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Cooper Creek South

Featured amenities

Picnic Table
Restrooms

About Cooper Creek South

Located along Cooper Creek and the Kenai River, Cooper Creek South Campground presents a beautiful wooded area with sweeping mountain views within close proximity to many recreational opportunities.

Number of accommodations: 21

Nearby Activities & Attractions

Fishing

Hiking

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 22 to Sep 14

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Picnic Table
Restrooms
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

21 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 002, Loop: COOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 003, Loop: COOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 004, Loop: COOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 005, Loop: COOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 006, Loop: COOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 007, Loop: COOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 008, Loop: COOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 009, Loop: COOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 010, Loop: DBLS
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 011, Loop: COOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 012, Loop: COOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 013, Loop: COOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 014, Loop: COOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 015, Loop: COOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 016, Loop: DBLS
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 017, Loop: COOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 018, Loop: COOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 019, Loop: DBLS
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 020, Loop: COOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 021, Loop: COOP
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 022, Loop: COOP
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (136)

What Guests Are Saying

Cooper Creek South is a well-maintained campground known for its clean facilities, beautiful surroundings, and excellent hosts who are helpful and accommodating. Campsites offer privacy, and the location is convenient for fishing and nearby town access. Some reviewers noted issues like road noise, limited dump station availability, and water quality concerns, but overall, guests enjoyed their stay and appreciated the tranquil atmosphere.

Review Summary

4.5
136 reviews
5
72.1%
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4
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Rachel T

Verified

June 23, 2022 Stayed at: 011, Loop: COOP

5

We actually ended up at Cooper Creek North right on the River. We love this campground, it’s FCFS so a little harder to come upon, but at the right time you can find one. Beautiful site, love the sound of the water running past. Camp host came and checked on us as well as two rangers.

Rachel T

Verified

June 23, 2022 Stayed at: 011, Loop: COOP

5

We actually ended up at Cooper Creek North right on the River. We love this campground, it’s FCFS so a little harder to come upon, but at the right time you can find one. Beautiful site, love the sound of the water running past. Camp host came and checked on us as well as two rangers.

PeggyEllen K

Verified

June 11, 2022 Stayed at: 016, Loop: DBLS

3

The campground host, Scott, was super helpful and kind when we locked our keys in our car, and also when we realized we had booked for one night instead of the two we had planned. The creek is beautiful as are the cottonwoods. The poor spruce trees are dying from the bark beetles and the needles were falling like rain at our second site. The campground was clean and well maintained. It is close to the highway, so traffic noise was noticeable.

PeggyEllen K

Verified

June 11, 2022 Stayed at: 016, Loop: DBLS

3

The campground host, Scott, was super helpful and kind when we locked our keys in our car, and also when we realized we had booked for one night instead of the two we had planned. The creek is beautiful as are the cottonwoods. The poor spruce trees are dying from the bark beetles and the needles were falling like rain at our second site. The campground was clean and well maintained. It is close to the highway, so traffic noise was noticeable.

Andre C

Verified

September 8, 2021 Stayed at: 011, Loop: COOP

5

The campground managers at Cooper Creek South are the reason we stay there. Julie and John are the best!

Andre C

Verified

September 8, 2021 Stayed at: 011, Loop: COOP

5

The campground managers at Cooper Creek South are the reason we stay there. Julie and John are the best!

Linda M

Verified

August 13, 2021 Stayed at: 017, Loop: COOP

5

Campground hosts were accommodating and always available to answer questions. The campground is older, but very well-kept, peaceful.

Linda M

Verified

August 13, 2021 Stayed at: 017, Loop: COOP

5

Campground hosts were accommodating and always available to answer questions. The campground is older, but very well-kept, peaceful.

Andrea E

Verified

July 30, 2021 Stayed at: 014, Loop: COOP

4

I was confused on how to check-in. The communication board did not give instructions for those who reserved a spot in advance.

I drove to the restroom and the host told where there were public restrooms when I had a reserved spot. He assumed I did not have a reserved spot.

Andrea E

Verified

July 30, 2021 Stayed at: 014, Loop: COOP

4

I was confused on how to check-in. The communication board did not give instructions for those who reserved a spot in advance.

I drove to the restroom and the host told where there were public restrooms when I had a reserved spot. He assumed I did not have a reserved spot.

Location Cooper Creek South

Address:
Seward Ranger District, 33599 Ranger Station Spur
Seward, AK, 99664
United States

Highway access

Cooper Creek South is accessible via the Sterling Highway, which can be reached from the Seward Highway. The campground is located at Milepost 50.7 on the Sterling Highway.

Latitude & Longitude: 60.4836 / -149.882

Elevation: 131 feet

Policies & Rules

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

Wildlife & food storage

  • Store all attractants securely to prevent bear incidents, which could lead to immediate camping prohibitions for tents and soft-sided vehicles.

General

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Fires & fuel

  • Purchase firewood close to your camping site to avoid spreading pests.

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Last updated: June 13, 2026

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