Overview
Ophir Creek Campground offers 20 sites along U.S. Creek Road near Ophir Creek in Alaska’s White Mountains National Recreation Area, a remote spot in the Interior off the Steese Highway. Managed by the BLM, it’s surrounded by spruce and birch with views of the White Mountains’ rolling hills, featuring vault toilets and fire rings for a rustic stay. This campground is a quiet base for campers looking to fish the creek, explore trails, or enjoy the solitude of this wild landscape near Fairbanks.
Location & Access
- Location: 222 University Ave, Fairbanks, Alaska
- Access: Reachable via Nome Creek from Fairbanks, drive the Steese Hwy to mile 57, then U.S. Creek Rd 7 miles. Turn left onto Nome Creek Rd; Ophir Creek Campground and Beaver Creek put-in are 12 miles ahead.
- Seasonal Accessibility: Open May through September, depending on road conditions.
Campsite Details
- Number of Sites: 20 sites, suitable for tents and RVs.
Amenities & Facilities
- Restrooms: Vault toilets available.
- Additional Amenities: Each site includes a fire ring; some sites are wheelchair-accessible.
Activities & Nearby Attractions
- On-Site Activities: Fish for grayling in Ophir Creek, explore nearby trails in the White Mountains, or enjoy a campfire with mountain views.
- Nearby Attractions: The White Mountains National Recreation Area offers over 200 miles of trails and public cabins; Fairbanks, 90 minutes southwest, provides urban amenities.
