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Open to the public.
$25 / night
This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Eleven maintained campsites are available at $10 per night. Payment can be made at a self-serve fee box located at the main pavilion. Visitors to Childs Glacier Campground and Recreation Area are instantly captivated by spectacular views of Childs Glacier, famous for its calving icebergs that once put on a great show. Other must-do activities in the area include hiking along the river and fishing for salmon. Childs Glacier was once accessible by road. In 2011 the dynamic nature of the Copper River washed out a section of highway at mile 36. Additional road damage occurred in 2018, washing out part of the road at Mile 44. Outfitters now provide tours and transport to the site.
The Copper River boasts plenty of salmon. Wildlife watching opportunities include moose, grizzly and black bears. Lucky campers may spot bears fishing on the opposite side of the river. Recommended trails include Copper River and Childs Glacier North. Copper River Trail connects Childs Glacier Recreation Area to the historic Million Dollar Bridge following the shores of the Copper River. Childs Glacier North Trail begins north of the Million Dollar Bridge and leads hikers to the face of Childs Glacier.
Childs Glacier Campground is nestled in the Chugach Mountains on the south coast of Alaska. Alder, willow, devil's club and fern make up much of the campground understory. Tall cottonwoods dominate overhead. The campground is about 300 feet from the Copper River, a wide, glacier fed river that creates the extensive Copper River Delta and flows into the Gulf of Alaska.
For facility specific information, please call (907) 424-7661.
The historic Million Dollar Bridge, constructed in 1910, is nearby. The bridge over the Copper River was used to transport copper from the old mining town of Kennicott to the port of Cordova.
The incredible beauty of Valdez, Alaska beckons you. There are 360 degrees of incredible mountain views in our lovely treed 18-acre campground. Valdez KOA is a veteran family owned 2nd generation KOA franchise. When we hire our employees, we make sure to hire with our campground culture in mind: "cleanliness and friendliness". We want our guests to feel relaxed, comfortable, and to know how much we love having them there. We clean our bathhouses incessantly. We like walking into a clean place, and we know our guests do too. And big things are in the works! We are in process of making huge ongoing improvements! Since we bought the campground from it's founders our parents in 2020, we've upgraded wifi to GB Wifi, well known for fast-enough-to-stream wifi, capable of handling thousands of devices at once. We've improved the campground store, and updated the cabins with new couches, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and all new linens. We've employed a master planner to help us with our vision for the future. We intend to get all RV sites on full hookups, This year (2023) we are renovating the house onsite into a 2 bedroom/2 bath cabin and adding 2 glamping tents. Soon we'll be adding full hookups to RV sites, and a large clubhouse with fireplaces, upper deck pavilion and event space, new guest laundry and food service area are planned. Also, we are planning a HUGE dog area, paw pen sites, giant playground, and a whole adventure camping area in the back woods with treehouse cabins and more accommodations. Alaska is incredible and we want to share it with everyone! The beauty is unforgettable. Come stay with us and experience it!
$51 - $247 / night
$25 - $165 / night
Power Creek Cabin, in the Chugach National Forest, is located 4.2 miles from Power Creek Trailhead, which is located approximately 6.9 miles north of Cordova, Alaska on the Power Creek road. The trail provides scenic terrain for hikers. Access to the cabin is by hiking only. It is a 4.2-mile hike along Power Creek Trail. Visitors are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.
Power Creek Valley is a great spot for hikers. Both Power Creek Trail and Crater Lake Trail begin just outside Cordova and can be hiked separately, or as part of a 12.5-mile loop. The trail meanders through spruce-hemlock forests, traverses a difficult exposed ridge and treats hikers to scenic views of Orca Inlet, Eyak Lake and the Delta. Time spent at Crater Lake is worth the effort. From Cordova, mountain bikers will find a relatively flat ride that follows the northern shore of Eyak Lake, then parallels the creek through a rainforest setting past several waterfalls, heading toward the coastal Chugach Mountain Range. The southern exposure of the mountains and the amount of wildlife on the trail makes it a fantastic ride. During the summer and fall when there are salmon in the lake and creek, it is a popular bear feeding area. Hunters can take advantage of a long hunting season in the surrounding national forest. Bear season occurs during spring and fall, while deer season begins in late summer and lasts through late fall. There isn't much fishing in the cabin's vicinity, however some small Dolly Varden can be found in the stream near the cabin.
Dense forests, glacier-fed streams, valleys and rocky peaks define the landscape around the cabin, providing habitat for an abundance of wildlife. At an elevation of 500 feet, Power Creek Cabin is nestled in a spruce-hemlock forest above Power Creek Valley, where visitors can view wildflowers and wildlife. Steep mountains rise from the valley floor. Mountain goats, brown bear, black bear, moose and waterfowl are all found in the area. The closest town to Power Creek Cabin is Cordova. Located at the base of glacier-capped peaks and facing Prince William Sound, Cordova is a commercial fishing community, home to the world famous Copper River Wild Salmon. The town is a treasure, steeped with natural features and cultural history.
$60 / night
Bear Paw RV Park II is an adult only RV Park.
Tiedeman Slough Cabin offers guests recreation, relaxation and a unique lodging experience in the Chugach National Forest. The remote site offers a scenic setting for birding, hunting and wildlife viewing, all within close distance from the cabin. Access to the cabin is by float plane at high tide or by boat. Visitors are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety and must bring several of their own amenities.
Bird watching is exceptional near this cabin. Anglers will need to travel upstream of the boat launch to Alaganik Slough to find productive fishing waters, as fishing near the cabin is poor because of water turbidity. In Alaganik Slough, however, silver salmon run from August to September, and sockeye salmon are abundant in late June through July. Hunters can take advantage of waterfowl, bear and deer hunting during designated seasons.
The cabin is located on the east bank of the tidal slough in a low-lying area blanketed with alder and willow. Ponds dot the boggy landscape. This area offers a diversity of wildlife. Copper River Delta is a major resting and feeding area for 20 million shore birds and waterfowl traveling the Pacific Flyway. Waterfowl in the area include dusky Canada geese, mallard, pintail, green-winged teal, gadwall, widgeon and shoveler. Land mammals include brown bears, beaver, coyote, moose, wolf and land otters. Bear are most apparent during the spring as they hunt eggs and flightless birds. Sea mammals are not usually present, however, harbor seals will travel up slough following the salmon during their spawning runs.
$60 / night
With world class views and unbeatable outdoor activities, Valdez RV Park & Campground is the perfect place to check out Alaska's beauty. The park is located near the harbor, within walking distance to shops, restaurants, boat tours & charters as well a lots of local attractions. Whether you come to experience the wildlife, glaciers, Alaskan history, or simply put your feet up and enjoy the views, we have something for you!
$30 - $55 / night
$25 / night
The incredible beauty of Valdez, Alaska beckons you. There are 360 degrees of incredible mountain views in our lovely treed 18-acre campground. Valdez KOA is a veteran family owned 2nd generation KOA franchise. When we hire our employees, we make sure to hire with our campground culture in mind: "cleanliness and friendliness". We want our guests to feel relaxed, comfortable, and to know how much we love having them there. We clean our bathhouses incessantly. We like walking into a clean place, and we know our guests do too. And big things are in the works! We are in process of making huge ongoing improvements! Since we bought the campground from it's founders our parents in 2020, we've upgraded wifi to GB Wifi, well known for fast-enough-to-stream wifi, capable of handling thousands of devices at once. We've improved the campground store, and updated the cabins with new couches, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and all new linens. We've employed a master planner to help us with our vision for the future. We intend to get all RV sites on full hookups, This year (2023) we are renovating the house onsite into a 2 bedroom/2 bath cabin and adding 2 glamping tents. Soon we'll be adding full hookups to RV sites, and a large clubhouse with fireplaces, upper deck pavilion and event space, new guest laundry and food service area are planned. Also, we are planning a HUGE dog area, paw pen sites, giant playground, and a whole adventure camping area in the back woods with treehouse cabins and more accommodations. Alaska is incredible and we want to share it with everyone! The beauty is unforgettable. Come stay with us and experience it!
$51 - $247 / night
$25 - $165 / night
Bear Paw RV Park II is an adult only RV Park.
With world class views and unbeatable outdoor activities, Valdez RV Park & Campground is the perfect place to check out Alaska's beauty. The park is located near the harbor, within walking distance to shops, restaurants, boat tours & charters as well a lots of local attractions. Whether you come to experience the wildlife, glaciers, Alaskan history, or simply put your feet up and enjoy the views, we have something for you!
$30 - $55 / night
Guide
Quiet place to stay minus the planes taking off randomly. Loved not having service. And loved the waterfall in the campground
Legend
Tent camping review. Being in the middle of a small city, this place was great. It's proximity to everything was extremely convenient. The tent sites aren't huge but there's plenty of privacy between them (I can't remember what site we picked but we were in shoulder season and the only ones there). The showers were hot and bathrooms were clean. Available coin laundry is also a bonus (even though we didn't need to use them). I believe the sites usually have a fire ring and picnic table but we were there when they were getting ready to close. The campground owner did warn us of a black bear that had been wandering around the campground. There was scat and we did hear him one night but didn't have any problems sharing the space with him.
Ranger
Clean bathrooms and views are amazing. Close to some really cool hikes and just 30-40 feet from the ocean.
Ranger
Very great camping spot. Everything you need and close to all things in town! Staff is very kind and helpful.
Ranger
Very great camping experience.
Scout
Bear Paw is located in downtown Valdez and is smack dab in the middle of the touristy shops and restaurants. It's clean, staff is courteous, and spots are okay (not the roomiest). If you are going on a fishing trip it might be a good choice as you can walk across the street to the docks. If you are looking for a more nature based campground, try Allison Point or the campground on Airport Road.
ScoutFacing duck flats, watching bald eagles. Walkable grocery, restaurants, liquor, cannabis. Great bike paths. Saw bear feeding from bike path, accessible from campground (along the Richardson highway, not IN the camp area)
Scout
This campground is inaccessible by road since 2011. Not sure when this was written but should be updated with the herculean efforts necessary to get there. The campground is open, but only if you can get there.
Scout
Would stay here again in a heartbeat, beautiful mountains and good fishing!
Scout
The price of $44 for a non-hookup tent site had us apprehensive at first, but after one night at a not so great site down the road we decided to give it a try and we were overall impressed. The campground WiFi was top notch, the showers were free with your stay and were clean with hot water, there’s laundry on site (takes quarters, $3 for wash, 2 for dry). Overall a very pleasant stay.
TravelerThe location is unbeatable. You are right by the harbor and walking distance to shops/ restaurants. Down side is you’re right in the middle of everything so it’s more of a parking lot than a scenic spot. Spots were a little tight and you can hear your neighbors conversations. There are no fire rings and we don’t think campfire is allowed. But bathrooms are clean. The harbor is beautiful. Stay here if you want to be centrally located.
GuideValdez KOA has super friendly staff and they’ve gone above and beyond to make accommodations for our party which includes an rv family and a cabin family. Very pretty spot with some space to walk the dogs and a fantastic bike/walking trail (also very helpful with walking dogs). We’ve seen plenty of bears (black mostly and one grizzly on a hike). You do need a car to get to Valdez or to some of the waterfalls/hiking as the campground is about 8 miles outside of town.
RangerPerfect spot to stretch stiff legs up in Thomson’s pass. There is a great loop trail less than 3 miles if you are just passing through.
Due to covid no host, no services including cell phone service.
This area tends to get “socked” in so be prepared to be one with the clouds. If driving drive slow lots of twists, don’t use your brights it will be harder to see.
TravelerFrom the phone call to book our space, to arrival, and our entire stay! The staff is amazing, friendly, and welcoming. Walking distance to everything in town. Beautiful views
LegendGreat location and amenities for the RV park. Close to the harbor. Small site. Good wifi.
ScoutWe were there two days the end of May 2021. We had reservations and arrived after hours. We had an issue connecting properly to the water. I alerted management(Lori) via text. She responded with urgency and quickly solved the issue and compensated us for our trouble. Quite frankly, I was taken aback by how concerned she was with making sure we left feeling great about our stay there. Oh, and the bathrooms and showers are CLEAN! Thanks so much, Lori and KOA staff.
GuideAwesome tenting area! Lots of shaded spots by the road, but if you’re willing to walk in, the spots on the hill are fantastic! I had the entire hill to myself and took the spot at the very top which had great views of town and the sea. All the walk-in spots have picnic tables, fire rings, and tent pads. Adult only area has its own bathrooms with free showers. Laundry is $3 each to wash and dry and is also on site. The bunnies are just the icing on the cake. Great tent camping!
Legend
From a previous scouting trip my parents stayed here one night and LOVED it. We recommend that they stay in a parking lot area after our Bugpocalypse a few weeks prior. They reported no bugs here. The spot was reserved it in advance and the reservation requests the side the RVs slides are on. You are greeted by a golf cart on arrival they show you to your spot and directed you in so that they would have no issues using their slides. The views of Valdez are amazing no matter where you go. There is a tent area in the center and this park is close to everything. These are full hook ups and if you remember a cable you can get cable TV too. There is a huge area to walk your furry travel buddies as well. If you are staying Valdez this is an excellent choice. Cell Service: Yes Internet: Yes 2020 Cost: $41-$61 RVs Distance from Anchorage: 308 miles Bug Factor (1 minimal to 10 too many to enjoy): 1
RangerGreat location to spend time with those you love.
RangerWhen I think of Alaska and Hollywood this is the awesomeness that comes to mind about beautiful locations
RangerShowed up hoping to get a spot however this place is closed and under construction still, looking forward to coming back up here
RangerThis place compared to Campbell’s or falcons cabin is definitely completely comparable to a great suite loved it
ScoutPrimitive dispersed camping. No facilities. Next to glacier creek. Salmon run Aug-early Sept. Google map Mineral Creek Rd, take it to end then keep going down gravel road. There's a car bridge to get to other side of creek. Pristine, please keep it that way!! Beautiful view of mountains.
TravelerGreat campground and will be going back the next time I am in Valdez. Buildings are kept very clean and supplies always filled. Stayed at a tent site and enjoyed being able to set up under the trees. Not a lot of noise at the site even when the kids were playing on the playground. Also an area for dogs to run around is nice.
LegendYou can see Valdez across the water from this campground. There are fire pits for each spot but no tables so you will need to bring your own.
There is cell phone service here as well as internet. There are 49 spots and they are located on both sides of the road so if you can’t find your spot go back down and look on the other side of the road.
LegendWe heard strange noises during the day and it turns out the highway wraps around this campsite. It was so well designed you would never even know it except the strange sounds bouncing off the mountains.
Bathrooms were exceptional and there were hiking trails. Great place to take a raft or kayak. You could not beat the views. Bring an extra blanket since it gets chilly at the higher elevation.
Spots were full and there were only 2 first come first served sites so be sure to go online to reserve one. Totally worth it.
LegendRemember there are two seasons in Alaska. Winter and construction. Plan for extra travel time.
Amazing views. Better than the parking lot RV parks in town. Well maintained and centrally located. If you are looking for hook ups this is the place to go. Camp in the wilderness but still get your emails.
So close to so many side trips. Bridal falls, Robe lake, Solomon Gulch hatchery, and so many others.
Camping near Cordova, Alaska, offers a unique blend of stunning landscapes and outdoor adventures. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, there are plenty of options to explore.
Camping near Cordova, Alaska, is a fantastic way to experience the great outdoors, with plenty of options for families and RVers alike.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Cordova, AK?
According to TheDyrt.com, Cordova, AK offers a wide range of camping options, with 21 campgrounds and RV parks near Cordova, AK and 1 free dispersed camping spot.
Which is the most popular campground near Cordova, AK?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Cordova, AK is Valdez Glacier with a 4.4-star rating from 9 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Cordova, AK?
According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Cordova, AK.
What parks are near Cordova, AK?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 2 parks near Cordova, AK that allow camping, notably Kenai Fjords National Park and Chugach National Forest.
