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Brushkana Creek Campground

Brushkana Creek Campground, near Cantwell, Alaska, is a scenic spot that offers a peaceful escape right by the creek. It’s a great choice for those looking to enjoy the beauty of the surrounding mountains and the tranquility of nature.

This campground features a handful of sites that are perfect for tent camping or smaller RVs. Visitors have noted the availability of a hand pump for water and clean restrooms, making it convenient for your camping needs. One camper mentioned, “There’s a nice creek for fishing and rafting,” which highlights the outdoor activities available right at your doorstep.

The area is known for its stunning views and wildlife sightings, making it a fantastic place for families and nature lovers alike. Reviewers have enjoyed berry picking and biking along the nearby trails, adding to the outdoor fun. Just keep in mind that the campground can get busy, especially during hunting season, so plan accordingly.

While some campers have mentioned the noise from a nearby dog sled team, many appreciate the overall peaceful vibe and the chance to connect with nature. If you’re looking for a spot to unwind and soak in the Alaskan wilderness, Brushkana Creek is definitely worth a visit.

Description

Bureau of Land Management

Delta Wild and Scenic River

Overview

Brushkana Creek Campground is located at MP 104.5 along the Denali Highway. The 22-unit camping area with fire rings and picnic tables also provides three double vaulted accessible toilets, numerous bear-proof trash receptacles and food lockers, parking for vehicles and trailers, potable water, trails, picnic area with shelter, and interpretive panels dispersed throughout the site. This site is mostly utilized during the snow free season, May through September. Winter physically closes the campground road access, and it is only reached by foot, dog sled or snowmachine. Its location along the Denali Highway has made it a destination for travelers along the gravel road connecting Paxson to Cantwell. Brushkana Creek and Tangle Lakes Campgrounds are the only developed, public campground facilities along the 135-mile road.

Recreation

https://www.blm.gov/programs/recreation/recreation-activities/alaska

Natural Features

The Denali Highway offers some of the most spectacular scenery and recreational opportunities in Alaska. For those with a heart for adventure and a little extra time, the highway is an historic and archaeological glimpse of the Last Frontier wild landscapes in all directions. With planning, an abundance of camping, fishing, wildlife viewing and hiking opportunities can be yours.https://www.blm.gov/documents/alaska/public-room/brochure/denali-highway-points-interest-brochure

Nearby Attractions

Brushkana Creek Campground is located at MP 104.5 along the Denali Highway. The 22-unit camping area with fire rings and picnic tables also provides three double vaulted accessible toilets, numerous bear-proof trash receptacles and food lockers, parking for vehicles and trailers, potable water, trails, picnic area with shelter, and interpretive panels dispersed throughout the site. This site is mostly utilized during the snow free season, May through September. Winter physically closes the campground road access, and it is only reached by foot, dog sled or snowmachine. Its location along the Denali Highway has made it a destination for travelers along the gravel road connecting Paxson to Cantwell. Brushkana Creek and Tangle Lakes Campgrounds are the only developed, public campground facilities along the 135-mile road.https://www.blm.gov/sites/blm.gov/files/documents/files/Maps_GeoPDF_Alaska_Denali_Highway.pdf

Fee Info

All sites are on a first come first served basis. Fee's per night=$15 Campground opening and closing dates are weather dependent and may vary from season to season. May 30th Memorial Day through the first week of September (LaborDay) is typically when the site is accessible to the public.

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Location

Brushkana Creek Campground is located in Alaska

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Coordinates

63.29010317 N
148.062929 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
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  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

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  • Trash
  • Firewood Available
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol

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Reviewed Jul. 4, 2024

limited space for big rigs or long trailers

This is a nice campground for truck campers, small trailers, etc. If you have a long trailer or big rig only sies 18, 21, and 22 are very usable. These are in the large gravel area to the left just as you turn in. If you have a big rig or long trailer DO NOT go beyond this point. It will be very bad on you getting out. 

Water hand pump available. Nice river nearby. beautiful valley with mountains all around.

Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Brushkana Creek Campground by Kerry B., July 4, 2024
  • Review photo of Brushkana Creek Campground by Kerry B., July 4, 2024
Reviewed Sep. 10, 2021

Bring ear plugs

This is a beautiful campground with a sounder full day use shelter by the creek. On the other side of the creek is a dog sled team who communicate regularly, so use ear plugs near the creek.

Month of VisitSeptember
Reviewed Jun. 24, 2021

Typical BLM Campground

I was planning on camping along the Denali Highway, but ran out of water and found myself here. Nice little campground. Lots of activity and noise across the creek from the campground - I can only guess it is a sled dog kennel - but it was tolerable. Restrooms and potable water an easy walk from any site.

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Month of VisitJune
Reviewed Oct. 1, 2020

Well used especially during hunting season

We got here when it was dark and on a Wednesday night in mid September we thought it would be empty -WRONG. It was pretty full. Most likely due to all the hunting. I liked the campground but there is a dog kennel on the other side of the river and the dogs bark and howl all night. And that I could have gotten used to but since I camp with my dogs they had a really hard time settling down for the night. This is a well maintained campground. But the Denali Highway you have to take to get there and we o lay went 37 miles was rough and really slow.

  • Review photo of Brushkana Creek Campground by Tanya B., October 1, 2020
  • Review photo of Brushkana Creek Campground by Tanya B., October 1, 2020
  • Review photo of Brushkana Creek Campground by Tanya B., October 1, 2020
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Reviewed Jul. 30, 2018

Perfect rain or shine

I abosolutely love this campground. The drive is amazingly beautiful with great views and wildlife spottings. With a camper trailer we went slow on the Denali highway (about 25) the whole time. There are about 20 first come first serve sites. There was not a camp host this year but there will be for 2019. A lady does come clean the campgrounds and does a great job. There is a nice atv/waking trail with berry pickings. There’s a creek for fishing and rafting. There is a water pump on site for water. There’s also a communal area with cooking and storage lockers. There is one over flow parking/camping area that was used by a group and seemed like a fun spot to gather. Lots of bike riding opportunities. This is a perfect spot for families, hikers, fishers or just people who want to hangout and enjoy the scenery. We will be 100% be coming back next year.

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Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Brushkana Creek Campground by Samantha M., July 30, 2018
  • Review photo of Brushkana Creek Campground by Samantha M., July 30, 2018
  • Review photo of Brushkana Creek Campground by Samantha M., July 30, 2018
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Reviewed Jul. 17, 2018

An end of season must stay

We camped here for the first time in 2017. We have now made it a plan to visit once every season. We have decided to end our camping season is with this spot. It is perfect for families with a little over 21st come first serve camp sites. The spot is about 30 miles east of the Parks Highway with beautiful views along the way. The kids rode their bikes, picked berries, hiked, fished and played in the creek. I would highly recommend this camping trip be added to your summer!

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Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Brushkana Creek Campground by Samantha M., July 17, 2018
  • Review photo of Brushkana Creek Campground by Samantha M., July 17, 2018
Reviewed Oct. 14, 2017

Alaska is a must do to travel and camp..

This place is incredible. Simply put. Its first come first serve. We stayed here for 1 night and camped directly on the creek. Not sure how many sites there are in total but we explored the area and found folks camped all over the place. There were people with 4 wheelers cruising around that looked like they had been there quite a long time. I would recommend this place to anyone in the area.

Its smaller compared to other camp grounds in the area with less people and less b/s. Alaska in the summer especially near the parks camps can be pretty overwhelming. We did meet an awesome family who took us for a little ride on they're 4 wheelers and showed us more of the area. Its beautiful.

Cheers!

Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Brushkana Creek Campground by Daniel S., October 14, 2017
  • Review photo of Brushkana Creek Campground by Daniel S., October 14, 2017
  • Review photo of Brushkana Creek Campground by Daniel S., October 14, 2017
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