8 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Stoney Creek RV Park, located near Seward, offers 81 full-hookup RV sites with water, sewer, and electric connections for seasonal camping from May 15 to mid-September. The park provides cable TV hookups and maintains a 4.3/5 rating, though sites are positioned relatively close together. "Sites are close together and unfortunately the bathroom/shower facilities need improvement. Bathroom stalls have saloon type doors that are too small to provide privacy," notes one camper. Black Spruce RV Park in Anchorage accommodates larger rigs with 50/30/20-amp electric service and operates year-round, though water hookups are seasonal. Golden Nugget RV Park in Anchorage features over 200 sites with full hookups on wide gravel and grass pads, remaining open throughout the year with picnic tables at each site.
Within 60 miles of Whittier, most RV parks require reservations during peak summer months when tourism increases significantly. A review mentioned that "if the gate is open, the campground is open per the Forest service website. In the off season there is no services and no fees." Bear Creek RV Park near Seward charges $30-45 for various hookup options and offers weekly and monthly rates for extended stays. Dump stations are available at several locations including Stoney Creek and Bear Creek. Cell service varies significantly throughout the region—Golden Nugget provides Wi-Fi, though some guests report connection difficulties depending on their distance from the office. Most parks accommodate pets, but wildlife encounters, particularly bears, remain a concern throughout the area, necessitating proper food storage.
"The sites were split on two sides of a wide road with a large turnaround area, so backing into Site 35 with FHUs (30 AMP) was easy."
"Along the Kenai River a great place for RVer's that are needing a fishing fix. The main lodge is just a short walk away too."
"Friendly staff. Some sites on the creek. Most full hookups. Most hate fire rings. Mix of pull through and back in. Amazing Mountain View’s. Nice small laundry. Clean showers"
"Nice campground with mountain views. Good laundry facilities and bathrooms with showers."
"Pretty loud campground with the trains and there was people fighting nearby (couldn’t hear it in the RV only when we tent camped). After the 2nd night the trains didn’t bug me anymore."
from $59 - $79 / night
"Wide gravel and grass site with wooden picnic table, no firepit. Several RV tour companies use this park. There are more than 200 sites in this park. Showers were clean and free."
"Side A is more truck campers, smaller campers and long term stays. Good on site laundry. Web sites shows scheduled entertainment that does not exist."
Available next weekend
from $75 / night
"This may have the nicest wood panels ever stuck to a plastic port a potty. The bugs are pretty heavy right next to the river but deep in the woods are are very few. Great place for exploring."
"No amenities. What you pack in you pack out. 6 tent camping spots before the gate, back country camping after the gate."
TravelerCame on Aug 14. It’s mostly an RV site. There are basic pit toilets and dumpster. No water at the site but there is water and showers at the harbor from what we heard. Pay through the app Lots of flies
GuideThis was a great find on our way to Whittier. We had an amazing view of the glacier. Campground was clean and quiet. Hiking trails are through the park too.
ScoutEasy payment system right at the entrance which takes card. No issue finding a site and there was overflow camping on the way out. Toilets were clean. Definitely go check out the river!
ScoutThere's probably around 30 sites here they are not numbered they are somewhat private separated by trees and brush and some of them are right next to the river there is no tables fire rings are made of rocks not very well maintained some not to level
GuideClose to road so easy access. Water pump. Vault toilets. On lake summit
GuideOnly accepts cash. Must be bear aware. Bears every time we’ve been there. Would not recommend soft side campers or tents. Use available bear proof food safes.
GuideEnjoyed our stay here. Sites are all pull through turnouts and 40 have full hookups including sewer. Another 5 in the back have water and electric and also several tent sites. Sites are fairly level and you face the woods which is an enjoyable view. Each site has a picnic table and grill. Some sites bigger, some smaller and all fairly close together, sharing the sides of the gravel road.
Mosquitoes were out and about but also saw a lot of small wildlife and birds. And even small black bear ran across the road the day we pulled in.
Highly recommend if you’re able to get on base and need a stopover with full hookups. n
RangerNice USFS campground with mountain and glacier views with a creek and trail system. Sites size varies but many sites will hold larger rigs. Good spacing. Roads and pads are paved.
GuideStayed here to see the town. . The tunnel Was pretty fascinating. The campground was fine. We stayed in May so hardly any people here cold and drizzly.
Whittier, Alaska sits in a unique location with limited road access, requiring travelers to pass through the 2.5-mile Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel. The area receives about 197 inches of annual rainfall, creating lush surroundings but challenging camping conditions. RV campgrounds near Whittier provide strategic bases for exploring Prince William Sound and the surrounding Chugach National Forest.
Glacier viewing: Access Byron Glacier via a one-mile trail from a trailhead near Williwaw Campground. "We also did a family ride to the Byron Glacier trailhead and hiked 1 mile to see the glacier up close and personal," shares Dylan H.
Salmon watching: Visit the Williwaw Salmon Viewing Area during late summer when salmon run upstream. "The first loop on the right featured walking access to the Williwaw Salmon Viewing Area (salmon are running later in the summer)," notes Audry P.
Wildlife encounters: Visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center just 10 minutes from Portage Valley. "If you have kids and even if you don't then the Wildlife Conservation Center of Alaska is great way to get close to the biggest animals Alaska has to offer," recommends Tanya B.
Tunnel experience: Take the tunnel to Whittier for day trips and coastal access. "Take the tunnel to Whittier for a cool experience and quick snack!" suggests Angie G.
Paved camping loops: The accessibility at Coeur D'Alene Campground provides convenience without sacrificing wilderness. "Nice little campground with small amt of campsites, not really suitable for large groups or RVs so it's nice and quiet. It's walk in, but not far from the car," notes Stacey C.
Bear-proof storage options: Many campsites include safety features for food storage. "Walk in campsites are very close and have bear proof food storage," mentions Tanya B. about Coeur D'Alene.
Mountain views: RV sites at Stoney Creek RV Park offer scenic vistas. "Grounds clean and well kept. Has a creek that runs along the edge of the grounds and a awesome view of the mountains," reports Heath M.
Clean facilities: Many Whittier area camping facilities maintain good standards. "Nice campground with mountain views. Good laundry facilities and bathrooms with showers," Ellen E. shares about Stoney Creek RV Park.
Weather challenges: Be prepared for wind and rain near Williwaw Campground. "Be prepared for WIND. I mean big wind. Bring extra stakes if you are tent camping. Be prepared for rain, lots of rain," warns Tanya B.
Wildlife awareness: Bear encounters are common in the area. "Be prepared for wildlife encounters. I cannot tell you how many times I have seen black bear along this road," Tanya B. cautions.
Insects vary by season: Bug intensity depends on weather conditions. "Bug Factor (1 minimal to 10 too many to enjoy): 5 if it gets sunny the bugs come out," notes one reviewer about Williwaw.
Limited cell service: Connectivity is unreliable throughout the region. "Cell service in Alaska is hit or miss but AT&T was pretty much useless and Verizon was not much better," reports Angie G.
Biking opportunities: [Kenai Princess Wilderness Lodge & RV Park](https://thedyrt.
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