Best RV Parks & Resorts near Eielson AFB, AK

Several RV parks operate within 30 miles of Eielson AFB, Alaska, providing varied options for motorhome travelers. Fairbanks/Chena River KOA in North Pole offers 150 full-hookup sites with 30/50 amp service, operating from May 15 to September 15. The gravel pads accommodate big rigs with pull-through sites that feature special routing instructions for easier access. Rivers Edge RV Park in Fairbanks provides big-rig friendly sites along the Chena River with full hookups from May 25 to September 12. For military personnel, Fort Wainwright Glass Park RV Park offers dedicated RV camping from May to September. Lazy Moose RV Park in Salcha features 28 sites with full hookups including 30/50 amp service on level gravel pads. One RVer noted, "Site 133D is a KOA Patio site with a deluxe Trex deck, outdoor furniture, propane fire pit, and a Weber propane grill with tools. The gravel pad was long enough for our 40' toy hauler and F450, with room to put down our rear patio."

Seasonal availability is limited primarily to summer months, with most RV parks closing by mid-September. Cell service varies significantly throughout the region - Fairbanks/Chena River KOA reports one bar on both Verizon and T-Mobile networks, while offering WiFi suitable for basic browsing. Dump stations are available at multiple locations including Chena Lake Recreation Area, which remains open year-round but lacks hookups. Pet-friendly policies are common at most RV parks near Eielson AFB, though specific restrictions may apply. Tanana Valley Campground offers a more economical option with electric hookups and 30 amp service at approximately $45 per night, plus on-site laundry facilities. RV travelers should note that Bear Lake FamCamp on Eielson AFB itself has deteriorated conditions with non-potable water and overgrown sites that may require clearing brush and low-hanging limbs for larger rigs.

Best RV Sites Near Eielson AFB, Alaska (26)

    1. Fairbanks / Chena River KOA

    4 Reviews
    Fort Wainwright, AK
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (907) 488-6392

    $50 - $80 / night

    "For once in a long time on our journey through Alaska, the campground (CG) was not right off the highway."

    "Most sites are pull through"

    2. Rivers Edge RV Park & Campground

    6 Reviews
    Fairbanks, AK
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (907) 474-0286

    "With full hook ups, and RV wash, shower facilities, and a gift shop this is a great place to RV.  There are also lodging and tent camping options. "

    "On-site laundry and showers this makes for a great longer-term spot."

    3. Lazy Moose RV Park

    1 Review
    Salcha, AK
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (907) 488-8141

    $50 - $60 / night

    "Such a great bnb my pup and I had to stop after that other location, just too much beauty that words"

    4. Chena Lake Recreation Area

    10 Reviews
    North Pole, AK
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (907) 459-1070

    $15 - $50 / night

    "This campground offers both back in and pull through boondock sites. All the sites are spacious a decent distance from neighbors. Centralized Water, bathrooms, and a dump station are available."

    "Clean campground with pull through sites. Great playground for kids, and lake with tons of activities 4 minute walk away"

    5. Military Park Fort Wainwright Glass Park RV Park & Outdoor Adventure

    1 Review
    Fairbanks, AK
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (907) 388-0642

    "Great rates loved the location"

    6. Why Knot Sleep Here

    1 Review
    Fort Wainwright, AK
    19 miles

    $40 / night

    "I'd like to extend a warm welcome to your host, Ray. Camping is offered on a flat area, perfect for your tent or RV. There are no hook-ups, so be prepared to have all that you need."

    7. River Park Campground

    8 Reviews
    Badger, AK
    9 miles
    Website

    "There are a variety of campsites, some large enough to accommodate an RV, as well as well-maintained restrooms, well-water, a dumpster, and every site had a picnic table and fire pit with grate."

    "I’m not sure if we planned the trip around the largest mosquito outbreak ever but this is the first time I wanted a head net! :) the bugs were terrible but the campsite wonderful."

    8. Rosehip Campground

    6 Reviews
    Eielson AFB, AK
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (907) 269-8400

    "We were able to fit a 26' travel trailer plus the truck and not be in the road. 1/2 mile walk down to the river and several nature trails"

    "27 campsites in the center of the Alaskan playground. Cell coverage is spotty as well as the Internet. This campground is bigger than it looks."

    9. Birch Lake State Recreation Site

    3 Reviews
    Salcha, AK
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (907) 377-1232

    "There are a few walk-in tent sites on site as well. If you are military there are quite a few options for cabins and more sites but you need permission to enter."

    "During the week, it is very quiet. Weekends and holidays it can be crowded. Military recreation area just down the road. Over half the lake is privately owned."

    10. Tanana Valley Campground

    8 Reviews
    Fairbanks, AK
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (907) 456-7956

    "It was super convenient to stores/restaurants in Fairbanks."

    "Laundry works quickly and effectively. Clean, warm showers and bath. Location close to town, but you feel like your in the forest. I got great Service!"

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RV Park Reviews near Eielson AFB, AK

101 Reviews of 26 Eielson AFB Campgrounds


  • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 7, 2025

    Fairbanks / Chena River KOA

    One of the Best KOAs We've Stayed

    For once in a long time on our journey through Alaska, the campground (CG) was not right off the highway. We followed our RV GPS to the Badger Road exit and found the CG tucked back from the main road. Check-in was busy but quick. We were assigned pull-through site 133D with full hookups and 50 AMP. This site has special routing instructions—staff had us drive a few hundred yards down Old Badger Road, which runs adjacent to the CG, to enter through the back KOA gate. From there, it was an easy approach into our site. Site 133D is a KOA Patio site with a deluxe Trex deck, outdoor furniture, propane fire pit, and a Weber propane grill with tools. The gravel pad was long enough for our 40’ toy hauler and F450, with room to put down our rear patio. On arrival, the CG WiFi was unusable, but we got an email update that they were working on it. A later speed test showed 4.97 Mbps download—good enough for email and light browsing. Starlink worked but was slower than usual in this area despite a clear sky view. We got one bar on both Verizon and T-Mobile. This is a well-run KOA, with staff constantly mowing, cleaning, and maintaining the grounds. During our stay, several RV caravans came through—they had their own designated area and even buses for tours. The CG has spaces for all types of campers, from tents to big rigs. There’s a laundry facility, two fenced dog parks, swing benches by the river, and plenty of space to walk your dog. All in all, this is one of the best private CGs we’ve stayed at. If you need a great vet while in the area, we highly recommend Dr. Dawn Brown at North Pole Veterinary Hospital. They are an AAHA accredited clinic and we’ sure all the vets are great, but we definitely had a wonderful experience with Dr. Brown during our appointment with our two Braque's. The CG made an excellent base for exploring the Fairbanks area.

  • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 13, 2025

    Eielson AFB Bear Lake

    Seen Better Days

    While staying in North Pole, AK, we decided to check out Eielson AFB Bear Lake FamCamp as we’d heard from other military RVers and on different forums that the campground was not worth staying at. On the major RV review sites the most recent review was from 2023. We normally don’t post reviews on a campground (CG) we didn’t stay at, but made an exception to help other military RVers out. As we entered the campground, we noticed that there were not many campers (there was what looked like a camp host, but no sign), and could immediately see why. The sites had non-potable per signs attached to the water spigot. We also noticed that many of the sites were grown over. There are pull-through sites on one row that could handle big rigs and then back-in sites of various lengths on another row. These sites are water and electric 50 and 30 AMP). However, on most sites you would need to cut brush and low-hanging limbs. There were signs on the bathhouse and laundry facility that the water was bad due to too much chlorine. They do have a dump station. There’s a lake at the end of the CG area, but the grass again was so high it was up through the picnic tables along the shoreline. Based on the CG’s condition and distance from the sights to see in the Fairbanks area, this in our opinion is not a good CG choice, especially with taller 5th wheels or Class A rigs. Fort Wainwright, which is closer to Fairbanks, has Glass Park RV Campground on post and they have sites that should fit bigger rigs according to the site sizes on their webpage.

  • Chris D.
    Jul. 25, 2022

    Chena Lake Recreation Area

    Last minute getaway

    Very well maintained campground with lots to offer. Staff was courteous and helpful. This campground offers both back in and pull through boondock sites. All the sites are spacious a decent distance from neighbors. Centralized Water, bathrooms, and a dump station are available. Sites are a short drive to the swim beach.

  • Shadara W.
    Aug. 20, 2019

    Lost Lake State Recreation Site

    Small Private Feel

    Situated just down the road from quartz Lake State Recreation Campground Little Lost Lake Campground at Mile 2.1 has 12 pull in or back in campsites with picnic tables and fire pits. A large parking area, toilets, litter bins, and boat dock. The lake has Arctic char rainbow trout and some salmon stocke for fishing. A trail connects Little Lost Lake and Quarts Lake camping areas so you have access to both lakes. Not to be outdone by its bigger brother at Quartz Lake, Little Lost Lake campground is a gem of its own.

  • a
    Jun. 21, 2018

    River Park Campground

    Beautiful, quiet campground!

    We camped here just this past week and it was wonderful. There are a variety of campsites, some large enough to accommodate an RV, as well as well-maintained restrooms, well-water, a dumpster, and every site had a picnic table and fire pit with grate. Some of the campsites are on the river and some are across the street from it, but there is access to the Clearwater river from the day use area for all visitors. The campsite is still close to town if you need supplies, about a 20 minute drive. This is now one of my favorite sites in the state. A quiet, beautiful spot to camp, engage in water sports, and fish.

  • Chris D.
    Jul. 11, 2022

    Cripple Creek Campground

    Cripple Creek

    Very clean, well maintained campsite with new latrines. You can tent camp or utilize a camper via back-in sites. These are boondock sites only. The campsite is close to river access where camping can also be conducted depending on water height.

  • M
    Sep. 18, 2018

    Cripple Creek Campground

    Lovely little BLM campground

    The BLM has some of the nicest campgrounds in Alaska, and this one is no exception. There are 12 sites with plenty of space between, although they're small for large RVs and trailers (it was perfect for my teardrop trailer). The sites are not directly on the Chatanika River, but you can hear the river running in the background and there is a trail that runs along the riverbank between the campground and the day use area. There are a few walk-in tent sites between the main campground and the river, as well.

    Like other BLM facilities it's cleaned and well-maintained, and there are signs up showing local wildlife. Each camping spot has a fire pit and picnic table, and there is a pump to get untreated water near campsite 7. Because it's only about an hour from Fairbanks it doesn't get much traffic from people passing through, although it can get busy during hunting season.

  • Bradee A.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 30, 2022

    Chena Lake Recreation Area

    Great campground

    We stayed here for 2 nights free and paid for 3 nights over memorial weekend. Clean campground with pull through sites. Great playground for kids, and lake with tons of activities 4 minute walk away

  • Wes F.
    Aug. 18, 2024

    Chena Lake Recreation Area

    Close to town but still in the sticks

    We stayed on the river side of Chena lakes campground. Had a great huge pull through campsite. Lots of room for our three dogs. Ranger patrolled on the regular making us feel safe and keeping things in order.


Guide to Eielson AFB

Discover the beauty of RV camping near Eielson AFB, Alaska, where stunning landscapes and well-equipped campgrounds await outdoor enthusiasts.

RVers appreciate amenities like electric hookups and laundry facilities

  • At Tanana Valley Campground, visitors can enjoy electric hookups and convenient laundry services, making it a practical choice for longer stays.
  • Rivers Edge RV Park & Campground offers full hookups along with on-site laundry and shower facilities, ensuring a comfortable experience.
  • For those seeking a budget-friendly option, C Lazy Moose RV Park provides essential amenities like water and dump stations at a competitive price.

RVers like these nearby activities

  • Enjoy the scenic views and outdoor adventures at Chena Hot Springs Resort, where you can soak in natural hot springs after a day of hiking.
  • Rivers Edge RV Park & Campground is conveniently located near the Chena River, perfect for fishing and kayaking enthusiasts.
  • Experience the local culture and events at Tanana Valley Campground, situated next to the Fairgrounds, where various activities take place throughout the summer.

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Which is the most popular RV campsite near Eielson AFB, AK?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular RV campground near Eielson AFB, AK is Fairbanks / Chena River KOA with a 4.8-star rating from 4 reviews.

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