Girdwood Park, managed by the City of Anchorage, contains this compact tent-only campground tucked into forested terrain on the edge of the small community of Girdwood. Walk-in access is the norm here. Sites are close together, and at least one reviewer notes that proximity to a road can introduce some noise, so campers sensitive to that should factor it into their planning.
The layout centers on shared spaces rather than self-contained sites. Individual spots lack fire rings, but a large common area with a covered picnic table and a central firepit gives campers a place to gather. Kamicia M. describes them as "small private walk up sites," and that framing holds: parking is close, but the footprint of each site is modest. A camp host is stationed near the entrance, porta-potties are available at the park entrance, and water comes from a hand pump station on site. Firewood is available for purchase. Fees have been reported around $10 to $18 per night depending on site type, with reservations available.
The campground sits within walking distance of Girdwood's town center and gives access to river frontage. Michael D. notes it is "river access, walkable to town, and very quiet," though that quiet can depend on timing relative to local festivals, which draw crowds throughout the year. Trails ranging from short loops to multi-day routes like Crow's Pass begin nearby. Bears are present in the area, and the campground has measures in place to address food storage.
Cell service is available, and the campground allows pets and alcohol. Campers exploring campgrounds around Girdwood will find a range of options at varying distances from town. For a different experience, Seward Highway Dispersed near Girdwood provides a more dispersed alternative to the south, while crow creek mine & campground adds a historic mining context to the northeast.
Description
Girdwood Parks and Recreation offers tent camping opportunities during the summer months at the Girdwood Campground. To reach the campground, take Alyeska Highway and turn east on Egloff Drive. Follow Egloff Drive past the Glacier City Hall building, Girdwood Fire Department and Ball Field. The Girdwood Campground is located just past the Ball Field. Eighteen rustic camping sites are set amongst the tall spruce and cottonwood trees. The campground is open during the summer only, from May thru September. weather permitting. Overnight camping is available for a maximum of 14 consecutive nights. Camping spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Advance reservations are not available. Upon selecting a tent site, campers must proceed to the payment kiosk to make payment for their site. The Girdwood Campground is equipped with a cooking area and fire ring, located at the Nissman Pavilion, port-a-potties, and bear-proof food lockers. Drinking water is available one block away, from a spigot located behind the Glacier City Hall building. The Girdwood Campground is within easy walking distance to local restaurants, a laundromat with showers, store, health clinic, library, and post office. RATES: $10 per night, per tent For the benefit of all campers we ask that patrons obey the following rules: The use of fireworks and firearms of any type are not allowed in city parks. Pets must be leashed or confined at all times and must not disturb other campers. Please clean up after your pet - doo your duty, scoop the poop. Use bear-proof food lockers! Do not keep food stored in your tent or outside in a cooler. Discard garbage in the bear-proof trash containers provided. Respect wildlife. Don't put yourself, others, or them in jeopardy because of your actions. Children must be supervised by parents at all times. All vehicles must remain on roads or in parking lots at all times. Maximum of two vehicles per campsite are allowed. Quiet time begins at 10 p.m. nightly. Minimize noise or other disturbances in order to maintain the serenity of the park. Check-out time is 12:00 Noon
Map & DirectionsGirdwood Campground is located in Alaska near Girdwood
Public CampgroundDirections
To reach the campground, take Alyeska Highway and turn east on Egloff Drive. Follow Egloff Drive past the Glacier City Hall building, Girdwood Fire Department and Ball Field. The Girdwood Campground is located just past the Ball Field.
Coordinates
60.96103724 N
149.13764867 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 9/8/26
AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 9/8/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 9/8/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 9/8/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
