Ninilchik River Campground

How does a quiet riverside retreat combined with exceptional outdoor recreation sound? Situated along the picturesque Ninilchik River, the Ninilchik River Campground offers a serene camping experience with easy access to world-class fishing, diverse wildlife viewing, and the rich natural beauty of Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula. This campground has 43 individual sites that accommodate both RVs (no hookups) and tents, each equipped with picnic tables and fire rings to enhance your outdoor stay.

Surrounded by lush forest and the gentle flow of the Ninilchik River, the campground provides a tranquil escape with essential amenities such as accessible drinking water, vault toilets, and a dump station. Fishing enthusiasts will appreciate the campground’s direct river access, a hotspot for salmon and trout fishing, while nearby Ninilchik Beach invites clam digging and coastal exploration. Within a 30-minute drive, adventurers can enjoy halibut and salmon fishing charters or explore the charming local community of Ninilchik, complete with historical landmarks, a picturesque harbor, and scenic coastal views.

Located just off the Sterling Highway, this campground is an ideal base for day trips, weekend escapes, or longer excursions into Alaska’s rugged wilderness, offering an authentic blend of outdoor recreation and quiet comfort. Whether you're here to fish, relax by the campfire, or revel in the natural beauty, Ninilchik River Campground delivers a quintessential Alaska camping experience.