Trail River Campground
Trail River Campground is a 91-site campground in Chugach National Forest near Seward, Alaska. There are no electric hookups, so plan to bring your own power.
- Location
- Seward, AK · Map and directions
- Campsites
- 91 (16 tent-only, 75 RV)
- Electric
- There are no electric hookups
- Water / sewer
- No water hookups listed
- Max RV length
- 88 ft
- Pets
- Not listed: check with the campground
- Campfires
- Not listed: check current fire restrictions
- Reservations
- Recreation.gov
About Trail River Campground
Trail River Campground, set between the Trail River and Kenai Lake, provides lake, river and snow-capped mountain scenery among the hemlock and spruce forests of the Chugach National Forest. It lies within driving distance of two main tourism destinations; 24 miles north of Seward and 40 miles east of Cooper Landing, AK. Miles of hiking and biking trails weave throughout the area.
Description: Recreation.gov. Conditions change, so check the official page before you go.
What to bring to Trail River Campground
Portable power stations
Silent battery power for lights, phones, fans, CPAP machines and 12V fridges.
See options on Amazon ↗Foldable solar panels
Recharge a power station during the day, so it lasts the whole trip.
See options on Amazon ↗Quiet inverter generators
More power for RVs and air conditioning. Check the campground's generator hours.
See options on Amazon ↗Links go to Amazon. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Other campgrounds nearby
More: all campgrounds in Chugach National Forest · campgrounds in Alaska
Frequently asked questions
Does Trail River Campground have electric hookups?
There are no electric hookups. Campers bring portable power stations or generators where allowed.
Can I reserve a site at Trail River Campground?
Yes, through Recreation.gov. Popular dates book up months ahead.
How big an RV fits at Trail River Campground?
The longest site takes vehicles up to 88 feet. Many sites are shorter, so check the individual site before booking.