
RANGER DISTRICT: Glacier
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Anchorage
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Anchorage, AK, at the intersection of Huffman Rd. and New
Seward Highway (State Rt 1), take Rt. 1 south 39.7 miles to
Portage Glacier Rd/Whittier sign. Turn left after sign and go
4.2 miles to campground sign. Turn right at sign into
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
This campground has two unnamed loops stretching between Portage
Creek and the towering Chugach Mountains in a stand of alders
dotted with spruce. Many sites have a view of Middle Glacier.
Spacious, well separated campsites provide good to excellent
privacy. This is a good base camp for exploring the area's many
attractions. Nearby Portage Glacier Lodge, which can be accessed
via the Trail of Blue Ice, has a good and reasonable priced menu.
Possible day trips from the campground are the Alaska Wildlife
Conservation Center, the town of Whittier, Portage Glacier,
Begich-Boggs Visitor Center, Williwaw Salmon Viewing Area and
Byron Glacier.
This is bear country; practise safe food storage techniques. The
campground has some bear proof food containers.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open Memorial Day weekend to mid-October. Only limited services
are provided after Labor Day weekend.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $18 per day - single
$28 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 59
Total Sites: 59
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 59
No. Grilles on Sites: 59
Equestrian camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 13
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: See RV comments
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved and will accommodate any size RV.
An RV waste station with potable water is available for no fee
at Girdwood Station Mall (milepost 90) at the gas station.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 4.
No. Threaded: 0.
Comments:
The water spigots are handpumps.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Trail of Blue Ice (foot and mountain bike) - 5 miles
Connects to Byron Glacier Trail
FISHING
Coho and Silver salmon
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