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Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Slana, AK

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Nabesna Road in Wrangell St. Elias National Park provides multiple pet-friendly camping areas along a 40-mile stretch, with sites allowing tent and RV camping. Pets must remain on leash throughout the park, and owners should bring waste bags as services are limited. The road features several pull-outs with picnic tables and fire rings where pets can stay with their owners. Porcupine Creek State Recreation Site and Hart D Ranch Doubletree RV Park also welcome pets, with Porcupine Creek offering a more primitive camping experience along a creek. The camping areas provide varying levels of facilities, with most offering basic amenities like toilets and trash collection. Heavy foliage at Porcupine Creek provides substantial privacy between sites while allowing pets to enjoy the natural setting.

Eagle Trail State Recreation Site, located about 20 minutes from Tok, offers excellent pet-friendly camping with spacious sites next to a creek where dogs can cool off during summer months. The area includes numerous trails suitable for dog walking, though pets must remain leashed to protect wildlife. Visitors should prepare for mosquitoes when camping with pets during summer months. The recreation site's creek provides not only water access for pets but also interesting exploration opportunities, with some visitors finding various garnets and interesting rocks while exploring with their dogs. Campers should bring adequate fresh water for pets, as drinking water may not be available at all sites, and prepare for Alaska's variable weather conditions when camping with animals.

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Slana, AK

11 Reviews of 4 Slana Campgrounds

  • M
    Jun. 19, 2020

    Porcupine Creek State Recreation Site

    Very odd experience

    Although the state currently lists the campground as open, visiting there in mid-June I found that it looked essentially abandoned.  There was no fee collection, the toilets were locked, and the fire ring in the site I chose apparently had no fires since last year, as it was covered in dried leaves.  Other sites were similar.  Nobody else camped there the night I stayed.  Overall it was a slightly creepy experience.

    That said, it's a lovely location with heavy foliage providing substantial privacy between sites, and several sites are adjacent to the creek (which was running a bit high and fast for decent fishing the night I was there).  The sites were large, with picnic tables and fire rings at each one.  The mosquito situation was about normal for that part of Alaska (bring bug dope).  Water is available, but boil before using.

    Not sure what the heck is going on with its status but I would guess it's pretty nice when it's being maintained.  That said, I'm not sure I'll be back - it's about 40 miles from the Eagle Trail SRS, which is really nice.

  • Shari G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 12, 2022

    Kendesnii Campground — Wrangell-St. Elias National Park

    Beautiful, free, and no one around!

    Distances are vast in the north country, and the drive back into this free campground will take at least an hour from the visitor’s center, but it’s worth it. Set along the banks of a small lake, each of the sites offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains, and enough space between sites to feel like you’re there alone. Vault toilets, well water, and the usual picnic table and fire ring are the only amenities. Wide open sky, but no electricity, so bring your solar powered system! 

    Hiking, biking and paddling opportunities abound in the park, but bring your rubber boots because the ground is soft and many trails go through deep puddles. The road is paved and mostly good until mile 15 and then becomes a dirt road which is regularly maintained by the park service. Go slow as potholes and washboards are common regardless of the surface. 

    The closest full services are in Tok about 45 miles away from the Nabesna Road turnoff, or further south in Glenallen. Groceries are far more expensive in Glenallen than in Tok so if you’re coming that way fill up!

  • M
    Aug. 29, 2018

    Eagle Trail State Rec Area

    Just 20 minutes outside of Tok this is an excellent campsite!

    Very spacious campsite next to a creek. Plenty of area to explore.You can even find various garnets and interesting rocks within the creek.

  • Shari G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 4, 2023

    Nabesna Road Wrangell St. Elias National Park

    Quiet, Free, & Out There!

    There are a couple of different ways to drive into the largest National Park in the US, Nabesna Road in the north, and the Richardson Hwy in the south of the park. Nabesna offers a multitude of FREE and beautiful parking/camping options along the 40 or so miles back to the end of the road. The road is paved and mostly good until mile 15 and then becomes a dirt road which is regularly maintained by the park service. Go slow as potholes and washboards are common regardless of the surface. 

    We camped at mile 19 at the double ended pull-out which has both a vault-toilet and trash/ recycling bins.  At either end of this pull out there is a picnic table and small fire ring, though there’s enough space for many more camping vehicles or tents. There was also a small bit of phone service here at the parking area, as a matter of fact many hunters/ fisher folks staying elsewhere stopped by regularly to check their phones.  But, there are no electrical hook-ups or water spigots anywhere along this road, so come prepared with fresh water (you can fill some containers at the visitors center) and bring your solar panels and you'll have plenty of electricity.

    There are views for days on any clear day to the north and to the south. Hiking trails are easily found within a few miles and riding the road on your bike is also a great option. Driving further into the park is recommended only for high clearance, 4-wheel drive vehicles. It had rained very heavily recently during our time there in July and many of the creeks and washes were crossing the road. While we were able to get through many with our truck, we eventually turned around before reaching the end of the road. 

    The closest full services are in Tok about 45 miles away or further south in Glenallen. Just a word about groceries, they are far more expensive in Glenallen than in Tok so if you’re coming that way, fill up!

  • Joe C.
    Aug. 23, 2020

    Porcupine Creek State Recreation Site

    Porcupine creek

    This place stuck out as beautiful place, felt like this is what you would see on tv shows like alone.. totally recommend the drive

  • Joe C.
    Aug. 23, 2020

    Hart D Ranch Doubletree RV

    Double tree

    So I never knew that double tree dabbled in the RV side of things but then again you never can really tell what’s going on anymore sometimes I keep imagining my pup with me..

Guide to Slana

Discovering pet-friendly camping spots near Slana, Alaska, opens up a world of adventure for you and your furry companions. With stunning landscapes and various amenities, these campgrounds cater to both your needs and those of your pets.

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Pet owners appreciate the amenities

  • The Hart D Ranch Doubletree RV provides electric hookups and sanitary dump facilities, making it convenient for pet owners traveling with RVs.
  • At the Tok Cutoff Rest Area, you’ll find a big rig-friendly space that allows for easy overnight parking, perfect for a quick stop with your pet.
  • The Eagle Trail State Rec Area features picnic tables and trash disposal, ensuring a clean and comfortable environment for you and your pet.

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