Campgrounds & RV Parks
Traveling through Alaska by RV or motorhome is a excellent way for families, nature lovers and travelers with pets to conveniently experience Alaska wilderness and local culture.With more than two dozen public and private RV parks, campgrounds, recreation sites and an endless variety of things to see and do, the Mat-Su is a top choice for travelers who are literally on the go. View Suggested Scenic Drive Itineraries.
RV travelers will find ample, well-marked RV parking at restaurants, tourist sites and stores, signage along Alaska highways to alert drivers to RV camping areas and private facilities with Internet access and activities to keep the whole family happy. View a list of private parks and campgrounds located in the Mat-Su Valley.
Alaska State Park Campgrounds
Alaska State Parks in the Mat-Su with camping facilities include Denali State Park and Nancy Lake State Recreation Area. Smaller parks in the Mat-Su for tent and RV camping include the Matanuska River Park Campground in Palmer, Lake Lucille Park Campground in Wasilla, Little Susitna River Campground in Houston, Deshka River Campground, and Talkeetna River Park Campground. www.matsugov.us/RecServices/parks.cfm
Public Use Cabins
There are three public use cabins located at Byers Lake, Denali State Park; one at Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site (Matanuska Glacier) and thirteen cabins at Nancy Lake State Recreation Area. Cabins are reserved, first come first serve. Visit www.dnr.state.ak.us for details and online reservations.
Mat-Su Private Camping and RV Parks
Visit the Alaska Campground Owner's Association Web site - Alaska's non-profit campground association with maps and directory information, which offers travelers places to go, where to stay, things to see and do, and adventures to experience. www.alaskacampgrounds.net.
| Name | City | Full | Partial | Tent spots | Pets | Showers/ | Wi-Fi | Dump Station | Max RV length (ft.) | Convenience store/supplies |
| Alaskan Trails RV & Camper Park | Wasilla | 122 | 0 | 0 | Y | Y | Y (office) | Y | 45-60 | N |
| Big Bear Campground & RV Park | Palmer | 20 | 8 | varies | Y | Y | Y | Y | no limit | Y |
| Fox Run RV Campground | Palmer | 22 | 7 | 6 | Y | Y | Y | Y | no limit | Y |
| Homestead RV Park, LLC | Palmer | 0 | 63 | 5 | Y | Y | Y | Y | 45-70 | Y |
| Kepler Park | Palmer | 0 | 6 | 20 | Y | restrooms only | N | N | no limit | Y |
| Mat-Su RV Park & Campground | Willow | 43 | 7 | 10 | Y | Y | Y | Y | 75 | Y |
| Montana Creek Campground | Willow | 0 | 18 | 67 | Y | N | N | N | 100 | Y |
| Mt. View RV Park | Palmer | 100 | 20 | varies | Y | Y | Y | Y | no limit | N |
| Talkeetna Camper Park | Talkeetna | 5 | 29 | 0 | Y | Y | Y | Y | 65 | Y |
| Town & Country RV Park and Bed & Breakfast | Palmer | 19 | 9 | varies | Y | Y | Y | Y | no limit | N |
Alaska Campground Owners Association
- PO Box 111005
- Anchorage , AK 99511
- Phone: (907) 337-2857
- Region: Areawide Services
ACOA is Alaska's non-profit campground association. Our map/directory information gives travelers places to go, where to stay, things to see and do, and adventures to experience.
More Info
EmailAlaskan Trails RV & Camper Park, LLC
- Mile 48.2 Parks Hwy
- Wasilla , AK
- Phone: (907) 376-5504
- Region: Lake Country
Big Bear Campground & RV Park
- 2010 S. Church Street
- Palmer , AK 99645
- Phone: (907) 745-7445
- Region: Lake Country
Fox Run Lodge & RV Campground
- Mile 36.3 Glenn Hwy
- Palmer , AK 99645
- Phone: (907) 745-6120
- Region: Glacier Country
Homestead RV Park, LLC
- Mile 36.2 Glenn Highway
- Palmer , AK 99645-0354
- Phone: (907) 745-6005
- Region: Glacier Country
Beautiful, wooded setting with mountain views. 63 pull-thru sites with water and electric. Very clean restrooms laundry room, wi-fi available and storage.
Kepler Park
- Mile 37.4 Glenn Highway
- Palmer , AK 99645
- Phone: (907) 486-3777
- Region: Glacier Country
Family owned and operated with a family-friendly atmosphere. We offer camping, picnicing, boat rentals and fishing. Visit us for a time of relaxation and outdoor recreation.
Lifetime Adventures
- Eklutna Lake
- Palmer, AK 99645
- Phone: (907) 746-4644
- Region: Outside Mat-Su Borough
Located at Eklutna Lake, Katmai National Park and Eagle River Campground. On-site kayak and bike rentals, lessons, guided trips. Scenic and whitewater tours of Eagle River. Group winter tours.
Mat-Su RV Park & Campground
- 47442 S. Yancey Drive
- Willow, AK 99688
- Phone: (907) 495-6300
- Region: Denali Country
Susitna Recreational Camps, Inc.
- Mile 96.5 Parks Hwy.
- Anchorage, AK 99515
- Phone: (907) 733-8255
- Region: Denali Country
Beautifully treed campground located on excellent fishing stream. Electric hookups, picnic tables, toilets, fire rings, BBQ, store, tackle, flower gardens, lawns, forests. Frommers rating: 5 stars
Talkeetna Camper Park
- Mile 13.7 Talkeetna Spur Road
- Talkeetna , AK 99676
- Phone: (907) 733-2693
- Region: Denali Country
Located 1/2 mile from downtown Talkeetna, we offer full and partial hook ups, long pull-through sites, showers, laundry, a small gift store and tour booking.
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