About Quartz Creek Campground
Number of accommodations: 44
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2026 Season availability
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Reviews (370)
What Guests Are Saying
Quartz Creek Campground is highly praised for its beautiful location, cleanliness, and well-maintained facilities. Many reviewers appreciate the spacious sites, friendly camp hosts, and access to Kenai Lake and nearby activities. However, there are concerns about the reservation system being too restrictive, making it difficult for locals to secure last-minute spots, as many reserved sites often remain empty.
What Guests Are Saying
Quartz Creek Campground is highly praised for its beautiful location, cleanliness, and well-maintained facilities. Many reviewers appreciate the spacious sites, friendly camp hosts, and access to Kenai Lake and nearby activities. However, there are concerns about the reservation system being too restrictive, making it difficult for locals to secure last-minute spots, as many reserved sites often remain empty.
Review Summary
Wayne F
VerifiedAugust 9, 2023 • Stayed at: 025, Loop: AREA QUARTZ CREEK CAMPGROUND
Our original site #45 was a disaster. The forest service put a gate at exactly the wrong spot to prevent us to maneuver our RV into the campsite. We have a large class A. Smaller Class C RVs and small trailers would not have created the problem.
The problem was compounded by the fact that every site in the entire campground was reservable and reserved.
The camp host however saved the day. Even though the gate was in the wrong location and we didn't get to stay in site 45. Without the on-the-ball camp host who overcame the problem created by inept planning on the part of the forest service, the rating would have been a 1 rather than a 5.
Wayne F
VerifiedAugust 9, 2023 • Stayed at: 025, Loop: AREA QUARTZ CREEK CAMPGROUND
Our original site #45 was a disaster. The forest service put a gate at exactly the wrong spot to prevent us to maneuver our RV into the campsite. We have a large class A. Smaller Class C RVs and small trailers would not have created the problem.
The problem was compounded by the fact that every site in the entire campground was reservable and reserved.
The camp host however saved the day. Even though the gate was in the wrong location and we didn't get to stay in site 45. Without the on-the-ball camp host who overcame the problem created by inept planning on the part of the forest service, the rating would have been a 1 rather than a 5.
Jeff M
VerifiedAugust 7, 2023 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: AREA QUARTZ CREEK CAMPGROUND
One of our favorite spots-so beautiful and conveniently located for day trips into Seward or Kenai
Jeff M
VerifiedAugust 7, 2023 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: AREA QUARTZ CREEK CAMPGROUND
One of our favorite spots-so beautiful and conveniently located for day trips into Seward or Kenai
lisa a
VerifiedJuly 31, 2023 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: AREA QUARTZ CREEK CAMPGROUND
Rude camp hosts at Quartz Creek, be aware.
lisa a
VerifiedJuly 31, 2023 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: AREA QUARTZ CREEK CAMPGROUND
Rude camp hosts at Quartz Creek, be aware.
Andrea N
VerifiedJuly 30, 2023 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: AREA QUARTZ CREEK CAMPGROUND
Great place to camp! Quiet, clean, neat and well organized. I wish all national forest campgrounds were like this one!
Andrea N
VerifiedJuly 30, 2023 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: AREA QUARTZ CREEK CAMPGROUND
Great place to camp! Quiet, clean, neat and well organized. I wish all national forest campgrounds were like this one!
Russell D
VerifiedJuly 27, 2023 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: AREA QUARTZ CREEK CAMPGROUND
After 4 years of on-and-off van life around the US from CA to FL to Mexico to Canada and now Alaska, Quartz Creek is one of our favorite campgrounds which a local recommended. Sites are spacious and spread out for privacy.
Views of woods, mountains and Kenai Lake, depending on campsite.
Walking distance to Sunrise Inn & Motel for yummy meals, Cooper Landing Brewery and a bar with pool and darts for late night.
The only annoying part was pet owners that just let their dogs bark away which echoed across lake, spoiling the serene vibe for others.
Camphost Manager Jerry was extremely welcoming, friendly and personable which was a great first impression as we checked in.
It was hard to leave. Might have to return one day if our travels bring us by again.
FYI...since this a National Campground, Access Pass holders get 50% off for each night!
Russell D
VerifiedJuly 27, 2023 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: AREA QUARTZ CREEK CAMPGROUND
After 4 years of on-and-off van life around the US from CA to FL to Mexico to Canada and now Alaska, Quartz Creek is one of our favorite campgrounds which a local recommended. Sites are spacious and spread out for privacy.
Views of woods, mountains and Kenai Lake, depending on campsite.
Walking distance to Sunrise Inn & Motel for yummy meals, Cooper Landing Brewery and a bar with pool and darts for late night.
The only annoying part was pet owners that just let their dogs bark away which echoed across lake, spoiling the serene vibe for others.
Camphost Manager Jerry was extremely welcoming, friendly and personable which was a great first impression as we checked in.
It was hard to leave. Might have to return one day if our travels bring us by again.
FYI...since this a National Campground, Access Pass holders get 50% off for each night!
Location Quartz Creek Campground
Address:
Seward Ranger District, 33599 Ranger Station Spur
Seward, AK, 99664
United States
From Anchorage, Alaska, take Seward Highway to Sterling Highway south for 100 miles and turn onto Quartz Creek Road before reaching Kenai Lake.
Latitude & Longitude: 60.4786 / -149.728
Elevation: 137 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 food securely to prevent bear encounters.
Local regulations
- Season dates are subject to change based on weather conditions.
Vehicles & parking
- A maximum of 2 vehicles are allowed per campground.
Fires & fuel
- Fires must only be made in designated fire pits.
- The use of fireworks and firearms is not allowed.
- Do not move firewood to avoid spreading pests; buy it near your campsite.
General
- Click here for more information on Chugach National Forest
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Last updated: June 9, 2026
