Discover Camp Site 40 at Montana Creek Campground, a premium pull-through campsite offering spacious parking, a fire ring, and tranquil forest surroundings along Alaska's Parks Highway.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
overnight stays up to one week
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; primarily a car-accessible campsite.
Wildlife
History
Montana Creek Campground sits on lands historically traversed by indigenous Alaskan tribes and later by prospectors during the gold rush era.
Conservation
The campground emphasizes low-impact camping and supports ongoing efforts to preserve the surrounding boreal forest ecosystem.
Montana Creek Campground
Discover Camp Site 40 at Montana Creek Campground, a premium pull-through campsite offering spacious parking, a fire ring, and tranquil forest surroundings along Alaska's Parks Highway.
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.
Arrive early for the best spot
Camp Site 40 sees steady demand—early arrival ensures smooth check-in and optimal parking alignment.
Bring bear safety gear
The surrounding forest hosts active wildlife including bears; carry bear spray and store food securely.
Pack out all trash
Help keep the forest pristine by removing all waste; Montana Creek Campground emphasizes Leave No Trace practices.
Fire safety first
Use the provided fire ring responsibly; check local fire restrictions during dry spells to prevent wildfires.
Bear spray
Protect yourself from wildlife encounters in this remote Alaskan forest.
spring|summer|fall
Insect repellent
Keeps mosquitoes and other insects at bay during warmer months.
summer
Warm sleeping bag
Ensures comfortable rest during chilly Alaskan nights.
fall|winter|spring
Portable camping stove
Useful for cooking meals if fire restrictions are in place.