Overview
Ninilchik View Campground sits at Mile 135.7 of the Sterling Highway, offering 14 campsites above the fishing village of Ninilchik on Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula. Managed by Alaska State Parks, it’s perched on a bluff with spruce trees framing views of Cook Inlet and distant volcanic peaks like Mt. Iliamna. Featuring vault toilets, drinking water, and a dump station, this campground is a scenic base for campers looking to fish the nearby rivers, explore Ninilchik’s historic charm, or enjoy the Kenai’s coastal landscapes.
Location & Access
- Location: Mile 135.7 Sterling Highway, near Ninilchik, Alaska.
- Access: Reachable via the paved Sterling Highway; it’s about a 4-hour drive south from Anchorage or 45 minutes from Homer.
- Seasonal Accessibility: Open May through September, weather permitting.
Campsite Details
- Number of Sites: 14 sites, suitable for tents and RVs.
- Site Spacing & Privacy: Sites are nestled among trees, offering a cozy feel with moderate privacy.
Amenities & Facilities
- Restrooms: Vault toilets available.
- Water: Drinking water provided on-site.
- Additional Amenities: Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring; a dump station is available for RVs.
Activities & Nearby Attractions
- On-Site Activities: Enjoy bluff-top views of Cook Inlet and volcanoes, relax by a campfire in the woods, or picnic with a scenic backdrop.
- Nearby Attractions: Ninilchik village, a short walk downhill, offers salmon fishing in the Ninilchik River and Deep Creek, plus the historic Russian Orthodox church; Kenai Peninsula beaches are nearby for beachcombing. Clamming.
