Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Copper Center, AK

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Copper Center, Alaska (18)

    1. King For A Day Campground & Charters

    4 Reviews
    Copper Center, AK
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (907) 822-3092

    $35 - $150 / night

    "Bald eagles were playing, and flying around all day. The campsite we picked was by the river, plenty of room, picnic table, fire pit and a spot for our car."

    2. Dry Creek State Rec Area

    7 Reviews
    Glennallen, AK
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (907) 259-4123

    $20 / night

    "Has Group sites , water stations, walking trails in campground, pull though spots."

    "We camped here and enjoyed how it was close to town but we still felt like we’re were far out."

    3. Northern Nights Campground

    6 Reviews
    Glennallen, AK
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (907) 822-3199

    "It is in a great location near the intersection of the Glenn Highway (1) and the Richardson Highway (4). I spoke to the owner and his brother and they we're both extremely nice and helpful."

    4. Klutina Salmon Charters & Campground

    2 Reviews
    Copper Center, AK
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (907) 822-3991

    "Pets are welcome but drive slowly. Not a ton of room between spots."

    5. Ranch House Lodge

    13 Reviews
    Glennallen, AK
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (907) 822-5634

    "The campground is right off the highway."

    "It was pouring down rain so we joined the owners in their roadhouse for a bowl of chili and pizza instead of sitting outside in the rain."

    6. Tolsona Wilderness Campground

    13 Reviews
    Glennallen, AK
    22 miles
    Website

    $27 - $60 / night

    "If you are camping anywhere between Lake Louise and Copper Center this is a great stop. I would recommend more than a single over night here."

    "Tucked back in the woods next to Tolsona Creek this campground is about 15 miles from Glennallen."

    7. Boardwalk RV Park

    1 Review
    Glennallen, AK
    10 miles
    +1 (907) 822-4420

    8. Cabins on the Glenn

    1 Review
    Glennallen, AK
    11 miles
    +1 (907) 822-5833

    "This place had an excellent breakfast place around the corner from the cabin. It was the cleanest and nicest place I’ve been to in a long time"

    9. Squirrel Creek State Recreation Site

    8 Reviews
    Kenny Lake, AK
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (907) 822-5932

    "This was our first place we camped in Alaska and it was very clean. It has a beautiful view with the lake right there and the beavers are very active. Clean bathrooms"

    "Loved the location. Close to Glenallen and not far from Valdez. Lots of spots with great shade. We found a spot in the back right on the creek."

    10. Sailors Campground- Ahtan Inc

    2 Reviews
    Gakona, AK
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (907) 822-3476

    $30 / night

    "Site #1 right next to river. Porta Potty for toilet but it was clean. Rocking cell service for Verizon and ATT. Late July zero mosquitoes."

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  • Tanya B.
    Jun. 28, 2020

    Tolsona Wilderness Campground

    Great spot

    In the middle of nowhere but still close enough to run to Glennallen. If you are camping anywhere between Lake Louise and Copper Center this is a great stop. I would recommend more than a single over night here.

    If you don’t have a jacket the nice people there will sell you a hoodie. If you are staying in the area this is a great spot.

  • Riley N.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 14, 2022

    Squirrel Creek State Recreation Site

    Very beautiful and clean spot

    We really enjoyed camping here. This was our first place we camped in Alaska and it was very clean. It has a beautiful view with the lake right there and the beavers are very active. Clean bathrooms

  • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 9, 2025

    Ranch House Lodge

    One of our Best Campground Experiences

    We stayed here overnight on the way to Valdez and enjoyed it so much that we returned for two nights on the way back. The campground is right off the highway. Check-in was easy, and we were allowed to pick between two site options, and Karen was offering sites that were not next to another camper since the park wasn't full. We chose back-in site 52 with full hookups (50/30/20 AMP) in their new back area both times. Backing in was easy, and we appreciated that the pad has two sewer hookups, with water and electric centered. Water pressure was decent, around 40 psi. Pine trees surround many of the campsites; we had some, but still got a very usable Starlink signal. Verizon showed 4 bars and T-Mobile 1 bar. This campground is essentially off-grid Alaska, with all the challenges and rules that come with that. For example, black tank flushing isn’t allowed due to septic limitations, trash is burned on-site so flammable or unburnable items are prohibited, and the potable water may have some discoloration. The owners, Karen, who is very hospitable, and Andy, have put tremendous effort into creating this beautiful creekside campground. Campers are expected to respect the rules and Andy, rightfully so, lacks a bedside manner for those who do not. It was a delight to have no neighbors and a wonderful water-view site on Tolsona Creek, where we could hear the flowing water. There’s no formal dog park, but plenty of space to walk your dog. Arctic Grayling fishing was excellent while we were there in August. After over 360 reviews with RV Life, this campground ranks on our Top 10 list for Best Campground Experiences.

  • Tanya B.
    Jun. 28, 2020

    Klutina Salmon Charters & Campground

    Right on the river

    Well maintained campground. Kind of like a folk festival. Very friendly staff. If you are looking for a great place to camp here it is.

    Call and make reservations! 907-822-3991 or kscharters@gmail.com

    Prices are a little high for tent camping but pretty standard for RVs. Pets are welcome but drive slowly. Not a ton of room between spots.

  • Allen S.
    Jul. 9, 2025

    Tolsona Wilderness Campground

    Don't believe the pictures

    Dirty, upkept , clutter.  Water is super cold,  no one was tubing.  The pictures must be old, because this campground is in bad shape.  No one is watching their children or pets.  My site  had hanging branches and the squirrels where everywhere.  The trash was open which I'm sure did not help

  • Sierra  S.
    Jul. 9, 2018

    Liberty Falls State Recreation Site

    Land of the Free

    This camp ground really makes you appreciate the freedom to explore Alaska and see all the beauty. This is one of the most beautiful waterfalls I’ve seen in Alaska. Although this campground is just off the road system, the roads in Alaska can always use some work. Take your time and enjoy the drive but make sure you’re prepared - stores and gas are few in far between once you get back into this terrain.

  • Kathy M.
    Jul. 26, 2018

    Tolsona Wilderness Campground

    Creekside Camping with Amenities

    Tucked back in the woods next to Tolsona Creek this campground is about 15 miles from Glennallen. This campground has a small shop, laundry, showers, flush toilets, dump stations, and offers electrical hook ups for RVs. All campsites appear to be located along the creek. This is a family owned campground that offers daily family friendly activities.

  • Sterling S.
    Jul. 21, 2021

    King For A Day Campground & Charters

    Great little fishing/relaxed camping spot

    Best place we stayed on our 900 mile round trip starting from Fairbanks. Fishing was good. Took us about an hour to land 4 sockeyes. Owners came down, gave us tips and offered to loan some gear we hadn't realized we needed. Bald eagles were playing, and flying around all day. The campsite we picked was by the river, plenty of room, picnic table, fire pit and a spot for our car.

    This place is truly local and supports local. We were treated like locals even though we were 2000 miles from home and never been to Alaska before. I'm looking forward to coming back next year.

    I definitely recommend this place for anyone who isn't impressed by people being herded from national parks into resorts, funnelled into gift shops reselling Walmart apparel and overpriced "dinner theatres".


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