Tubing down Tolsona Creek, fishing from the bank, or hiking out to a mud volcano are the main draws at this family-run campground tucked into the spruce forest along the Glenn Highway, roughly 15 miles west of Glennallen. Float tubes and kids' life jackets are available to rent on-site, and the creek runs alongside most sites, so the sound of moving water is a near-constant presence. The Mud Lake Road Dispersed Pullouts and Glenn Highway Dispersed State Land near Tolsona offer free alternatives in the area for those who want to explore the corridor.
Sites here are set along Tolsona Creek and spread out enough to feel separate from neighbors. Erika D. describes them as "large, spread out and private," with each one including a fire ring and a picnic table. The campground is family-oriented in a hands-on way: hosts organize themed weekends and activities, frisbees and other gear are available on request, and a small store near check-in stocks basic supplies, ice cream, and clothing. Free coffee in the morning and free hot showers are perks multiple visitors have noted.
Cleanliness is worth watching. Reviews from 2018 to 2021 consistently praise the bathrooms and grounds, but at least one recent visitor reported a significant drop in upkeep, so conditions may vary by season or staffing. Sites are also described as running smaller and closer together than the older reviews suggest, so expectations around spacing should be calibrated accordingly.
Full hookups, including electric, water, and sewer, are available at most sites, with a 50-foot RV length limit and a dump station on-site. The mud volcano trailhead sits near the campground entrance. The trail runs 2 to 2.5 miles round trip and tends to be swampy, so waterproof boots are worth packing. Jessica J. notes "no noise from generators," which reflects the hookup setup rather than a quiet hour policy.
The campground operates from late May through early September, with reservations available. Ranch House Lodge sits less than a mile away for those who want a nearby alternative with similar amenities. Tolsona works well as more than a single overnight stop, especially for families or anyone making the run between Valdez and Anchorage who wants a base with activities built in.
Description
Quiet. Peaceful. Private. Get off the highway and avoid the parking lots cleverly disguised as RV parks, campgrounds and resorts. We offer 50 water and electric sites and 30 tent sites, all of which are along the Tolsona Creek. Come fish in our creek or just relax for a few days. Either way, you will not find a better place to camp in Alaska.
Map & DirectionsTolsona Wilderness Campground is located in Alaska near Glennallen
Coordinates
62.10310027 N
145.9668 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 8/7/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 8/7/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Yurts
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly























