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A quiet, relaxing stop between Fairbanks and Denali State Park. A great place to stay and get the laundry done, catch up online, bike around the village, and still have less than a hour access to the major attractions of Fairbanks and Denali Park. In Athabaskan, Nenana means “a great place to camp between two rivers”. We agree!
$15 - $42 / night
$20 - $25 / night
Self contained recreational vehicles are welcome at Pioneer Park in the designated parking areas at a cost of $12.00 per night. Camping is dry camping only as there are no hookups (sewer, electric etc.) available.
These are not RV spots - but a parking lot with designated spaces that allows parking/overnight for a small fee.
$12 / night
ScoutThis RV park is amazing I always enjoy this. solara
TravelerThe RV spots are perfect for 1 or 2 night stays, the store has the vast majority of your necessities to say the very least. spotify x official
Guide
We liked how the campground was not right next to the main highway going through Healy and Denali. It is about 3 to 4 miles off the main road. We stayed in camp spot number nine, which was a huge spot and perfect for our 32ft camper truck and three dogs. It was unfortunately $60 per night when we stayed the weekend of July 20, 2024. Most campgrounds I’ve ever been to are between five and $20 per night. The other down side is that it is right next to the GVEA power plant so you hear a bit of noise early in the morning from the loaders back up alarms and the plant just operating. The host was absolutely incredible and one of the most friendly host we’ve ever had. The campground when he first pulled into it and passed the office is a little sketchy because it looks like a somewhat rundown place but as you get farther back, the camp spots are nice and big power and water. The dump station unfortunately was on the wrong side when I left and I didn’t have a long enough hose so I had to go out circle and come back in just to dump my tank and luckily no one was in a camping spot so I was able to turn back around and leave. Spot number nine is at the very end on the right and thankfully no one was parked across the drive from us because I needed that whole spot just to back in my camper so if you don’t know how to drive your rig I recommend not going here. I don’t want to discourage anyone from going here with the large price noise from the power plant and somewhat sketchy looking buildings on the property when you first arrive because it was a great stay and mostly quiet because it was so far away from the main road, and the host also made it worthwhile.
Legend
Great location. Level. Water available. Stopped to restock after Denali visit. Pioneer Park also has some food vendors - had me done tacos
Next to fairly busy road - quietens down overnight, but not completely
5 day limit
Traveler
We stayed here in a 40' 5th wheel. We parked in the west row along the trees. This was a good spot, but the sun goes behing the trees about 5 in summer, if you are looking for solar charging. We noted that the parking rules are pretty loose as to where you stay. If the RV spots are full, we saw several just pick a spot in the regular lot. If you keep a clean area you may be able to stay more than 5 days, we did. The water spigot is on the south side of lot near the turn in. The trash cans can get full quick. The pay stand is on the north side of lot near the first entrance to Pioneer Park, by the small shack. No out of state checks. You can also pay in the office inside the park during business hours.
It can be noisy at times because of the close intersection. Some generators are LOUD and one guy ran his about 12 hours a day. I would think an extra battery would be cheaper than all that fuel.
It is a very busy place with the park and Alaska Bake activity. Lots of cars and the lot gets pretty full with that sometimes.
Free dump and water fill at the Sourdough gas station located at Van Horn and Lathrop streets just a few miles south, with easy rig access.
We would stay again if we ever go back to Fairbanks.
TravelerGreat place to camp. Sites are big. Has water and electric hook ups. A dump station. Has washer and dryer. Has showers for a price. Would easily come back.
Scout
Nice and quite , close to shoping.
GuideThis is a great location, right in Fairbanks by the fairgrounds. Don’t book site 28 or 27 as you will end up camping in a parking lot. Also, the bathrooms are closed for the season so to take a shower, we had to walk through a dog show in the fairgrounds to get ourselves clean. Laundry is good!
LegendI was concerned when I first looked at reviews when I booked this campground. It seemed to be split 50/50. Some would stay here again and some wouldnt. The KOA resort people probably wouldn't. I feel like you get what you pay for here. It was super convenient to stores/restaurants in Fairbanks.
The fairgrounds is right next door so I can see that when events take place it could be loud and bring in all sorts of people (could lead to people drinking and stealing). I saw some people mention airport noise with planes flying over, but I didn't notice the noise at all.
It's a small campground so close to your neighbors but it's in a big town. You are still in the woods. They had firewood available to purchase, a dump station, electric hookups, laundry (cheap - $2 each machine) and showers/bathrooms aren't beautiful but the showers clean and I got a nice lot shower and I hadn't had a good shower in a while! Quick RV wash offs aren't the same as a nice long hot shower. I would stay here again, oh and spot was level :).
Scout
4th of July parade / town party was awesome
ScoutParked a 37 foot trailer in a 30 spot next to the office. Not a quiet campground but it isn’t bad. This was 50 amp spot for $45/night. Restroom/showers not modern but adequate.
ScoutCampsite was clean and easily accessible. My kids enjoyed the park across the road and had mini golf and a Rhoades car available for use. Showers and bathroom and laundry nice and close. We were camping in a tent and although it was sunny the trees in the yard gave the perfect amount of shade.
Legend
Nice spots by the river. The Chena grill is on site which is great! The site was quiet and had picnic tables.
LegendIt’s nice of you need a place to stay. Just a parking lot nothing fancy. We got to play with some puppies people were selling which was nice.
RangerElectric at site, water and dump stations. Bathrooms & laundry and for 1/2 the price of everywhere around. But bring bug dope!
Ranger
We stopped by before the season started but would go back in a heart beat. Small playground. Rustic campsites and RV sites. Bathrooms and showers. Hosts shooting weekends and bluegrass festival
LegendVisited in March 2022.
Pioneer park is really just a parking lot. No bathrooms, electricity, or reservations.
They keep it plowed in the winter so we stopped here for a night. There’s a McDonald’s literally a block away you can use for restrooms and morning coffee/breakfast:)
ScoutThis is a small campground in town. The hosts are out standing and the shower house was very clean with a new shower mat provided for each shower. We did our laundry and refilled a propane tank while we were her. Nothing fancy just a nice place to stop and visit. The town is small but has a museum with a fun caretaker and is worth a stop. Overall I recommend this campground and given the opportunity I will stop here again.
GuideThe camping is just a parking lot. It’s 12 bucks a night, which in Alaska in the summer in a city is cheap. The park is like an old time amusement park without rides. It is really cool though. There is a Salmon Bake restaurant that seems very popular. We stopped in for an adult refreshment and they are very dog friendly.
TravelerThis is a tight campground, but it does have the river, cabins and a restaurant close by. The campground offers wifi.
LegendThis very Alaskan campground has lots of options. You can camp at the river bed or in some sites with hookups. When we went there in mid September it was deserted. There is a gun range. This campground is on a large parcel of land so what the backroads they get bumpy. RVs should stick to the main roads.
LegendThis RV park sits right on the banks of the Chena River. They are open June 15 through October 15. The river spots are a little extra a night but well worth it. 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. Super hook ups are $64.95, Full $59.95, Basic $54.95, Tent sites $34.95 all offer showers, subject to change as this new world we live in evolves. It is always worth it to reserve your site online before you get there. Cell Service: yes Internet: yes 2020 Cost: $64.95-$34.95 Distance from Anchorage: 365 miles Best sites: Along the River Bug Factor (1 minimal to 10 too many to enjoy): 5
RangerGet place to stop for a few nights then go and hit the water for a day or two.
RangerThis is a great lil park nice place to stop for lunch and stretch out those legs
RangerThe RV spots are great for 1 or 2 night stays, the store has most of your needs and then some.
RangerThe RV spots are well maintained and groomed, this spot was amazing and great something to add was the staff and how great they are
RangerAwesome little location
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