Free Camping in Alaska

Alaska has 26 free camping spots in the Camphive database. Every listing on this page has a $0 fee. Most are dispersed sites on BLM land and in national forests; some are no-fee developed campgrounds. The highest-rated are listed below by Vistas score, Camphive's 1-10 scenic rating, and every listing links to a full page with location and details.

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Of the 26 top-rated spots listed below, 25 score 8 or higher on the Vistas scenic scale.

Top free camping spots in Alaska

• Kenai Fjords NP - Exit Glacier — AK - Seward · Free · Vistas 9.5
• EAGLE LAKE CABIN — EAGLE LAKE CABIN · Free · Vistas 9.5
• FLORENCE LAKE (EAST) CABIN — FLORENCE LAKE (EAST) CABIN · Free · Vistas 9.3
• Galbraith Lake Campground — Galbraith Lake Campground · Free · Vistas 9
• WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS CABIN — WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS CABIN · Free · Vistas 9
• YOUNG LAKE (NORTH) CABIN — YOUNG LAKE (NORTH) CABIN · Free · Vistas 9
• YOUNG LAKE (SOUTH) CABIN — YOUNG LAKE (SOUTH) CABIN · Free · Vistas 9
• Wrangell-St. Elias NP — AK - McCarthy · Free · Vistas 9
• UPPER PARADISE LAKE CABIN — UPPER PARADISE LAKE CABIN · Free · Vistas 8.8
• Black Bear Campground — Black Bear Campground · Free · Vistas 8.8
• SOUTHEAST HECKMAN CABIN — SOUTHEAST HECKMAN CABIN · Free · Vistas 8.8
• Barber Cabin (Chugach National Forest, AK) — Barber Cabin (Chugach National Forest, AK) · Free · Vistas 8.7
• LITTLE SHAHEEN CABIN — LITTLE SHAHEEN CABIN · Free · Vistas 8.7
• KATHLEEN LAKE CABIN — KATHLEEN LAKE CABIN · Free · Vistas 8.7
• Marion Creek Campground — Marion Creek Campground · Free · Vistas 8.6
• SITKOH LAKE (WEST) CABIN — SITKOH LAKE (WEST) CABIN · Free · Vistas 8.5
• Arctic Circle Campground — Arctic Circle Campground · Free · Vistas 8.5
• SITKOH LAKE (EAST) CABIN — SITKOH LAKE (EAST) CABIN · Free · Vistas 8.3
• WEST SWAN LAKE CABIN — WEST SWAN LAKE CABIN · Free · Vistas 8.3
• SALMON LAKE CABIN SITKA — SALMON LAKE CABIN SITKA · Free · Vistas 8.3
• White Mountains National Recreation Area - Alaska Cabins — White Mountains National Recreation Area - Alaska Cabins · Free · Vistas 8.2
• WEST POINT CABIN — WEST POINT CABIN · Free · Vistas 8.2
• Bertha Creek Campground — Bertha Creek Campground · Free · Vistas 8
• TRAIL RIVER — TRAIL RIVER · Free · Vistas 8
• GOOSE BAY CABIN — GOOSE BAY CABIN · Free · Vistas 8
• Brushkana Creek Campground — Brushkana Creek Campground · Free · Vistas 7.5

Open the interactive Alaska camping map on Camphive to browse all 26 spots with filters for free camping, RV access, and scenic ratings.

Alaska camping FAQ

Is camping really free in Alaska?

Yes. Every spot on this page lists a $0 fee: mostly dispersed sites on BLM land and in national forests, plus some no-fee developed campgrounds. Rules can change seasonally, so confirm with the managing agency linked on each spot's detail page before you go.

How long can you camp for free in Alaska?

On most BLM and national forest land the limit is 14 days within a 28-day period at one location, after which you must move. Exact limits vary by district, so check locally.

What should I expect at a free campsite in Alaska?

Most free sites are primitive: no water, no trash service, and often no toilets. Pack in your water, pack out your trash, check fire restrictions, and download an offline map since many of these spots have no cell coverage. 25 of the spots listed below score 8 or higher on Camphive's 1-10 Vistas scenic scale.

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