Lake Camping Near Cooper Landing, Alaska, US: 12 Best Lake Campsites 2026

In Cooper Landing, lake camping means you wake up to mountain reflections and the sound of water lapping at the shore. With over 210 lakefront campsites, you can choose spots perfect for hiking, wildlife-watching, and swimming—without straying far from your tent. Prices average $133 a night, but you’ll find options starting at $75. Showers, toilets, and pet-friendly policies are standard at most sites. Standout stays like BRIDGE CABIN at Bear Creek Lodge (1 review) and Historic Wharfsite at Sunrise AK (1 review) get high marks from campers. Lake camping here isn’t about roughing it—it's about swapping city noise for eagle calls and glacier-fed swims.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Cooper Landing

In Cooper Landing, lake camping means you wake up to mountain reflections and the sound of water lapping at the shore. With over 210 lakefront campsites, you can choose spots perfect for hiking, wildlife-watching, and swimming—without straying far from your tent. Prices average $133 a night, but you’ll find options starting at $75. Showers, toilets, and pet-friendly policies are standard at most sites. Standout stays like BRIDGE CABIN at Bear Creek Lodge (1 review) and Historic Wharfsite at Sunrise AK (1 review) get high marks from campers. Lake camping here isn’t about roughing it—it's about swapping city noise for eagle calls and glacier-fed swims.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Cooper Landing

1. Evenson Heritage Lodge in Kenai

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49mi from Cooper Landing · 4 sites · Tents, RVs

This is a lakeside spot for RV or tent camping (bring your own RV or camping gear). There is a picnic table and a fire pit. Water and solar power are available. When camping there, the private area of surrounding wilderness is about 5 acres. The cleared camp site is 45x75 feet. The property in it's entirety is about 150 acres shared with a lodge and a couple of other sites separated by wilderness and having two lakes. This site has direct access to Marie Lake which is suitable for swimming and play. Renters of the campsite will be given access to Bishop Lake, which can be fished for trout when open and your motorcraft can be used.

2. BRIDGE CABIN at Bear Creek Lodge

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30mi from Cooper Landing · 1 site · Lodging

Welcome to The Bridge Cabin, a charming dry cabin nestled on two private acres in the historic town of Hope, Alaska. Part of the Bear Creek Lodge community, this cabin offers a serene and secluded retreat surrounded by natural beauty. The cabin itself is one of eight individual cabins within the Bear Creek Lodge property. It provides a cozy and rustic atmosphere, perfect for immersing yourself in the peaceful ambiance of the Alaskan wilderness. While the cabin does not have plumbing or electricity, there is convenient access to an old outhouse nearby. For added comfort and convenience, guests of The Bridge Cabin have access to modern indoor facilities located across Bear Creek at the main lodge. Here, you'll find shared showers, toilets, and sinks, ensuring that you can freshen up after a day of outdoor adventures. During your stay, be sure to explore the nearby amenities, including a coffee shop at the lodge and the Dirty Skillet evening dinner house. Whether you're seeking outdoor activities or simply want to relax and unwind in a tranquil setting, The Bridge Cabin offers the perfect retreat in scenic Hope, Alaska.

3. Mackey Lake RV And Cabins

39mi from Cooper Landing · 3 sites · RVs

I have 3 spots available - No hook ups. Just a spot. Located kitty corner to Talon Air. 2 Acre lot with a home. RV spots are located in the front of the property. Easy in and out. Has a wrap around Driveway. I have 3 spots, 1 -34 ft RV and 2 - 24 ft RV spots. Just 3 miles from Fred Meyer and 4 miles from the Kenai River. Talon air bear and fishing trips easy to walk to accross the street.

4. Kenai River Special Management Area

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128 sites · Kenai, Alaska

Discover the serene beauty of Kenai River Special Management Area.

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5. Crooked Creek State Recreation Site

80 sites · Funny River, Alaska

Discover the allure of Crooked Creek State Recreation Site.

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6. Chugach State Park

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146 sites · Anchorage, Alaska

Explore the Eagle River and this exceptionally large park filled with mountains, glaciers, and forests.

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7. Safety Cove State Marine Park

1 site · Lowell Point, Alaska

Discover the serene beauty of Safety Cove State Marine Park.

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Public campgrounds near Cooper Landing

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Bings Landing Campground

29mi from Cooper Landing · 36 sites · Tents, RVs · in Kenai River Special Management Area

Izaak Walton Campground

31mi from Cooper Landing · 31 sites · Tents, RVs · in Kenai River Special Management Area

Crooked Creek Campground

35mi from Cooper Landing · 80 sites · Tents, RVs · in Crooked Creek State Recreation Site

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Morgan's Landing State Recreation Area

35mi from Cooper Landing · 51 sites · Tents, RVs · in Kenai River Special Management Area

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Bird Creek Campground

35mi from Cooper Landing · 28 sites · Tents, RVs · in Chugach State Park

Safety Cove Campground

41mi from Cooper Landing · 1 site · Tent, RV · in Safety Cove State Marine Park

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Teresa

July 2025

20 ft travel trailer

2 nights at Evenson Heritage Lodge in Kenai

Beautiful location and close to town. We rented campsite #4. It was a tight fit for our trailer (20Ft) but we managed. I would not recommend any larger travel trailer for this site. The site had access to numerous locations to walk, fish, canoe, and view an eagles nest. We had our small dogs with us and remained cautious of the nature that surrounded us. No doggie snacks for the eagles. The site has an awesome view of the lake. Plenty of sunlight to charge our solar batteries on our trailer. Once again, please do not think you can fit your 24ftr in there safely, it just shouldn't happen. The gound is a bit soft but only because its a fairly new site. Bugs were not that bad but we had our thermacells to keep insects at bay. We did not have to use any spray repellental at all. It is a bit on the spendy side, but seclusion, beauty, and tranquility are guaranteed. We are looking for to seeing The Everson Homestead again.

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Nicholas

July 2025

2 nights at BRIDGE CABIN at Bear Creek Lodge

We loved the cozy cabin, the wood fired cook stove, the beautiful river right next to it, and all of the very helpful kind staff, would stay there again and again if we could! Sauna was an especially nice feature after rafting six mile river. No running water or working stove other than wood fired one, be ready to go back in time a bit, but everything you need is just over the bridge at the main cafe building

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Abigail

July 2025

20 ft pop-up camper

Weekend Trip to Evenson Heritage Lodge in Kenai

This was an amazing trip! There were awesome views and easy water access. Hosts had great communication yet still gave us our space. We will be back and would definitely recommend!

DanielHeidi

July 2025

Tent

With pets

3 nights at Evenson Heritage Lodge in Kenai

We loved being able to have out dogs off leash and we loved the lakes and space we had! Would absolutely love to cone back. Hosts were so kind and helpful.

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Monica

July 2025

Tent

With kids

2 nights at Evenson Heritage Lodge in Kenai

We had a great time tent camping here! The lake was beautiful and the property was very private. It was a great place for our kids and dogs to play. The hosts were very helpful and provided very convenient amenities!