The best forest glamping near Houston, Alaska

If you're looking for a unique camping experience in the forest near Houston, Alaska, Hipcamp offers over 27 options for glamping in this serene location. With glamping sites starting as low as $29 per night and an average price of $133 per night, you'll find something to fit your budget. Top campsites, like Darell B.'s Magical Mountain (6 reviews), The Cozy Big Yurt-Off The Grid! (8 reviews), and Lulu's Tents and Events (2 reviews), provide a range of popular amenities such as pet-friendly accommodations, showers, and potable water. If you're looking for adventure, popular activities include paddling, surfing, and climbing.

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The best place to call home while you explore the MatSu Valley!

If you're looking for a unique camping experience in the forest near Houston, Alaska, Hipcamp offers over 27 options for glamping in this serene location. With glamping sites starting as low as $29 per night and an average price of $133 per night, you'll find something to fit your budget. Top campsites, like Darell B.'s Magical Mountain (6 reviews), The Cozy Big Yurt-Off The Grid! (8 reviews), and Lulu's Tents and Events (2 reviews), provide a range of popular amenities such as pet-friendly accommodations, showers, and potable water. If you're looking for adventure, popular activities include paddling, surfing, and climbing.

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1. The Glacier Breeze

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34mi from Houston · 2 sites · RVs, Lodging · Palmer, AK

The Glacier Breeze is located in Alaska’s beautiful Knik River Valley surrounded by breathtaking views of the Chugach Mountains. With the numerous adventures that you can take in the Knik River and Matsu areas, it makes for a perfect base camp. The property also makes for a great beginning or ending of your Alaskan trip with it being conveniently located a short hour drive from Anchorage. Why be in the city when you can be emersed in Alaska!

2. The Farmhouse atTaiga Tooth

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49mi from Houston · 10 sites · Lodging · Talkeetna, AK

TALKEETNA, ALASKA Overlooking Christiansen Lake. 7K (4.4 miles) from Talkeetna shops and dining. Upstairs suite with spacious balcony. This room contains a king bed. The private bath boasts large glass shower stall and deep bathtub. His n hers vanity. Walk in closet. Ground floor; large suite with private entrance onto porch and fields. There is one queen bed. Private bath with shower. The sitting room has a glass front wood burning stove for a cosy evening by the fire. Either suite is accessed from the main floor. On this floor, the kitchen, sitting room, dining area and balcony are available to our guests 24/7. Parking is available by the entrance. We also have two primitive cabins. Wood stoves. No plumbing. Guests must come fully equipped. We also have a one bedroom cabin, with all services. All cabins have adjacent parking. Two cabins have pull thru parking for pickup/trailer combinations. Our semi remote properties have camping options available in season. Adults only, preferred. No pets. We have dogs and farm animals on the property. Our shorefront and small float serve for swimming, fishing, or launching a canoe. Fly in guests may tie up at the float. Christiansen’s crystal clear waters provide wonderful fishing for rainbow and steelhead all summer, and through the ice in winter. Additional fishing, swimming and hiking is just down the road at our chain of lakes park - a good place for birding and berry picking. Cross country skiing possibilities are endless in winter. There are many back country trails, promising a true wilderness experience to off roaders whether on foot, on a bike, or atv. Unlimited camping is pemitted backpackers on Alaska State Lands. In season, guests may also reserve walk in camping on our semi remote properties. Tents, camp supplies and firewood may be set up for your adventure. Always be aware of fire danger. All fire danger warnings and restrictions are posted regularly and are mandatory!

3. Gnome Dome & Mushroom Room Hope AK

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49mi from Houston · 2 sites · Lodging · Hope, AK

Come stay at the Gnome Dome & Mushroom Room in Hope Alaska. Located conveniently off Resurrection Road near the Hope airport. These spacious bell tents sleep 4. Just B.Y.O.B. (Bring your own sleeping Bag) Or we have sleeping bags to rent. We have an outdoor firepit, camp chairs, and space to enjoy our neck of the woods.

4. Nancy Lake State Recreation Area

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133 sites · Big Lake, Alaska

Take a serene escape into Alaska's wilderness at Nancy Lake.

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5. 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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6. Little Bear Wilderness Retreat

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28mi from Houston · 2 sites · Lodging · Talkeetna, AK

Here at Little Bear Cabins 30 minutes from Talkeetna, Alaska and Willow youll find a working off grid homestead with privacy and nature everywhere. Offering guided Alaskan plant walks and more! Private cabins with a wandering creek to explore with kayaks or skis as well as bikes all included ! Late fall its filled with salmon and trout. World class fly fishing all around you! Winter time the Northern lights will dance over you! With many trails to wander along and a bridge to view or swim. Summer or winter .. The birds here are like no other located in the migrating route of the predatory birds. You'll find nests all along the creek of rare birds.. Each cabin is private and has a firepit fridge and potable water provided . There are groomed ski trails and walking trails for guests with kayaks and bike to use during your stay .I offer guided walks of the garden and In the forest to learn about the edible and medicinal plants of Alaska. You will find stillness and nature all around you..

7. Darell B.’s Magical Mountain

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28mi from Houston · 3 sites · Lodging · Anchorage, AK

Sleepy Bear cabin was built as a retreat for my father here in Alaska. Our 1st year listed on Hipcamp our cabin came in second in best places to stay in Alaska with Hipcamp. The last 2 years we were still mentioned in the top 10 with some pretty stiff competition. Eagle River South Fork trail with stunning views of Eagle and Symphony lakes is a short bike ride away. Breathtaking Barbara Falls is in our valley 10mins away. You hike up to the falls and feels its breath. Our Mountain views at 2000' elevation in the alpine forest with the 7000' snow covered peaks at the back of the valley will awe you. Morning coffee on your private deck alone is worth the trip. We know you will love our little mountain get away. I came to Alaska in the 90's with the Coast Guard. It was always my dream to come back. Alaska has a hold on you no other place possesses. Since our move back almost 6 years ago, our family has blossomed. We love living here and want to share our love of Alaska with others.

8. The Wilds

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16mi from Houston · 3 sites · Lodging · Fishhook, AK

Our off-grid property is situated on 200 private acres of beautiful Alaskan land. We have five miles of trails right out your cabin door and beautiful views of the Susitna River throughout. The Talkeetna Mountains serve as an incredible backdrop to it all. We live on the property, as do our array of animals. We have a family of geese and chickens who will welcome you with open wings, as well as two dogs and three cats. We operate off of solar and generated power and while the cabins do have limited electricity, we ask that you We are located just 55 miles from the Anchorage Airport, 12 miles from downtown Palmer and 14 miles from downtown Wasilla. Best of all, were just 2.8 miles from Government Peak Recreation Area and 10 miles from Hatcher Pass, so if it's adventure you're looking for, you're in luck! If you’re looking for a fun day trip, we’re just an hour and a half from Talkeetna and 3.5 hours from Denali. We've named our property The Wilds because it is wild! A large portion of our land is protected by a conservation easement, so it can never be developed. We cherish that responsibility and are excited to share the rawness of this land with you!

9. Chugach National Forest

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414 sites · Tatitlek, Alaska

Surround yourself with millions of acres of wild forests, mountains and river valleys.

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Public campgrounds near Houston

Nancy Lake Canoe Trail Campground

11mi from Houston · 5 sites · Tents, RVs · in Nancy Lake State Recreation Area

You can camp at the campgrounds near the lake, but the mountain sheep herds at the top, plus this view...it's worth the effort to hike up.

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Eklutna Lake Campground

25mi from Houston · 61 sites · Tents, RVs · in Chugach State Park

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Crow Pass Cabin

44mi from Houston · 1 site · in Chugach National Forest

Stories from the community

Myriah

September 2025

7 nights at The Wilds

Everything was perfect... The hospitality, recommendations & responsiveness! I had the most wonderful time at The Wilds. It actually started to feel like home 🏡🍃❤️🏔 They have such a beautiful property! It's been one of my favorite places to stay through Airbnb, by far. Would highly recommend!

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Kim

August 2025

1 night at Little Bear Wilderness Retreat

Highly recommend Shelley’s place! The cabin is so cozy and peaceful. Her land is beautiful. There are short trails and kayaks to use. Great place to rest and reset.

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Kimberley

July 2025

2 nights at Darell B.’s Magical Mountain

It was a nice place. Very quiet and relaxing. The view from the deck was perfect. The only thing I’d recommend is maybe adding a sign or something similar at the end of the driveway so it stands out a bit. It took me a few minutes to find it.

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Robert

July 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Darell B.’s Magical Mountain

I loved having a stream nearby to hear water in the morning or whenever.i would definitely stay here again and in future.

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Robert

July 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Darell B.’s Magical Mountain

Ambient water running nearby mountain scene quite and cozy. Would definitely stay here again

Magalie

July 2025

2 nights at Darell B.’s Magical Mountain

The host was very welcoming, the cabin was really nice, clean and beautiful. 20 min walk from south fork valley trail!

Virginia

July 2025

1 night at The Glacier Breeze

We had a great time! It was a much needed relaxed night. The hosts were communicating well and allowed us to check in early even though we ended up not needing to, because we kept stopping for photos on our trip. This place had great hot water and amenities! Would def stay here again.

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Valerie

June 2025

Weekend Trip to Darell B.’s Magical Mountain

We were absolutely thrilled with Darell’s cabin. It was so cute and cozy with everything needed to make for a comfortable stay. It has a great view and the hosts are incredibly accommodating. They allowed us to use their personal grill when we arrived because the city had a burn ban put into effect the day we arrived and we couldn’t cook over the fire pit. They also allow dogs and even put a towel to dry our lab off with before we brought her inside. We will definitely be returning in the future.

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Pam

March 2025

2 nights at Little Bear Wilderness Retreat

Shelley was very responsive and flexible. The cabin itself was cozy and included all the basics.