Ptarmigan Creek

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12 total sites

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12 sites

About Ptarmigan Creek

Ptarmigan Creek is a small, peaceful campground with incredible views of the Chugach Mountains. Nestled beside Ptarmigan Creek and a short walk from Kenai Lake, the campground creates an ideal location for avid wildlife enthusiasts, hikers and anglers. Miles of hiking and biking trails weave throughout the area, and moose, brown and black bear, sheep and goats can be found across a large part of the forest.

Number of accommodations: 12

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2026 (Current year)

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Currently open - May 22 to Sep 13

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12 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: PTAR RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 002, Loop: PTAR RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 003, Loop: PTAR RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 004, Loop: PTAR RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 005, Loop: PTAR RV
No Hookups
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🚐 006, Loop: PTAR RV
No Hookups
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🚐 007, Loop: PTAR RV
No Hookups
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🚐 008, Loop: PTAR RV
No Hookups
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🚐 009, Loop: PTAR RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 011, Loop: PTAR RV
No Hookups
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🚐 012, Loop: PTAR RV
No Hookups
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🚐 014, Loop: PTAR RV
No Hookups
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Reviews (44)

What Guests Are Saying

Ptarmigan Creek is a well-maintained campground known for its quiet, picturesque setting and easy access to hiking trails. Guests appreciate the friendly and helpful camp host, as well as the spacious, clean campsites that offer privacy. However, there were some issues reported, including a reservation mix-up and concerns about the condition of the outhouse. Overall, many visitors plan to return and recommend the campground.

Review Summary

4.4
44 reviews
5
65.9%
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4
20.5%
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Mariah H

Verified

June 10, 2022 Stayed at: 006, Loop: PTAR

5

Perfect stay.

Randy S

Verified

May 30, 2022 Stayed at: 007, Loop: PTAR

4

We have camped there last three years It’s quiet with nice trail next to creek I do wish the water well was working Make sure you bring ample water with you It’s a kind of rustic and peaceful campground

Leslie H

Verified

August 30, 2021 Stayed at: 004, Loop: PTAR

4

Very pretty and quiet. We had to get wood elsewhere.

David S

Verified

August 20, 2021 Stayed at: 012, Loop: PTAR

5

The campground is beautiful. The trails are great. I’ve been coming to Ptarmigan Creek since 1967. It’s wonderful.

Kristina W

Verified

July 12, 2021 Stayed at: 003, Loop: PTAR

5

A great, quiet campsite only 20 miles from the city of Seward, with a hiking trail out to a beautiful lake that also includes campsites. Highly recommend a stay!

Catherine S

Verified

June 22, 2021 Stayed at: 008, Loop: PTAR

5

Beautiful setting. Nice wooded camping areas very private. Bathrooms clean. Camp hostess was helpful and showed us the direction to take the awesome trail. We had a lovely time. I would encourage campers to bring their own campfire wood as site doesn’t have much around.

Gary M

Verified

June 22, 2021 Stayed at: 012, Loop: PTAR

5

Nice campsites with lots of space and trees between sites for quiet and privacy. We really enjoyed the hike up to Ptarmigan lake. Bathrooms (pit toilets) were clean. Would love to stay here again or for longer.

Mariah H

Verified

June 15, 2021 Stayed at: 005, Loop: PTAR

5

Ptarmigan Creek is my favorite spot for a quiet getaway. Always clean, always quiet, love it!

Lynne K

Verified

June 14, 2021 Stayed at: 003, Loop: PTAR

5

A little noise from the Seward Hwy but not enough to be at all bothersome. All campsites have surrounding brush and trees to ensure privacy.
The water from the potable pump was a bit smelly and dark so wondered if still safe to drink. A good camping experience. We would certainly return.

Lance P

Verified

July 14, 2020 Stayed at: 003, Loop: PTAR

5

Great little campground down near Seward. Very small spots, not suitable for larger campers/RV's. Very poor cell reception there. If you wanting to get away, this is the place.

Location Ptarmigan Creek

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

Highway access

The campground is accessible via the Seward Highway, which is approximately 100 miles from Anchorage and connects directly to the site at Milepost 23.1.

Elevation: 147 feet

Distance to downtown

23 mi drive to downtown Seward (about 30 min)

Policies & Rules

General

  • Be bear aware; keep all food out of site in approved containers or locked inside your vehicle and remove all food from area after eating
  • Click here for more information on Chugach National Forest
  • 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.

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Last updated: September 8, 2026

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