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Best Camping near Port Alsworth, AK

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Whether you're an RVer or tent camper, Port Alsworth, AK is a great place to post up for the weekend—or longer. Aside from great camping spots, you'll find hiking and many more outdoor experiences. Thinking of traveling with kids? You're in luck—Port Alsworth is surrounded by family-friendly activities. At The Dyrt, campers like you share their favorite spots, plus tips and photos. No matter where you're headed in Port Alsworth, you'll find the best spot for you and your camping crew.

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Best Camping Sites Near Port Alsworth, AK (4)

    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Kontrashibuna Backcountry camping — Lake Clark National Park & Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Kontrashibuna Backcountry camping — Lake Clark National Park & Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Kontrashibuna Backcountry camping — Lake Clark National Park & Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Kontrashibuna Backcountry camping — Lake Clark National Park & Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Kontrashibuna Backcountry camping — Lake Clark National Park & Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Kontrashibuna Backcountry camping — Lake Clark National Park & Preserve

    1. Lake Kontrashibuna Backcountry camping — Lake Clark National Park & Preserve

    1 Review
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    Port Alsworth, Alaska

    Store food in a bear resistant food container or hang in a tree twelve feet off the ground and four feet away from the tree trunk. It may be difficult to locate trees large enough to properly hang food. Bear resistant food containers are strongly recommended and can be borrowed from the visitor center in Port Alsworth. It is strongly suggested that you put anything with an odor like sunscreen, toothpaste, and fishing gear in the container as well. Cook at least 100 yards away from your camp to avoid an association made by the bear between your camp and your food. Set up camp on a durable surface away from bear trails and river banks. Please follow Leave No Trace ethics and park rules and regulations when choosing campsites, storing food, and building campfires.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Toilets
    • Alcohol
    Camper-submitted photo from Priest Rock Cabin — Lake Clark National Park & Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Priest Rock Cabin — Lake Clark National Park & Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Priest Rock Cabin — Lake Clark National Park & Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Priest Rock Cabin — Lake Clark National Park & Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Priest Rock Cabin — Lake Clark National Park & Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Priest Rock Cabin — Lake Clark National Park & Preserve

    2. Priest Rock Cabin — Lake Clark National Park & Preserve

    1 Review
    •12 Photos
    Port Alsworth, Alaska

    Overview

    Take yourself back in time with a stay in the Priest Rock Cabin on Lake Clark. Split some wood and head inside to light a blaze in the wood stove, under the light of the moon as it shimmers on the lake. Enjoy the warmth as your gear dries out from a day on the water.

    Recreation

    The cabin is an ideal location for kayaking, boating, fishing and wildlife viewing. Please refer to Alaska Department of Fish and Game for fishing regulations and license requirements.

    Facilities

    The cabin is an ideal location for kayaking, boating, fishing and wildlife viewing. Please refer to Alaska Department of Fish and Game for fishing regulations and license requirements.

    Natural Features

    The Priest Rock Cabin sits on the north shore of Lake Clark, approximately eight miles (13 km) north of Port Alsworth. The cabin is perched above a small creek that runs into the lake. It commands a sublime view of the upper reaches of Lake Clark backed by mountains soaring to 6,000 feet (1829 m).

    Nearby Attractions

    This is a remote backcountry cabin with the closest amenities available in Port Alsworth. There are no maintained trails surrounding the cabin.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Cabins

    $65 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Joe Thompson Cabin — Lake Clark National Park & Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Joe Thompson Cabin — Lake Clark National Park & Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Joe Thompson Cabin — Lake Clark National Park & Preserve

    3. Joe Thompson Cabin — Lake Clark National Park & Preserve

    1 Review
    •3 Photos•
    4 Saves
    Port Alsworth, Alaska
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Cabins

    $45 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Tulchina Adventures
    Camper-submitted photo from Tulchina Adventures
    Camper-submitted photo from Tulchina Adventures
    Camper-submitted photo from Tulchina Adventures
    Camper-submitted photo from Tulchina Adventures
    Camper-submitted photo from Tulchina Adventures

    4. Tulchina Adventures

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    Port Alsworth, Alaska

    Port Alsworth Campground Located in 40 acres of old growth forest on the outskirts of Port Alsworth our campground provides an affordable option for those wishing to visit Lake Clark National Park. Each hut has a solid wood floor, clear greenhouse roofing, mosquito screen, 2 chairs with a table, and a fire pit. Huts 1 and 2 share a common fire pit and are ideal for larger groups. Hut 3 has its own fire pit and is ideal for couples or families. Port Alsworth Cabin Rental Our Tanalian River cabin is the best place to stay in Port Alsworth. Located approximately 1/2 a mile from town on the shores of Lake Clark this cabin provides expansive views of Lake Clark. A screened in porch and large windows means you can enjoy the views in any weather. Remote Campsites Our remote campsites on Lake Clark are accessible by our water taxi or kayak rentals. These sites are ideal for anyone wishing to enjoy Lake Clark National Park without sharing its beauty with other visitors. These campsites are basic with a tent site, pit toilet and fire ring. Let Tulchina Adventures gear your Lake Clark National Park experience. Port Alsworth, Alaska is located on Lake Clark and is the hub of Lake Clark National Park. This pristine 45 mile long lake is the gateway to your Alaskan wilderness vacation. Whether you want to base camp in Port Alsworth, go on a multi-day kayak trek, or just need water transportation services; we have the gear and the knowledge that you need. LET US HELP YOU PLAN YOUR ADVENTURE! START YOUR JOURNEY Tulchina Adventures offers affordable relaxing accommodations and a variety of water transportation services for your unique journey in Lake Clark National Park. Tulchina Adventures provides the expertise and local knowledge you need to plan and create your custom remote Alaskan wilderness adventure. Our focus is on providing quality service, a personal experience, and creating a sense of solitude for every visitor. At Tulchina Adventures we know Lake Clark National Park. Our family has been here for generations. Tulchina (pronounced Tul-chee-na) is the Athabaskan clan of the water. This is our history, our knowledge and our passion.

    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Cabins
    • Dispersed

    $30 - $250 / night

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Lake Kontrashibuna Backcountry camping — Lake Clark National Park & Preserve

Lake Kontrashibuna Backcountry camping — Lake Clark National Park & Preserve

1 Review
7 Photos
11 Saves
Port Alsworth, Alaska

Store food in a bear resistant food container or hang in a tree twelve feet off the ground and four feet away from the tree trunk. It may be difficult to locate trees large enough to properly hang food. Bear resistant food containers are strongly recommended and can be borrowed from the visitor center in Port Alsworth. It is strongly suggested that you put anything with an odor like sunscreen, toothpaste, and fishing gear in the container as well. Cook at least 100 yards away from your camp to avoid an association made by the bear between your camp and your food. Set up camp on a durable surface away from bear trails and river banks. Please follow Leave No Trace ethics and park rules and regulations when choosing campsites, storing food, and building campfires.

  • Pets
  • Fires
  • Tents
  • Group
Priest Rock Cabin — Lake Clark National Park & Preserve

Priest Rock Cabin — Lake Clark National Park & Preserve

1 Review
12 Photos
Port Alsworth, Alaska

Overview

Take yourself back in time with a stay in the Priest Rock Cabin on Lake Clark. Split some wood and head inside to light a blaze in the wood stove, under the light of the moon as it shimmers on the lake. Enjoy the warmth as your gear dries out from a day on the water.

Recreation

The cabin is an ideal location for kayaking, boating, fishing and wildlife viewing. Please refer to Alaska Department of Fish and Game for fishing regulations and license requirements.

Facilities

The cabin is an ideal location for kayaking, boating, fishing and wildlife viewing. Please refer to Alaska Department of Fish and Game for fishing regulations and license requirements.

Natural Features

The Priest Rock Cabin sits on the north shore of Lake Clark, approximately eight miles (13 km) north of Port Alsworth. The cabin is perched above a small creek that runs into the lake. It commands a sublime view of the upper reaches of Lake Clark backed by mountains soaring to 6,000 feet (1829 m).

Nearby Attractions

This is a remote backcountry cabin with the closest amenities available in Port Alsworth. There are no maintained trails surrounding the cabin.

  • Pets
  • Fires
  • Reservable
  • Cabins

$65 / night

Joe Thompson Cabin — Lake Clark National Park & Preserve

Joe Thompson Cabin — Lake Clark National Park & Preserve

1 Review
3 Photos
4 Saves
Port Alsworth, Alaska
  • Pets
  • Fires
  • Reservable
  • Tents

$45 / night

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Recent Reviews in Port Alsworth

4 Reviews of 4 Port Alsworth Campgrounds

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    Camper-submitted photo from Joe Thompson Cabin — Lake Clark National Park & Preserve
    Dec. 5, 2019

    Joe Thompson Cabin — Lake Clark National Park & Preserve

    So much fun

    Joe Thompson's cabin is a rustic historical cabin much like Proenneke's One Man's Wilderness cabin at Twin Lakes. It is a small log cabin with minimal windows for light so be sure and bring a lantern. The location is stunning with views of western Lake Clark. Directly behind the cabin is Portage Creek trail which takes you above tree line in less than 2 hours. This historical route was climbed daily by Joe Thompson as he mined for gold near the summit. Thompsons cabin is located on the lakeshore and a series of nearby islands provides fun exploring by kayak. This cabin can be combined with Priest Rock public cabin for a kayak tour of Lake Clark. Water taxi and kayak rentals are available from www.tulchinaadventures.com

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    Camper-submitted photo from Priest Rock Cabin — Lake Clark National Park & Preserve
    Dec. 4, 2019

    Priest Rock Cabin — Lake Clark National Park & Preserve

    Perfect Getaway

    This spacious warm cabin has amazing views! The cabin is furnished with bunk beds and NRS sleeping mats. All beds are located in one room, but there is plenty of good tent space near the cabin if anyone felt they needed more space. Fishing is good at the cabin or at nearby Kijik River. Hiking is limited here but there is plenty to explore with kayaks. Tulchina Adventures www.tulchinaadventures.com provides water taxi services, kayak rentals and camping gear rentals in Port Alsworth.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Kontrashibuna Backcountry camping — Lake Clark National Park & Preserve
    Jul. 27, 2017

    Lake Kontrashibuna Backcountry camping — Lake Clark National Park & Preserve

    Beautiful, serene lake close to Port Alsworth

    Pure solitude: there is no other way to describe our time here.

    We encountered maybe a handful of other hikers in three days around the Port Alsworth area of Lake Clark National Park. And it was amazing!

    Because we didn’t want to take the one-day fly-in bear viewing trip here, we coordinated a series of regularly-scheduled bush plane flights with Lake & Pen Air to get the cheapest flights to and from Port Alsworth.

    After landing, we hiked with our gear out to Lake Kontrashibuna, past Tanalian Falls, and to Lake Kontrashibuna. There are no designated sites, but some areas that were clearly used for that purpose. Ours was nestled along the lake, with great views and perfect hammock trees for napping.

    Our full day at the park was spent climbing Tanalian Mountain. A few miles and 3,800 feet up the trail, you’ll receive sweeping views of both Lake Clark and Lake Kontrashibuna. And, very likely, no people.

    You can read much more about our two days in the park on our blog: Switchback Kids (Lake Clark)

Guide to Port Alsworth

Camping near Port Alsworth, Alaska, offers a unique experience surrounded by stunning landscapes and outdoor adventures. Whether you're looking to fish, hike, or simply relax in nature, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Fishing: Many campers enjoy fishing in the nearby rivers and lakes. One camper at the Anchor River State Recreation Area shared, "Caught my First King Salmon on my Fly Rod," highlighting the area's great fishing opportunities.
  • Hiking: Explore the trails around the campgrounds. A visitor at the Stariski State Rec Area noted, "The cliffs provide fantastic views and great hiking spots."
  • Wildlife Tours: Take a bear tour from nearby Homer. A reviewer at the Homer Spit Campground mentioned, "We did a bear tour out of this town and could walk to the boat that was taking us."

What campers like:

  • Scenic Views: Campers rave about the breathtaking views. One camper at Whiskey Point Cabins & RV Park said, "There is an amazing ocean and volcano view off a common ground area."
  • Quiet Atmosphere: Many appreciate the peacefulness of the campgrounds. A visitor at the Stariski State Rec Area remarked, "We were the only ones at this campground! It was perfect for two adults in a Campervan that like privacy."
  • Proximity to Amenities: Campers enjoy being close to local shops and restaurants. A reviewer at the Fishing Hole Campground mentioned, "It’s easy to walk to everything."

What you should know:

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds lack certain facilities. A camper at the Anchor River State Recreation Area noted, "Does not have electric, water or sewer but if you can be self-contained for a couple of days, it’s great."
  • Weather Considerations: Be prepared for changing weather conditions. A visitor at the Clam Gulch State Rec Area advised, "Bring warm weather gear, wind can pick up quickly here."
  • Crowded During Peak Season: Some campgrounds can get busy in the summer. A reviewer at the Homer Spit Campground mentioned, "We were packed in next to our neighbors, but the location was awesome."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for spots with amenities for kids. A camper at the Heritage RV Park said, "The place has a great common area/coffee place/gift shop, and overall a great atmosphere."
  • Plan Activities: Make sure to have activities for the kids. A visitor at the Mariner Park noted, "There are so many things to find at the city campground."
  • Safety First: Keep an eye on younger children near cliffs or water. A camper at the Stariski State Rec Area warned, "Would not be great for young children as the cliffs could be dangerous."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at the Ocean Shores RV Park mentioned, "The spots are a bit narrow, but most spots have full hookups."
  • Book in Advance: Many RV parks fill up quickly. A camper at the Baycrest RV Park advised, "Make reservations because this place fills up."
  • Utilize Dump Stations: Make sure to use dump stations when available. A visitor at the Fishing Hole Campground noted, "There is a dump station on site that used to be free now it’s on the honor system to pay using the machine."

Camping near Port Alsworth, Alaska, is a fantastic way to enjoy the great outdoors. With beautiful scenery, fun activities, and a variety of campgrounds, there's something for everyone.

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