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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 and 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
For a list of the private Mat-Su RV parks and campgrounds, 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 |
Wasilla | 122 | 0 | 0 | Y | Y | Y (office) | Y | 45-60 | N | |
Palmer | 20 | 8 | varies | Y | Y | Y | Y | no limit | Y | |
Palmer | 22 | 7 | 6 | Y | Y | Y | Y | no limit | Y | |
Palmer | 0 | 63 | 5 | Y | Y | Y | Y | 45-70 | Y | |
Palmer | 0 | 6 | 20 | Y | restrooms only | N | N | no limit | Y | |
Willow | 43 | 7 | 10 | Y | Y | Y | Y | 75 | Y | |
Willow | 0 | 18 | 67 | Y | N | N | N | 100 | Y | |
Talkeetna | 5 | 29 | 0 | Y | Y | Y | Y | 65 | Y |
Big Bear Campground & RV Park
- 2010 S. Church Street
- Palmer, AK 99645
- Phone: (907) 745-7445
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Fox Run Lodge & RV Campground
- Mile 36.3 Glenn Hwy
- Palmer, AK 99645
- Phone: (907) 745-6120
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Kepler Park
- Mi 37.4 Glenn Highway
- Palmer, AK 99645
- Phone: (907) 745-3053
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Family owned and operated with a family-friendly atmosphere. We offer camping, picnicing, boat rentals and fishing. Visit us for a time of outdoor recreation and relaxation. The 2012 Summer Season marks the 60th anniversary for our business. In celebration, we will be more
Lifetime Adventures
- Eklutna Lake
- Palmer, AK 99645
- Phone: (907) 746-4644
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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. more
Mt. View RV Park
- Smith Road
- Palmer, AK 99645
- Phone: (907) 745-5747
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Quiet, clean and restful on Smith Road, 2.8 miles from Palmer. Cabin rental, full H/U RV sites, new laundry and showers. Wi-Fi wireless internet. Good Sam park, large sites and pavilion. more
Susitna Recreational Camps, Inc.
- Mile 96.5 Parks Hwy.
- Anchorage, AK 99515
- Phone: (907) 733-8255
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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 for cleanliness, 4 stars for quiet and beauty. more
Talkeetna Camper Park
- Mile 13.7 Talkeetna Spur Road
- Talkeetna, AK 99676
- Phone: (907) 733-2693
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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. more
Trapper Creek Inn & RV Park
- Mile 114.6 Parks Highway
- Trapper Creek, AK 99683
- Phone: (907) 733-2302
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Helpful resources
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Maps and more
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Great outdoors
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Denali Flightseeing
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glaciers
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Alaska Rafting
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Dining in Mat-Su
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