Best Glamping in Alaska
Tolsona Wilderness Campground and South Rolly Lake Campground house upscale glamping accommodations across Alaska, blending luxury with wilderness immersion. Tolsona features climate-controlled yurts with plush bedding, electricity, and private decks overlooking the surrounding forest. South Rolly offers safari-style canvas tents with raised platforms, comfortable queen beds with linens, and solar-powered lighting systems. Both locations provide access to hot showers, clean restrooms, and fire pits with complimentary firewood. The campgrounds maintain a boutique camping atmosphere with limited sites to ensure privacy and personalized service. On-site camp stores stock local provisions, specialty foods, and essential glamping supplies. A visitor noted, "Perfect place to camp with beautiful waterfall and green noises—a tiny but beautiful spot."
Hiking trails from Tolsona Wilderness lead directly to pristine fishing spots and wildlife viewing areas where guests frequently spot moose, eagles, and occasionally bears from safe distances. South Rolly's lakefront location enables kayaking, paddleboarding, and fishing with rental equipment available on-site. Winter glamping includes heated accommodations with special aurora viewing platforms and guided snowshoe excursions. According to a camper, "The spots are secluded from others, with fire pit and picnic table, plus easy to find with good views." Wellness options include outdoor yoga sessions and massage services by appointment. Most glamping sites operate from May through September, though select winterized accommodations remain available year-round. Reservations typically open three months in advance, with premium waterfront units booking quickly during summer months.
