Captain Cook State Recreation Area Discovery Campground

Where the Kenai Peninsula meets Cook Inlet, Captain Cook State Recreation Area Discovery Campground sits along Alaska's western coastline. This drive-in campground operates from May through October and welcomes pets, making it accessible for families traveling with their four-legged companions.

Joe C. noted having a great time at what he considered one of the better places he'd visited. The campground provides basic amenities within the state recreation area system. Campers can explore additional places to camp around Kenai for extended stays in the region. Book early for peak summer months when Alaska's camping season reaches full swing.

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Map & DirectionsCaptain Cook State Recreation Area Discovery Campground is located in Alaska near Kenai

Detail location of campground
Public Campground

Directions

Seward Hwy South, bear right onto the Sterling Hwy South, Right on the Kenai Spur Hwy. The recreation area can be reached by driving 25 miles north of Kenai on the North Kenai Road to milepost 36.

Address

39 Kenai Spur Highway
Kenai, AK 99611

Coordinates

60.80270809 N
151.00733274 W

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Connectivity

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    Good Coverage
    Verified by 11 users
    Last on 6/20/26
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    No Coverage

Connectivity

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  • signal strength bars
    T-Mobile
    No Coverage
  • signal strength bars
    VerizonLTE
    Good Coverage
    Verified by 11 users
    Last on 6/20/26
  • signal strength bars
    AT&T
    No Coverage

Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites

Features

For Campers

  • Pets

Drive Time


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Reviewed Aug. 24, 2020

Captain cook

Great time and place to enjoy one of the better places I’ve been in a long time

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the elevation of Captain Cook State Recreation Area Discovery Campground?

Captain Cook State Recreation Area Discovery Campground is located at 102 feet.

Is there cell phone reception at Captain Cook State Recreation Area Discovery Campground?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is no coverage for AT&T, no coverage for T-Mobile, and good coverage for Verizon.