Best Glamping near Hope, AK

Eagle River Nature Center and Historic Hope Cafe & Campground offer comfortable glamping accommodations surrounded by Alaska's dramatic wilderness. Glamping yurts at Eagle River provide an elevated outdoor experience with picnic tables, drinking water access, and toilet facilities. Unlike standard camping, these accommodations feature amenities specifically designed for comfort while maintaining a connection to nature. Historic Hope Cafe & Campground sits directly on Cook Inlet, providing glamping options with electric hookups and market access. The property accommodates glampers seeking resort-style camping experiences without sacrificing conveniences. One visitor noted, "Great little spot right on the Cook Inlet with beautiful views, nice little campground."

Visitors staying in glamping accommodations near Hope can explore numerous hiking trails, wildlife viewing opportunities, and fishing experiences. Eagle River Nature Center maintains well-groomed trails accessible year-round, with visitors reporting frequent moose sightings and bald eagle spotting opportunities. Cook Inlet provides a stunning backdrop for waterfront luxury outdoor stays at Historic Hope, where live music events often complement the glamping experience. Both locations maintain accessibility to bathrooms while offering the privacy and comfort associated with upscale outdoor accommodations. A recent visitor shared, "This park fills up quickly and does have electric hook ups. The views really are amazing and it is right down from a public toilet."

Best Glamping Sites Near Hope, Alaska (13)

    1. Historic Hope Cafe & Campground

    2 Reviews
    Hope, AK
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (907) 782-3300

    $10 - $30 / night

    "Public bathroom less than a block away. Loved it!"

    2. Eagle River Campground — Chugach State Park

    33 Reviews
    Eagle River, AK
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (907) 694-7982

    "Great spot close to our home of Anchorage for when we don't want to go too far. Large pavillion great for get-togethers right along the river and includes it's own bathroom."

    "Located around 5 minutes to Eagle River. Beautiful location on River. ADA accessibility. Dump station on site. Restrooms available. There is a fee and a limit on how long you can stay."

    3. Eklutna Lake Campground — Chugach State Park

    40 Reviews
    Chugiak, AK
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (907) 345-5014

    $5 - $100 / night

    "Roomy camp sites, fire pits and clean. Bears do roam from time to time so food storage away from your sleeping area is a must! Rangers here will ticket if you leave food out around your site."

    "You want water access on a glacial lake? How about numerous hiking, biking skiing and horse trails?"

    4. Centennial Campground

    4 Reviews
    Elmendorf Air Force Base, AK
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (907) 343-6986

    5. Trail River

    11 Reviews
    Moose Pass, AK
    34 miles
    Website

    $23 - $200 / night

    "The lake is one of the most beautiful views in alaska in my opinion. facilities are clean and spacious. Picnic tables and fire pits at each spot."

    "The campground provides ample space for large group activities around the pavilion or your own little nook, tucked along the banks of the lakes. this campground was so fun to have our gatherings at!"

    6. Eagle River Nature Center (public use cabins/yurts)

    1 Review
    Anchorage, AK
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (907) 694-2108

    $85 / night

    "Well maintained trails but a walk to the cabin or yurts. Accessible by foot year around. No horses or bikes allowed on trails. Tent camping along the Crow Creek Pass Trail."

    7. Cooper Landing Fishing Guide, LLC

    2 Reviews
    Cooper Landing, AK
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (907) 599-0126

    $100 / night

    "No running water but there is heat! Book a guided fishing trip and leave your review here!"

    8. Anchorage N KOA Journey

    7 Reviews
    Wasilla, AK
    47 miles
    Website
    +1 (907) 745-7445

    "Pavillion with fire pit, two grills si you dont have to unpack yours, and hammocks to laze away the day. Laundry and showers look like an old west town, too cute!"

    "The park had helpful and friendly staff, clean bathrooms, a nice laundry facility, and even a playground with a communal pavilion for people to gather round together. We would stay here again."

    9. Renfros Lakeside Retreat

    1 Review
    Moose Pass, AK
    38 miles
    Website
    +1 (907) 288-5059

    "This lakeside retreat is great for fishing always just right there definitely need to bring your own things but also just amazing"

    10. Rocky Lake State Recreation Site

    3 Reviews
    Big Lake, AK
    46 miles
    Website
    +1 (907) 240-9797

    "This campground is available by reservation or walk/drive in. There are only about 10 campsites but a few of them have a terrific set up. This is quiet, small and right on the lake."

    "Some sites have direct lake access, others more back into the trees. Camp sites are TIGHT- watched a few RVs and 5th wheels struggle into spots on the one way road. Bathrooms were well maintained."

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Glamping Reviews near Hope, AK

109 Reviews of 13 Hope Campgrounds


  • Shadara W.
    Sep. 15, 2019

    Anchorage N KOA Journey

    Wasilla Wonderful

    Wonderful place to stop off and catch your breath. Pavillion with fire pit, two grills si you dont have to unpack yours, and hammocks to laze away the day. Laundry and showers look like an old west town, too cute! Cabins for rent, playground for the kids and propane to restock. Open year round! Pet friendly and Wifi available. Super friendly staff.

  • Courtney H.
    Jul. 18, 2022

    Anchorage N KOA Journey

    Great Family Park

    We booked a one night stay here as a trial run with our brand new travel trailer. Our daughter loved it so much that she begged to stay another night. Luck was on our side as there was a last minute cancellation and we were able to extend our stay 1 more night. The park had helpful and friendly staff, clean bathrooms, a nice laundry facility, and even a playground with a communal pavilion for people to gather round together. We would stay here again. There was a bit of road noise from the nearby highway but our family wasn't bothered at all by it as we are used to living on a base with lots of jet noise. Pet friendly and Wi-Fi is available and free! Propane, water fill, and dump station are available at this park.

  • Shadara W.
    Aug. 12, 2019

    Eagle River Campground — Chugach State Park

    Close to home camping

    Great spot close to our home of Anchorage for when we don't want to go too far. Large pavillion great for get-togethers right along the river and includes it's own bathroom. Semi-seclude sites give privacy with large open areas at your fire pits, great for groups. Some double sites perfect for camping with friends. Pet friendly just please keep the leashed and clean up after them. Watch for bear activity and make sure to keep all food and enticing items locked up.

  • Shadara W.
    Aug. 12, 2019

    Big Lake North State Rec Area

    Great lake access but parking lot for RV's.

    Set up as more of a large parking lot. The good features of this "campground" include being right on Big Lake for close access to the water. Lots of water activities on the lake itself. Close tight spots and literally a parking lot for RVs with no room for pop outs or tables. Tables and fire pits are at the end of your spot so hope you like your neighbors. Several walk-in campsites for tents which were much prettier.

  • Ashley F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 13, 2023

    Cooper Landing Fishing Guide, LLC

    Some of the best Kenai River Fishing Guides on staff

    Ashley here with The Dyrt. We're so happy to have David on our platform. He offers a cozy yurt for a party of 4. No running water but there is heat! Book a guided fishing trip and leave your review here!

  • Sierra D.
    Jun. 25, 2021

    Anchorage N KOA Journey

    Best RV Park

    Favorite place we stayed at out of all locations on our trip. Cleanliest, coziest, well-taken care of place. Bathrooms and showers were 10/10. Spots had space, grass, fire pits, full hook up and dump hook up. Staff was so accommodating! Firewood and other amenities available. Only downside is mosquitos weren’t the best so a lot of people stayed in their campers and the highway noise is noticeable but not terrible. Somewhat busier campground, seemed like a lot of long term campers. Really recommend!

  • Aimee H.
    Jul. 27, 2017

    Eklutna Lake Campground — Chugach State Park

    Eklutna Lake

    This place is a straight 10!

    Roomy camp sites, fire pits and clean. Bears do roam from time to time so food storage away from your sleeping area is a must! Rangers here will ticket if you leave food out around your site.

    Quiet wooded area surrounded by wonderful hiking trails- try twin peaks for a lung and leg stretching adventure with a view as your reward! A 12 mile ( one way) dirt road for biking walking or Sunday- Wednesday atv'n the lake. Blue clear glacier water is beyond beautiful! Remember your life jackets as this water is literally freezing!

    You can rent kayaks and bikes here-- if you don't have room to bring your own.

    atvs can run the trail Sunday- wednesday only April- November but the noise does not interrupt your quiet campsites.

    This is a family favorite!!

    bathrooms and fresh water pumps :)

  • David F.
    Aug. 31, 2018

    Eklutna Lake Campground — Chugach State Park

    Epic Campground

    This campground really has everything when it comes to a state campground. You want water access on a glacial lake? How about numerous hiking, biking skiing and horse trails? Are you looking for updated amenities including a table and fire pit, onsite bathrooms, bear proof dumpster, bear proof food storage, and a well for fresh water (no showers though) and even kayak rentals on site? Do you need large campsites with a reasonable amount of privacy instead of setting up your tent on top of someone else's? Eklutna is the spot. It is technically located within the Municipality of Anchorage about 30 minutes from down town. There is no cell service out there, so you can say goodbye to the rest of the world on your way up the mountain road. In addition, there are forest service cabins for rent that are located down one of the major trails, for even more privacy, and a different kind of adventure. Just a mile from the campground is a cute little ice cream shop for a sweet treat on hot summer days.

  • Riley N.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 29, 2022

    Trail River

    Camping is good but the day use area is the best part

    We enjoyed the camping here but the day use are was the real show stopper here! The lake is one of the most beautiful views in alaska in my opinion. facilities are clean and spacious. Picnic tables and fire pits at each spot.


Guide to Hope

Trail River Campground and Eagle River Nature Center offer rustic glamping alternatives near Hope, Alaska. The Hope area sits at the base of the Chugach Mountains where multiple trails connect campgrounds to fishing spots along the Kenai Peninsula. Winter temperatures can drop below 0°F, while summer brings mild 60-70°F days with extended daylight hours, creating distinct camping conditions across seasons.

What to do

Kayaking on glacial lakes: Trail River Campground provides direct access to one of Alaska's most scenic lakes. "The lake is one of the most beautiful views in alaska in my opinion," notes Riley N., who adds that "the day use area was the real show stopper here!"

Wildlife viewing on maintained trails: Multiple interconnecting paths allow hikers to spot diverse wildlife. At Eagle River Campground, Lisa S. reports, "Trails are nearby and fishing opportunities." Another camper advises, "Watch for Moose. Look up every so often because there are also bald eagles around."

Fishing with local guides: For serious anglers, guided fishing excursions provide equipment and local expertise. "Great fishing guides," reports Cathy B. about Cooper Landing Fishing Guide, which offers yurt accommodations for parties up to four people.

What campers like

Privacy between sites: Many campgrounds maintain good separation between camping areas. At Eklutna Lake Campground, Vicki S. notes, "The sites are large and well-spaced," though she mentions "not all quite as secluded as I'd like."

Walk-in yurt options: Eagle River Nature Center provides glamping yurts accessible by foot. "Well maintained trails but a walk to the cabin or yurts. Accessible by foot year around," explains Tanya B., who adds they "loved the hikes so much we decided to rent the cabin for my birthday."

Lake access from campsites: Several campgrounds feature direct water access. At Rocky Lake, Samantha M. describes how some sites have "terrific set up" including the ability to "walk down your private path to the lake and enjoy the weekend."

What you should know

Bear safety requirements: This region has significant bear activity requiring proper precautions. When glamping near Hope, one camper at Eklutna Lake advises, "This is a great place to see bears! Moose.... Foxes," while another warns, "Don't keep your food out of a secured box or by your tent."

Seasonal fish odors: Some waterfront sites develop strong odors after salmon spawning. At Historic Hope Cafe & Campground, Tanya B. notes, "After salmon spawning season a number of dead fish wash up on shore and rot and early in the autumn it is pretty strong."

Mosquito preparation: Alaska's summer brings significant insect activity. A camper recommends, "Bring bug spray as the mosquitoes can be quite viscous. I bring a bug net for my head too, this way when they are extremely bad, I can still enjoy being outside."

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Anchorage N KOA Journey (formerly Big Bear Campground) offers dedicated play areas. Courtney H. reports, "The park had helpful and friendly staff, clean bathrooms, a nice laundry facility, and even a playground with a communal pavilion for people to gather round together."

Kid-friendly hiking options: Multiple trails accommodate various skill levels. At Trail River, Sierra S. recalls, "Growing up we always had our annual car camp event here," where they'd organize "kayak races, funny sack races, scavenger hunts and volley ball games."

Swimming areas: Some campgrounds offer designated swimming spots. At Rocky Lake State Recreation Site, Jessica J. notes there's "a small boat launch and swimming area with no lifeguard on duty."

Tips from RVers

Limited site availability: Hope area campgrounds fill quickly, especially on weekends. "Be ready to see into your neighbors RV and it is always worth a call ahead because of the limited campgrounds in Hope they can fill up quickly especially if there are bands playing in the area."

Dump station access: Many RVers note the importance of planning waste disposal. Lisa S. at Eagle River Campground points out "Dump station on site. Restrooms available. There is a fee and a limit on how long you can stay. It was 4 days when we were there."

Gate closure timing: Some campgrounds restrict late-night access. At Rocky Lake, "There is a curfew of sorts where they lock the entrance and exit gates at 8pm/10pm and open again at 8am."

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Hope, AK is Historic Hope Cafe & Campground with a 3.5-star rating from 2 reviews.

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