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Camping in Alaska

“The Last Frontier” is America’s largest state. It promises vast wilderness and limitless exploration of ~100,000 glaciers, 3,000,000 lakes, river systems, coastlines, and high mountain peaks (like Denali). Visiting campers typically enter via the Alaska Highway, which starts in B.C., for the scenic views. Once in the state, campers will see bears, moose, bald eagles, and whales. Try to catch the Aurora Borealis, which is more visible in the winter.

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Top-rated campgrounds in Alaska

Kenai National Wildlife Refuge

Beaver Creek (Dena'ina: Hkayitnu) is a stream located on the western portion of the Kenai Peninsula in the U.S. state of Alaska. Beaver Creek flows approximately 10 miles from its source at Beaver Lake in the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge to the Kenai River, approximately 4 river miles from the mouth of that river in the City of Kenai at Cook Inlet. The Dena'ina call the creek Hkayitnu, mean...

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K'esugi Ken Campground

Denali State Park is a 325,240-acre (131,620 ha) state park in the U.S. state of Alaska. It is located in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough adjacent to the east side of Denali National Park and Preserve, along the Parks Highway. The park is undeveloped wilderness except for the two day-use areas, four campgrounds, and two trailheads accessible from the Parks Highway. These include: Alaska Veteran...

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Denali State Park

Denali State Park is a 325,240-acre (131,620 ha) state park in the U.S. state of Alaska. It is located in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough adjacent to the east side of Denali National Park and Preserve, along the Parks Highway. The park is undeveloped wilderness except for the two day-use areas, four campgrounds, and two trailheads accessible from the Parks Highway. These include: Alaska Veteran...

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Eagle Beach State Recreation Area

The Eagle River is a stream, 5 miles (8 km) long, in the borough of Juneau in the U.S. state of Alaska. Heading at Eagle Glacier in the Coast Mountains, it flows southwest into Favorite Channel, 20 miles (32 km) northeast of the city of Juneau. Alaska Route 7 (Glacier Highway) links the city to the river, a state recreation area, a church camp, and a boy scout camp near the river mouth. Hiking ...

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Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge

The City of Kodiak (Alutiiq: Sun'aq) is the main city and one of seven communities on Kodiak Island in Kodiak Island Borough, Alaska. All commercial transportation between the island's communities and the outside world goes through this city via ferryboat or airline. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city is 5,581, down from 6,130 in 2010. It is the tenth-largest city in Alaska. Inha...

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Alaska camping resources

Links to help plan your Alaska camping trip

Alaska State Parks: Provides comprehensive information on Alaska's state parks, including details on camping facilities, activities, and park amenities. Users can explore various camping options, from developed campgrounds to backcountry experiences, and access resources for trip planning.

Alaska State Parks Reservations: The official reservation portal for Alaska's state parks, allowing users to book campsites, cabins, and other accommodations. The site offers real-time availability, site photos, and detailed descriptions to assist in planning stays.

National Park Service – Alaska: Offers information on Alaska's national parks, including camping options, park activities, and visitor guidelines. The site provides resources for planning visits to parks like Denali, Glacier Bay, and Kenai Fjords.

National Forests in Alaska – Camping & Cabins: Details camping opportunities within Alaska's national forests, including campground locations, amenities, and reservation information. The site covers areas like the Chugach and Tongass National Forests.

Recreation.gov – Alaska Camping: A federal portal providing information and reservations for camping in Alaska's national parks, forests, and other public lands. Users can search for campsites, view availability, and make reservations across various federal lands in Alaska.

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