Best Equestrian Camping in Alaska

Recent Equestrian Reviews in Alaska

70 Reviews of 8 Alaska Campgrounds

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  Siegfried M.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 25, 2024

  Mariner Park

  The View

  Awesome Spot on Homer Spit, Camp Right on the Beach with Awesome Views, was not to Crowded in July. Went Halibut From there and had 7 Humpback Whales surrounding our Boat….. What an Adventure

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  Corinna C.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 5, 2024

  Tanana Valley Campground

  Camping in tanana

  Nice and quite , close to shoping.

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  Erica C.

  Guide

  

  May. 29, 2024

  Tanana Valley Campground

  Camp in Fairbanks

  This is a great location, right in Fairbanks by the fairgrounds. Don’t book site 28 or 27 as you will end up camping in a parking lot. Also, the bathrooms are closed for the season so to take a shower, we had to walk through a dog show in the fairgrounds to get ourselves clean. Laundry is good!

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  MacKensie C.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 26, 2023

  Mariner Park

  Beautiful view of the bay.

  We are in the shoulder season and most camps on the spit are closed. This one has beautiful views of the bay and there weren’t many people here the night we stayed. We rv camped. Some people brought their horses to the day use side and were riding at sunset.

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  Kristi D.

  Legend

  

  Sep. 3, 2023

  Chena Hot Springs Resort

  Awesome spot

  Awesome to be able to camp at the resort with easy access to the Hot Springs. Dry camping no amenities except a outdoor bathroom. River behind the spots though, spots close together and close to camping. Level spots but wet from rain. Puddles etc....no internet. You got 10 free minutes by the lodge but then you are prompter to start paying. Did get to see the Northern lights so that was a bonus. Missed the ice museum as it said closed for maintenance on the website and when we got there is appeared you could get in by tours. It was too late by that time.

  Hot springs are nice but it was chaos! Line to get in and the locker rooms are a nightmare. The springs had a lot of people in them but it wasn't terrible and you could still relax.

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  Kristi D.

  Legend

  

  Sep. 2, 2023

  Tanana Valley Campground

  Convenient campground

  I was concerned when I first looked at reviews when I booked this campground. It seemed to be split 50/50. Some would stay here again and some wouldnt. The KOA resort people probably wouldn't. I feel like you get what you pay for here. It was super convenient to stores/restaurants in Fairbanks.

  The fairgrounds is right next door so I can see that when events take place it could be loud and bring in all sorts of people (could lead to people drinking and stealing). I saw some people mention airport noise with planes flying over, but I didn't notice the noise at all.

  It's a small campground so close to your neighbors but it's in a big town. You are still in the woods. They had firewood available to purchase, a dump station, electric hookups, laundry (cheap - $2 each machine) and showers/bathrooms aren't beautiful but the showers clean and I got a nice lot shower and I hadn't had a good shower in a while! Quick RV wash offs aren't the same as a nice long hot shower. I would stay here again, oh and spot was level :).

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  Talalelei S.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 22, 2023

  Tustamena Lake Campground

  Nice view…

  Master of camping

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  Aaron B.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 2, 2023

  Tanana Valley Campground

  Eclectic campground.

  Parked a 37 foot trailer in a 30 spot next to the office. Not a quiet campground but it isn’t bad. This was 50 amp spot for $45/night. Restroom/showers not modern but adequate.

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  Shari G.

  Legend

  

  Apr. 10, 2023

  Eklutna - Chugach State Park

  Peaceful Retreat Near Anchorage

  This place is a secret wonder, just off the Glenn highway north of Anchorage. The autumn color was spectacular here!  It was raining and cold in early September, but simply gorgeous.

  The first-come, first served sites are on the smaller side and very wooded; with lots of space in between sites, but not a lot of open canopy. This was a bit of challenge for our rooftop solar, but we used portable solar suitcase on an extension cord to capture some sunlight. 

  The bathrooms are simple, but clean, vault toilets.  Water is available at spigots located throughout the campground loop. The lake offers lots of stunning recreation opportunities for flat water paddling and fishing -- careful, the lake can kick up some pretty mean chop during windy afternoons. 

  Hiking on the Twin Peak trailhead is just around the corner, and cycling along the main road could be a great way to get some hill climbing exercise, as it’s a steep road up to the lake from the Glenn.  If you are visiting the Musk Ox Farm in Palmer, this is a great close by campground (about 30 miles away).

  We loved that this campground had the feeling of a remote, wilderness campground but all within an hour’s drive of Anchorage. There is one local tourist ice cream shop just a few miles back down the road, which offers food, showers, and laundry. It is only open during the summer months. Further afield the suburban area around the interchange between the Glenn and Parks Highways has all of the services campers need about 30 minutes to the north of the campground.

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  Samantha F.

  Guide

  

  Dec. 26, 2022

  Chena Hot Springs Resort

  Rustic Cabin Winter Getaway

  We came here a month ago in November for a last minute winter getaway. We rented the Forget-me-Not cabin. It’s a dry cabin with an outhouse, but it does have electricity and a DVD player. Just make sure you bring your own DVDs if you plan to use it.

  The cabin itself was very rustic and outdated, but a great size for two couples. The provided toaster caught on fire as soon as we turned it on. We told the front desk and they didn’t seem surprised.

  Obviously the Hot Springs was the main attraction. It was AMAZING! Definitely a must see. Their restaurant was really good too. No cell service, but WIFI in the main lodge.

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  Shari G.

  Legend

  

  Oct. 12, 2022

  Chena Hot Springs Resort

  Forest Camping + Hot Springs = Heaven!

  Chena Hot Springs offers a full resort experience with hotel rooms, cabins, restaurants, and a host of activities including soaking in the infamous hot pools. It also offers camping with and without electrical hook-ups in either creek side privacy or open lot RV parking. It is a world-famous destination with shuttle buses to and from Fairbanks daily. You will meet people from all over the world. 

  Camping and soaking are charged separately, as are any extra experiences like the Ice Museum (glad I did it, not sure I would again).  Vault toilets, rubbish and recycling bins, and potable water are all available in the campsite, flush toilets and showers are a part of the pool/hot springs facility. Hiking, biking, boating and fishing are all available close by in addition to the experiences offered by the resort. 

  The nearest services for groceries are about 45 miles back down the road toward Fairbanks, or North Pole, AK. We camped in the primitive area, which was lovely, forested and right along the creek, but the opportunity for solar power collection was limited by the trees, so plan ahead.  We parked in the main lot for awhile to recharge, then took our rig back into the campground.  Worked well!

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  Abigail

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 16, 2022

  Eklutna - Chugach State Park

  Beautiful views

  Great campground. Wish some of the spots were on the lake though because that’s it’s star player. Amazing hikes of the lake, glacier, and waterfalls that flow into it. Normal stuff here: pit toilets, picnic tables, and fire pits. All spots are paved. It’s $20/night but you can pay with credit card at a kiosk or cash like usual.

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  M P.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 12, 2022

  Chena Hot Springs Resort

  Boondocking with plenty to do

  20 a site, dry. There are a few sites that have trees surrounding the sites, offering a bit of privacy. A few sites are open and face the resort and road. Potable water and dump station on grounds. 15 per adult (over 18, per day) to get into the hot springs. Pool and hot tub also available. Hiking trails, fishing in the Beaver Lake, and a tour of the ice castle. Restaurant/bar has great food and all of the workers were congenial. We enjoyed our time and will stay again!

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  Michael V.

  Ranger

  

  Aug. 11, 2022

  Tustamena Lake Campground

  This was a hot spot for locals for awhile

  Camped here many times, buts it’s been 15 years plus.

  Not much to the site, but your right on the river. Does have a boat launch, so you can get to the lake via river. Nice sized lake. Good fishing.

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  Riley N.

  Legend

  

  Jul. 17, 2022

  Chena Hot Springs Resort

  Such a cool experience

  Defined try the ice museum tour it was so cool! The appletinis are great too. The hot springs were so hot we definitely recommend visiting in cooler weather to really enjoy them

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  Erik J.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 17, 2022

  Eklutna - Chugach State Park

  Gorgeous lake and fully disconnected

  Plenty of camp sites available and a short walk to the lake. Water and trash service available but no dump station. Grab your overnight ticket using your license plate number (not space number) and pick out your favorite spot from 50 different sites. Lake allows electric motors only and it's pretty shallow from shore, so I think the best fishing will be by kayak or dinghy.

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  Bradee A.

  Ranger

  

  Jun. 14, 2022

  Tanana Valley Campground

  Cheap and nice

  Electric at site, water and dump stations. Bathrooms & laundry and for 1/2 the price of everywhere around. But bring bug dope!

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  Shasta F.

  Traveler

  

  May. 30, 2022

  Eklutna - Chugach State Park

  Not far from civilization

  Trails were beautiful, lake view beautiful, lots of animals to see. The bugs weren’t to bad. Nice little place before the campground if you would like to get cleaned up, wash clothes or just to sit and have a scoop of ice cream on a hot day. Cell service: no Campsites: 50 large enough for bigger campers or RVs Water : yes Bathrooms: yes Trails: yes Atv and horse trails all with beautiful views.

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  Jake S.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 14, 2021

  Mariner Park

  Beachy alaska

  Perfect

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  Jake S.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 14, 2021

  Eklutna - Chugach State Park

  Foresty alaska

  Perfect

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  sarah L.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 21, 2021

  Eklutna - Chugach State Park

  Gorgeous location

  The campsite was very private and 2min walking from the lake

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  Michael H.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 22, 2021

  Tustamena Lake Campground

  Good spot to relax

  We stayed for a few nights from midweek. There are 9 large campsites that can accommodate RVs and small groups. There are fire rings, a vault toilet, and a launch ramp into the river. You can access the lake from the river, but is about a mile upstream. There is not really a trail to reach the lake. Young people seem to come out here to party for the evening and then leave, and leave their trash. We only had this one night. There are no dumpsters or trash cans here and it shows. The road through the campground should be checked before you drive through. Some parts would not be passable for an RV during our visit.

  Moose roam through the campground. Beautiful views of the river, flowers, and tons of different birds.

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  THE A.

  Guide

  

  May. 1, 2021

  Alaska Adventure Cabins

  Had the most magical experience

  When I was in Alaska I loved it so much and the cold goes away once u see the beauty

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  Mark P.

  Scout

  

  Apr. 18, 2021

  Eklutna - Chugach State Park

  Beautiful area

  Kept up nice. Lake and hiking available.

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  Jill T.

  Legend

  

  Nov. 2, 2020

  Chena Hot Springs Resort

  A Winter Wonderland

  We had so much fun at Chena Hot Springs. There is so much to do! Aurora viewing, cozy cabins, hot springs, pool, Ice Museum, dog sledding, dining, and so much more.

  The resort could use a major refresh and there were busloads of tourists when we visited in November, but it is still worth checking out if you can.

  The aurora is spectacular and I would love to go back for a trip in the summer.

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  Tanya B.

  Legend

  

  Oct. 26, 2020

  Mariner Park

  If you find a spot grab it

  With the exception of the view of your neighbors the ocean is beautiful. There are so many things to find at the city campground. Toilets are open seasonally. 34 campsites, day use area, and a gazebo to rent. They are always looking toward improvements. This is a great place to camp and spend the day beach combing or enjoying all the shops and wonders of this little town on the water.

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  Tanya B.

  Legend

  

  Sep. 12, 2020

  Resurrection Pass Trail North

  Backcountry sites and road side

  Follow the road to the North trail head. There are a number of campsites across the bridge, on the side of the road or in the parking lot. The restrooms are a single pit toilet in the parking lot at the trail head. If you are biking or hiking be sure to sign the book. This place gets buggy so bring bug dope.