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Cooper Creek South

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Cooper Creek South, near Seward, Alaska, is a charming little campground that sits right alongside the Kenai River. It’s a cozy spot with a handful of sites, perfect for those looking to escape the busier areas and enjoy some peace and quiet.

The campground offers basic amenities like picnic tables and fire pits, making it a great place for gathering around the fire after a day of adventure. Visitors have noted that the sites are well-spaced, providing a sense of privacy while still being close to nature. One camper mentioned, “The sites are spread out, a couple tent spots and a couple of camper spots,” which adds to the relaxed vibe.

If you’re into fishing or rafting, you’re in luck! The river is easily accessible, and the stunning aqua waters paired with mountain views create a picturesque backdrop for your outdoor activities. Campers have enjoyed the convenience of being able to walk to nearby BBQ spots and stores, though it’s wise to keep an eye out for traffic when crossing the road.

While there are no electric hookups or showers, the well-maintained toilets and the friendly camp hosts make for a comfortable stay. Just remember to bring your own handwashing supplies and fishing gear—getting that permit is a must! Whether you’re camping with family or friends, Cooper Creek South offers a laid-back experience in the heart of Alaska’s natural beauty.

Description

US Forest Service

Chugach National Forest

Overview

Located along Cooper Creek and the Kenai River, Cooper Creek South Campground presents a beautiful wooded area with sweeping mountain views within close proximity to many recreational opportunities.

Recreation

Sockeye (Red) salmon fishing is a popular activity on the nearby Kenai and Russian Rivers, and both boat and bank fishing offer excellent catches. The nearby Resurrection Pass Trail takes hikers and bikers on a 38-mile scenic adventure that climbs from 500 to 2,600 feet.

Natural Features

At an elevation of 400 feet, Cooper Creek South sits among a spruce and cottonwood forest. The Chugach National Forest covers 5 million acres and is comprised of arid tundra wilderness, jagged mountains, deep fjords, glacier-fed rivers and the Prince William Sound.

Contact Info

For local information, please call (907) 522-8368 or call (907) 288-3178 for general information.

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Location

Cooper Creek South is located in Alaska

Directions

From Anchorage, go south on Seward Highway to Sterling Highway. Turn towards Soldotna at the 'Y' junction. Cooper Creek Campground is at Milepost 50.7 of the Sterling Highway, on the opposite side of the river.

Address

Seward Ranger District, 33599 Ranger Station Spur
Seward, AK 99664

Coordinates

60.4836111 N
149.8822222 W

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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.
Boat-In
Sites accessible by watercraft.

Stay Connected

WiFi
Unknown
Verizon
Unknown
AT&T
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T-Mobile
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Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

For Campers

Trash
Phone Service
Reservable
Drinking Water
Toilets
Alcohol

For Vehicles

Sanitary Dump
Pull-Through Sites
Big Rig Friendly

Contact

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Drive Time

8 hrs 39 min from Fairbanks

Kristi D.

Legend

Reviewed Aug. 21, 2023

Beautiful spot on river

Small but lovely campground on a one way road right on the Kenai river. Sites are spread out, a couple tent spots and a couple of camper spots. There appears to be seven spots and if this is full, you can go just up the road to the next campground.

No electric, water etc but there is a dumpster, picnic tables and fire pits. Across the road is a BBQ spot and a store. You can easily walk to it, just be careful going across road as hwy. Is pretty busy!

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Amy D.

Scout

Reviewed Jul. 17, 2018

great views!

Large spaces right next to the Kenai River. Easily get to places that do rafting trips and fishing right from your camp site! Beautiful aqua water with mountain views!

Month of VisitJune

Taylor W.

Guide

Reviewed Apr. 18, 2018

Great spot on the Kenai

Cooper Creek is a great, smaller campground to choose when the popular nearby spots fill up with anglers. For some reason, this spot is not as in demand as the Russian River campground, despite having many of the same amenities.

This campground is great for group camping trips, as each site is rated for 8 people and a few can have up to 12. There are many ada-acessible sites to choose from as well, which was a great help when bringing along family in need.

The gravel roads can sometimes mean backing-in is a bit more strenuous than other paved campgrounds, but if you're camping in Alaska, you probably already know how to reverse park a camper! Picnic tables were always well maintained, and the deep firepits came in handy for our large fires. They even have grills built in!

Toilets are well maintained, but we always had to supply our own method of handwashing - hand santizer, in our case to leave as little trace as possible.

Don't forget to bring your fishing poles (get that permit first!) and keep an eye out for bear activity.

Month of VisitJuly

Audry P.

Guide

Reviewed May. 30, 2017

Nestled in the woods

The Cooper Creek sites are a nice alternative to when the Russian River campground is full. This campground is right off of the Sterling Highway. We didn't make online reservations for Memorial weekend so many of the Cooper Creek sites were reserved, but we managed to find one open. It featured a campfire ring with adjustable grilling rack, picnic table (with bench cutout for wheelchair access) and a bear-proof locker. The campground road and site pads are not paved, but all is well-maintained. We didn't notice any highway noise, which was nice! Lots of foliage and tree cover between sites. The camp hosts were super friendly. We saw them making the rounds of sites in late afternoon and also tidying up the restroom in the morning. Our site, #12, was right across from the start of a little trail that runs parallel to Cooper Creek for a little while. 2017 fees are $18 for single sites, $28 for doubles and $7 for firewood. There were a couple pull through sites that would be perfect for large campers/motorhomes, folks pulling boats, and multiple vehicles.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to camp at Cooper Creek South?

Camping at Cooper Creek South can cost between $23.00 and $33.00 depending on the site.

What is the max vehicle length at Cooper Creek South?

Cooper Creek South allows vehicles up to 99 feet.

Does Cooper Creek South have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Cooper Creek South does not have wifi.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Cooper Creek South?

Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Cooper Creek South. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Cooper Creek South, try setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts

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