Creekside Campground | Whittier Parking

Spacious sites, easy access, and a laid-back setting, perfect for a night or a few days in Whittier.

Rates

Tent Camping:

$15/ per night for a single vehicle + tent

Overnight Camping:

$20/ per night per campsite for RVs or vehicles, covering a 24-hour period from noon to noon

Long-Term Camping Rates:

$300/per month for a single vehicle

$950 for the entire operating season

We offer seasonal camping at Creekside Campground, located just south of the Whittier Parking lot (typically May through October, weather permitting). The campground is open 24 hours during the season and offers individual campsites in a quiet, scenic setting. Sites are unpaved with gravel surfaces, and no utility hookups are available.

Camping is first come, first served. Our layout accommodates RVs, motorhomes, trailers, and tents, including vehicles towing boats. We recommend selecting a site that best fits your setup upon arrival.

Designated parking lots are for day use only. The campground is reserved for overnight guests.

Amenities

  • Round Rock Fire Pits (Firewood Not Provided)

  • Portable toilets

  • Dumpsters

Payment Information

  • Pay upon arrival at the parking lot entrance off Whittier Street. During operating hours, an attendant will be available. When no attendant is on site, please use the payment kiosk located inside the blue shed.

  • Most major credit cards accepted (recommended)

  • Checks not accepted

Campground Guidelines

We want everyone to have a safe, clean, and enjoyable stay. Please help us by following these simple guidelines:

  • Quiet Hours: 10:00 PM–6:00 AM. Please keep noise to a minimum. Generators are not permitted during quiet hours.

  • Parking: Park in designated areas only. Do not block roads, driveways, or access points.

  • Camping: Overnight camping is permitted in designated campsites only.

  • Bear Safety: Help keep bears away by cleaning up after yourself. Properly dispose of all trash, food scraps, and scented items in the on-site dumpsters. Never leave food or garbage unattended.

  • Pets: Pets are welcome! Please keep them leashed, under your control, and clean up after them.

  • Campfires: Fires are allowed only in designated fire pits and must comply with all local and seasonal fire restrictions. Never leave a fire unattended.

  • Trash: Please dispose of all trash in the on-site dumpsters before you leave.

  • Respect: Be courteous to other guests, respect the property, and stay within designated areas. Be aware of local wildlife.

  • Children: Children must be supervised by an adult at all times.

  • Weather: Whittier weather can change quickly. Secure tents and personal belongings as needed.

Thank you for helping keep Whittier Parking & Campground safe, clean, and enjoyable for everyone.

Hiking Nearby- Whittier offers incredible hiking for all experience levels, from short walks to scenic mountain trails with glacier and waterfall views. If you're looking to explore, these resources are a great place to start:

  • Alaska.org – Local trail guides and recommendations

  • AllTrails – Trail maps, difficulty ratings, and recent trail conditions