Overview
Squirrel Creek State Recreation Site sits at Mile 79.5 of the Richardson Highway, offering 25 campsites near Squirrel Creek Pit and the Tonsina River in Alaska’s Copper River Valley. Managed by Alaska State Parks, it’s surrounded by spruce with access to a small lake and river, featuring vault toilets and fire rings for a quiet stay. This campground is a serene base for campers looking to fish for grayling and trout, enjoy the forest, or explore the region’s rugged landscapes, with Glennallen 30 minutes north.
Location & Access
- Location: Mile 79.5 Richardson Hwy, near Copper Center, Alaska.
- Access: Reachable via a short turnoff from the paved Richardson Highway; it’s about a 2-hour drive north from Valdez or 30 minutes south from Glennallen.
- Seasonal Accessibility: Open May through September, typical for Alaska State Parks.
Campsite Details
- Number of Sites: 25 sites, suitable for tents and RVs.
Amenities & Facilities
- Restrooms: Vault toilets available.
- Water: Drinking water provided on-site.
- Additional Amenities: Each site includes a fire ring.
Activities & Nearby Attractions
- On-Site Activities: Fish for grayling and rainbow trout in Squirrel Creek Pit or Tonsina River, or enjoy a campfire in the spruce forest.
- Nearby Attractions: Glennallen, 30 minutes north, offers access to Wrangell-St. Elias National Park; Copper Center, 10 minutes south, provides the Klutina River for fishing.
