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Nelchina River

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Nelchina River offers dispersed camping near the riverbanks in Alaska. The terrain consists of riverine landscapes with surrounding forested areas. Temperatures can range from lows of 10°F in winter to highs of 70°F in summer, and nearby attractions include Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve.

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Nelchina River is located in Alaska

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61.99026494 N
146.9466309 W

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Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.

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Drive Time

6 hrs 8 min from Fairbanks

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Reviewed Aug. 3, 2025

Great Dispersed Camping!

We were looking for a free/dispersed camping area between Anchorage and Glennallen and this camp on the Little Nelchina did us well! You will go down a rough, windy, gravel road to the river bank where there are spots on the river as well as inland. We opted for riverfront. Bonus: there are vault toilets! Not in the best condition, but I’m not mad about that at all. There’s probably less than 10 camping spots. Also, if you are looking to put a kayak or canoe in, there is a launch site.

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