Best RV Parks & Resorts near Ketchikan, AK

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Best RV Sites Near Ketchikan, AK (4)

    Camper-submitted photo from Signal Creek Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Signal Creek Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Signal Creek Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Signal Creek Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Signal Creek Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Signal Creek Campground

    1. Signal Creek Campground

    5 Reviews
    32 Photos
    8 Saves
    Ward Cove, Alaska

    Overview

    Signal Creek Campground is a year-round facility located in the Ward Lake Recreation Area, 7 miles north of downtown Ketchikan and about 4 miles north of the State ferry terminal. The campground straddles Signal Creek and lies on the banks of Ward Lake, with easy access to fishing, hiking and wildlife viewing.

    Recreation

    Hiking is a popular option, as the Ward Lake Recreation Area boasts seven trails. The Ward Lake Nature Travel meanders 1.3 miles around the lake. A large day-use complex with picnic sites and shelters is also available. Freshwater fishing, canoeing, kayaking, wildlife viewing and scenery are favorite draws at Ward Lake.

    Natural Features

    The campground is surrounded by an old-growth temperate rainforest comprised primarily of western hemlock and Sitka spruce. Signal Creek flows through the campground, and Ward Lake is adjacent. At nearly 17 million acres, the Tongass National Forest covers most of Southeast Alaska and is the largest forest in the national forest system. The Tongass surrounds the Inside Passage, the network of waterways that buffers the jagged Alaskan Coast and a cluster of coastline islands. The Tongass offers visitors a chance to view wildlife, including eagles, bears and spawning salmon. Expansive vistas, including fjords, glaciers and mountain peaks abound.

    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)

    $10 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Settlers Cove State Rec Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Settlers Cove State Rec Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Settlers Cove State Rec Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Settlers Cove State Rec Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Settlers Cove State Rec Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Settlers Cove State Rec Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Last Chance Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Last Chance Campground

    3. Last Chance Campground

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    2 Photos
    2 Saves
    Ward Cove, Alaska

    Overview

    Last Chance Campground is located in the Ward Lake Recreation Area, 9 miles north of downtown Ketchikan and about 4 miles north of the State ferry terminal. This campground straddles Last Chance Creek and lies next to Ward Creek with easy access to fishing, hiking and wildlife viewing.

    Recreation

    Hiking is a popular option, as the Ward Lake Recreation Area boasts seven trails. The Ward Lake Nature Trail meanders 1.3 miles around the lake. A large day-use complex with picnic sites and shelters is also available. Freshwater fishing, wildlife viewing and scenery are favorite draws at Ward Lake.

    Natural Features

    Last Chance is surrounded by an old-growth temperate rainforest comprised primarily of western hemlock and Sitka spruce. Last Chance Creek flows through the campground, and Ward Creek runs alongside. At nearly 17 million acres, the Tongass National Forest covers most of Southeast Alaska and is the largest forest in the national forest system. The Tongass surrounds the Inside Passage, the network of waterways that buffers the jagged Alaskan Coast and a cluster of coastline islands. The Tongass offers visitors a chance to view wildlife, including eagles, bears and spawning salmon. Expansive vistas, including fjords, glaciers and mountain peaks abound.

    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)

    $10 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Harris River
    Camper-submitted photo from Harris River
    Camper-submitted photo from Harris River
    Camper-submitted photo from Harris River
    Camper-submitted photo from Harris River

    4. Harris River

    1 Review
    5 Photos
    Craig, Alaska

    Overview

    Harris River Campground is located on Prince of Wales Island on a paved highway just 10 miles from the Hollis Ferry Terminal and 20 miles from the Craig/Klawock area. Visitors enjoy hiking, fishing and viewing abundant wildlife.

    Recreation

    Hiking, fishing and wildlife viewing are popular activities. The Harris River Trail and the Twentymile Spur Trail both pass along the Harris River. The latter ends at a set of beaver ponds. A short boardwalk trail dissects the campground to offer campers a close-up view of a muskeg habitat without getting their feet wet. A bridge and short path across the Harris River connect the campground to the Harris River Picnic Area. About two miles east of the campground is the Harris River Interpretive Trail, which provides information about recent river restoration work and habitat management experiments.

    Natural Features

    The campground is situated along the Harris River, a short drive from hiking trails and fishing outposts, within the Tongass National Forest, which covers nearly 17 million acres in southeast Alaska and is the largest forest in the national forest system. The Tongass surrounds the Inside Passage, the network of waterways that buffers the jagged Alaskan Coast and a cluster of coastal islands. The Tongass offers visitors a chance to view wildlife, including eagles, bears and spawning salmon. Expansive vistas of fjords, glaciers and mountain peaks abound. Much of the forest is a temperate rain forest.

    Nearby Attractions

    The One Duck Trail was originally constructed by the Youth Conservation Corps in the mid-1980's. The trail offers a challenging hike and spectacular views of the Harris River watershed award those who complete it. Prince of Wales Island offers boat rentals, fishing supplies and other conveniences a short drive away.

    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $8 / night


Recent RV Reviews in Ketchikan

8 Reviews of 4 Ketchikan Campgrounds


  • Kate K.
    Camper-submitted photo from Signal Creek Campground
    Oct. 31, 2018

    Signal Creek Campground

    Beautiful and convenient

    Each space has a picnic table and fire pit. It's pretty close to the ferry terminal (4 miles?). Outhouse. Close to lots of trails, good fishing, and swimming. Ketchikan is adorable, but considerable fishing and tourism traffic. I would suggest going March-early April. The energy in tourism towns starts building but you get there before the tourists do. Also, there’s just something special about the crisp, spring air.

  • Josiah P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Signal Creek Campground
    Aug. 27, 2018

    Signal Creek Campground

    Beautiful Tongass National Forest

    Beautiful forest & not far from Ward Lake. Conveniently near Ketchikan, 7 miles north of downtown, & just 4 miles north of the State ferry terminal. The campground is on Signal Creek & Ward Lake. Ward Lake used to have amazing fishing before a now defunct dam was placed on the creek. Hopefully it will be removed & the amazing runs of salmon will return!

  • Katie K.
    Camper-submitted photo from Harris River
    Sep. 30, 2016

    Harris River

    Wonderful, bring your fishing pole!

    I loved Harris River, it probably helped that it was a nice sunny day! There were quite a few downed trees that distracted from the natural beauty, but overall we had a wonderful stay. Amenities are brand new which is a plus, and the river is gorgeous. Come here, catch some fish, and go relax :)

  • Angie G.
    Camper-submitted photo from Settlers Cove State Rec Area
    Sep. 1, 2016

    Settlers Cove State Rec Area

    Amazing Views and old growth trees

    Managed to visit for an overnight on a sunny weekend-a miracle! Beautiful views and great secluded camping areas. Great little hikes with beautiful water features (not quite what I would consider waterfalls). Great views of the ocean too and beach combing if your up for exploring. Old growth trees I couldn't stretch my arms around! Not sure I'd wanna be caught our camping here in the rain but in the sun it was amazing!!!

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    Camper-submitted photo from Signal Creek Campground
    Jul. 30, 2016

    Signal Creek Campground

    Beautiful Alaska campground

    Stayed at the Signal Creek Campground, next to Ward Lake. Gorgeous lake, great trail around the lake to walk (Easy for kids to do with you). Dog friendly. Places around the lake to see wildlife and scenery.

    Campground was near the main road, so a bit noisy for Alaska.....but quiet overall.



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