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Girdwood Campground

No reviews yet · Municipality of Anchorage
+1 907-343-8373

Official Website of the Municipality of Anchorage, Alaska (via site)

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Key facts

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Booking & season

SeasonMay to September

Pitches & accommodation

Pitches18

Facilities & details

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Fee
Price$10 USD
Capacity18
Tents
Caravans / RV
Toilets
Showers

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🏞️ Attractions

Girdwood Park
Girdwood ParkParks & play

Girdwood Airport (IATA: AQY, FAA LID: AQY) is a state-owned public-use airport located three miles (5 km) northeast of the central business district of Girdwood, in Anchorage Borough, Alaska, United States. Girdwood Airport also served as the Finish Line for the 12th season of the popular 5-time Emmy winning reality TV show, The Amazing Race.

0.2 km · ~2 min walkDirections ↗
Tot Lot and children’s playgroundParks & play0.3 km · ~4 min walkDirections ↗
Girdwood Town Square Park
Girdwood Town Square ParkParks & play

Girdwood Airport (IATA: AQY, FAA LID: AQY) is a state-owned public-use airport located three miles (5 km) northeast of the central business district of Girdwood, in Anchorage Borough, Alaska, United States. Girdwood Airport also served as the Finish Line for the 12th season of the popular 5-time Emmy winning reality TV show, The Amazing Race.

0.6 km · ~7 min walkDirections ↗
Gentoo PeakSummits & peaks1.4 km · ~3 min driveDirections ↗
Beaver Pond TrailheadTrails & trailheads1.5 km · ~4 min driveDirections ↗
Virgin Creek Falls
Virgin Creek FallsWaterfalls2.9 km · ~7 min driveDirections ↗
Mt.Alyeska Tram
Mt.Alyeska TramAttractions

Alyeska Resort is a ski resort in the Girdwood area of Anchorage, Alaska, approximately 30 miles (48 km) from downtown Anchorage. Mount Alyeska is part of the Chugach mountain range and the Alyeska Resort is the largest ski area in the state. It includes the mountaintop Mt. Alyeska Roundhouse, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

3.8 km · ~7 min driveDirections ↗
Baumann Bump (1,006 m)
Baumann Bump (1,006 m)Summits & peaks

mountain in Alaska, United States of America

4.6 km · ~15 min driveDirections ↗
Chinstrap Peak (1,102 m)Summits & peaks5.2 km · ~7 min driveDirections ↗
Bore Tide Viewpoint #2
Bore Tide Viewpoint #2Attractions7.8 km · ~9 min driveDirections ↗

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Good to know

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How much does it cost to camp at Girdwood Campground?

The posted price is $10 USD.

Can I bring an RV or caravan to Girdwood Campground?

No, caravans and RVs aren't permitted here.

Can I pitch a tent at Girdwood Campground?

Yes, tent camping is allowed.

Are there toilets at Girdwood Campground?

Yes, toilets are available on site.

Are showers available at Girdwood Campground?

No, showers are not available.

How many sites does Girdwood Campground have?

Girdwood Campground has around 18 pitches.

Who runs Girdwood Campground?

Girdwood Campground is operated by Municipality of Anchorage.

When is Girdwood Campground open?

Girdwood Campground is open May to September.

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