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Karolyn D
VerifiedAugust 5, 2026 Stayed at: 008, Loop: WILL
Best host ever!
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About Williwaw Campground
Williwaw Campground, an idyllic area, sits beside Williwaw Creek near the town of Girdwood, Alaska. The campground boasts prime fishing, hiking and wildlife watching all within the Portage Valley.
Next to the campground is the Williwaw Salmon Viewing Area, a top-notch spot for salmon viewing. In August, visitors can see these fish spawning in impressive numbers through the translucent waters.
The area is a great place to view numerous glaciated valleys and the Portage Glacier. Over the past 80 years, the glacier calved large icebergs into Portage Lake, located just east of the campground.
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006, Loop: WILL
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128 × 15 ft · Gravel · Pull-through
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007, Loop: WILL
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61 × 15 ft · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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008, Loop: WILL
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15 ft wide · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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009, Loop: WILL
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57 × 15 ft · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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010, Loop: WILL
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59 × 15 ft · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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011, Loop: WILL
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15 ft wide · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
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012, Loop: WILL
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15 ft wide · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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013, Loop: WILL
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56 × 15 ft · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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016, Loop: WILL
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18 ft wide · Gravel · Pull-through
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018, Loop: WILL
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56 × 16 ft · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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020, Loop: DBLS
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15 ft wide · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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024, Loop: WILL
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65 × 15 ft · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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025, Loop: WILL
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56 ft long · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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026, Loop: WILL
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15 ft wide · Gravel · Pull-through
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027, Loop: WILL
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55 × 15 ft · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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029, Loop: DBLS
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65 × 22 ft · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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030, Loop: DBLS
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131 × 15 ft · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
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006, Loop: WILL
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128 × 15 ft · Gravel · Pull-through
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007, Loop: WILL
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61 × 15 ft · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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008, Loop: WILL
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15 ft wide · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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009, Loop: WILL
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57 × 15 ft · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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010, Loop: WILL
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59 × 15 ft · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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011, Loop: WILL
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15 ft wide · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
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012, Loop: WILL
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15 ft wide · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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013, Loop: WILL
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56 × 15 ft · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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016, Loop: WILL
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18 ft wide · Gravel · Pull-through
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018, Loop: WILL
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56 × 16 ft · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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020, Loop: DBLS
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15 ft wide · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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024, Loop: WILL
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65 × 15 ft · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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025, Loop: WILL
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56 ft long · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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026, Loop: WILL
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15 ft wide · Gravel · Pull-through
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027, Loop: WILL
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55 × 15 ft · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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029, Loop: DBLS
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65 × 22 ft · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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030, Loop: DBLS
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131 × 15 ft · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
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Reviews
291 reviews
Summary
Williwaw Campground offers secluded, clean sites surrounded by trees, making it a favorite for many campers over the years. Guests appreciate the well-maintained facilities, friendly camp hosts, and proximity to hiking trails, wildlife viewing, and local attractions. While some mentioned issues with weather and noise from generators, the overall experience has been positive, with many expressing eagerness to return.
Based on guest feedback
4.7
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Based on 291 reviews
5 stars
77.7% (226)
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Pam L
VerifiedAugust 2, 2026 Stayed at: 009, Loop: WILL
Spacious camp sites. Outhouses are clean. Whole area is beautiful with trails and ponds/lakes. Close to Anton Anderson Tunnel.
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rebecca k
VerifiedJuly 18, 2026 Stayed at: 020, Loop: DBLS
Lovely clean campsites. I love the spacious area between campers awesome place to go for a long walks and also biking perfect jumping off place to spend the day in Whittier. Being at it against the mountains and glaciers, it is a little chilly, even when the sun does pop up.
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Stephanie P
VerifiedJuly 18, 2026 Stayed at: 006, Loop: WILL
sanicans need some cleaning and refresh otherwise great location and area to camp. we will be back!
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Derrick B
VerifiedJuly 8, 2026 Stayed at: 025, Loop: WILL
campground was quiet well kept and clean
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Gerald H
VerifiedJuly 1, 2026 Stayed at: 010, Loop: WILL
The campground itself is very nice and clean. It is in a great location to explore Girdwood, Portage Valley and Whittier. My only issue was the local availability to dump and refill your RV with water. The Speedway that is about 20 minutes away was hit or miss. Sometimes it has an open dump station and water. Sometimes is doesn’t. It’s not dependable. We had to drive all the way to Eagle River to dump our tanks and refill our water. It would be nice if they had that service available onsite.
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Joan D
VerifiedJune 29, 2026 Stayed at: 030, Loop: DBLS
Willowaw campground at the Chugach National forest, spot 30 is fabulous. We go every year.
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Karen R
VerifiedJune 26, 2026 Stayed at: 009, Loop: WILL
The campground was very pretty, right in the middle of many trails. We enjoyed the short walk to the salmon viewing area even though it was still too early. The water was clear and the signs were fun to read. The whole facility was kept very clean.
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Raena R
VerifiedJune 24, 2026 Stayed at: 029, Loop: DBLS
I had a little issue with the camp host, pretty much my fault but we worked it out and he was very gracious. Sites and bathrooms are SUPER clean. We had magical weather and a magical two nights! Highly recommend
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Earl H
VerifiedJune 21, 2026 Stayed at: 030, Loop: DBLS
We found out why they call it Wilowaw. Don't leave your pop up set up overnight!! Be prepared for high winds and rain squalls. Nice campground if you can hit a good weather window.
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Location & Directions for Williwaw Campground
145 Forest Station Road, P.O. Box 129, Girdwood, AK 99587 United States
Elevation: 33 ft
Getting There
From Anchorage go 55 mi south on Seward highway to Portage Glacier Road
(milepost 78.9). The campground is located at mile 4.1 of the Portage Glacier Road.
Highway access
Williwaw Campground is accessible via the Seward Highway, located approximately 55 miles north of the campground. The campground is reached from the Seward Highway via Portage Glacier Road.
Policies & Rules
General
- Be bear aware; keep all food out of sight in approved containers or locked inside your vehicle and remove all food from area after eating
- Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by purchasing firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
- For more information on Chugach National Forest, click here
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