Chugach National Forest RV Parks & Campgrounds
Camping is a great way to experience the Chugach National Forest, and you’ll find several RV parks and campgrounds to choose from. These well-maintained locations will provide you with an “in the woods” experience and privacy from other campers.
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Chugach National Forest
Biking, fish viewing, a natural history center and a flat hike to a glacier are within easy reach of this quiet, intimate campground in Portage Valley at the head of Turnagain Arm in the Chugach National Forest. The 12 sites in the graveled, wooded Black Bear are yards from the Trail of Blue Ice — a non-motorized multi-use trail that traverses the valley floor.
If you want to camp beside subalpine Upper Summit Lake close to trumpeter swans and fishing for rainbows, take the family to this campground deep in the Kenai Mountains off Mile 46 of the Seward Highway. The 35 sites are spread along a loop in the alder, willow and spruce woods on the hillside above the lake, with clear-running Tenderfoot Creek passing through
This campground offers tent camping with access to picnic tables, toilets and an interpretive site. It is a remote site, with no road access. You must hire a charter. Inquire at the Cordova Visitor Center.
Set in a handsome birch forest overlooking Turnagain Arm, this campground in Chugach National Forest close to the historic village of Hope is a family classic. The 34 sites offer all the usual amenities (picnic table, campfire ring, outhouses, water pump) and are laid out with an eye toward privacy. Just 81 miles from Anchorage.
Bertha Creek Campground is a great choice for a low-key campout in a recreational gold-panning area on a quiet loop where the kids won’t get lost. Located just south of Turnagain Pass in the Kenai Mountains about 65 miles south of Anchorage, the campground is tucked into an open forest beside the confluence of Bertha and Granite creeks at the base of steep mountains.
16 sites in a wooded setting. There’s a family friendly trail that leads to Ptarmigan Lake. It’s a seven mile round trip and you’ll see sheep and goats along the way. There’s also good trout and Dolly Varden fishing, so bring your gear.
Cascade Bay, at the Northwest end of Eaglek Bay, holds the treasure of the largest waterfall in Prince William Sound. There is no lack of freshwater in the Bay, with another reasonable water source coming in just to the East of the Falls. Be prepared for the noise of the falls, and tons of jellyfish!
Quartz Creek campground is situated on the banks of sparkling Kenai Lake. This is a great spot to cool off on a hot day. Kenai Lake has a good sandy swimming beach and a trail that follows along nearby Quartz Creek. Cast your line for some awesome fly-fishing at the creek or look for the nearby horse stable for a scenic ride.
With 60 sites on paved loops, Williwaw is suitable for large motorhomes and offers great access to the Trail of Blue Ice — a non-motorized multi-use trail that traverses the valley floor. Also nearby biking, salmon viewing, hikes, and glacier viewing.
Few amenities. Near several small lakes.
Bear-resistant locker and campfire ring. Less than a mile from Aspen Flats Cabin.
2 campsites. bear resistant locker and fire rings. Situated on the north shore of Upper Russian Lake with views of lake and mountain skyline.
Located near Russian River Falls. Bear resistant locker and campfire ring.
Bear-resistant locker and fire ring. Less than two miles from the east trailhead near Cooper Lake.
Mile 5.86 Russian Lakes Trail. In the forest with few amenities.
Close to Barber Cabin, with bear-resistant locker, campfire ring and outhouse access.