Discover outdoor comfort at Montana Creek Campground near Anchorage, where lush scenery and wildlife await. Perfect for tent or RV camping, it offers a front-row seat to Alaska’s natural beauty.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
Flexible, from overnight to several days
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; comfortable walking and short hikes help enjoy the area
Wildlife
History
The Montana Creek area has been a vital part of indigenous fishery practices and was later developed as a recreational camping spot in the early 20th century.
Conservation
The campground emphasizes Leave No Trace principles, encouraging visitors to minimize their environmental impact and support local ecosystem health.
Montana Creek Campground
Discover outdoor comfort at Montana Creek Campground near Anchorage, where lush scenery and wildlife await. Perfect for tent or RV camping, it offers a front-row seat to Alaska’s natural beauty.
Montana Creek Campground is a campground focused on offering a wide selection of campsite types and family-oriented events near Montana Creek. The property lists dozens of numbered campsites—ranging from secluded dry sites to utility-equipped lots—so visitors can select creekside retreats, premium forested spots, or sites with electrical hookups.
Several sites are described as creek-adjacent, including Camp Site 70 and Camp Site 68, each about 100 feet from a serene creek and suited to campers seeking fishing and quiet waterside experiences. Electrical hookups are available at select locations such as Camp Site 34 and Camp Site 29, while premium dry sites like Camp Site 55 provide a secluded forest setting. Many campsites include standard amenities listed for each site such as a fire ring and picnic table; some sites offer pull-through parking, extra privacy, and proximity to on-site conveniences like a store and restrooms.
The campground also hosts the Kid's Humpy Derby, a youth fishing competition for participants under 16 with prize drawings and door prizes. That event explicitly supports the local food pantry, reflecting a community-minded approach. Site dimensions are provided for select sites—Camp Site 62 measures 45 ft x 30 ft and Camp Site 29 measures 40 ft x 13 ft—allowing campers to match accommodation needs to available space.
By providing clear site descriptions, a mix of creekside and forested options, and community events, Montana Creek Campground offers practical, family-focused camping choices near Montana Creek.
Sites Available
70+ sites
Wide range of numbered campsites
Creek Access
Creekside sites
Some sites ~100 ft from creek
Electric Hookups
Select sites
Electrical hookups at select sites
Family Events
Kid's Humpy Derby
Youth fishing event supports pantry
Reserve a private creekside or electric site today — or plan a family weekend around the youth fishing competition that supports the local food pantry.
Set up camp early
Arriving before dusk helps secure the best spot and prepare for an evening around the fire.
Bring insect repellent
Mosquitoes can be active in summer evenings, especially near water.
Check wildlife activity
Be aware of local wildlife patterns; secure food and store it properly.
Plan for variable weather
Alaska weather can change rapidly; bring layered clothing.
Tent or RV
Shelter for an outdoor stay, essential for comfort and weather protection.
Sleeping bag suitable for below freezing
Keeps you warm in Alaska’s cold nights.
winter
Layered clothing
Adjust to changing weather with moisture-wicking and insulating layers.
all
Insect repellent and headlamp
Protects against insects and lights your way after dark.
summer