Overview
Tolsona Campground sits near Mile 173 of the Glenn Highway in Glennallen, offering 80 RV sites and 20 tent sites in Alaska’s Interior along Tolsona Creek. Privately owned, it’s nestled in spruce forest with a trail to the Tolsona Mud Volcanoes, featuring showers, laundry, and a playground for a comfortable stay. This campground is a spacious base for campers exploring the Copper River Valley, fishing local streams, or venturing into Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, with Glennallen’s services nearby.
Location & Access
- Location: Near Mile 173 Glenn Highway, Glennallen, Alaska.
- Access: Reachable via a short turnoff from the paved Glenn Highway; it’s about a 3-hour drive northeast from Anchorage or 2 hours southwest from Tok.
- Seasonal Accessibility: Open May through September, weather permitting.
Campsite Details
- Number of Sites: 80 sites, suitable for tents and RVs.
Amenities & Facilities
- Restrooms: Flush toilets and showers available.
- Water: Drinking water provided on-site.
- Additional Amenities: Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring; laundry, Wi-Fi, telephone, dump station, and a playground are available; some sites are wheelchair-accessible.
Activities & Nearby Attractions
- On-Site Activities: Hike the trail to the Tolsona Mud Volcanoes, fish for grayling in Tolsona Creek, enjoy the playground, or relax by a campfire in the woods.
- Nearby Attractions: Glennallen offers access to Wrangell-St. Elias National Park for hiking and wildlife; the Copper River, nearby, is renowned for salmon fishing.
