The best campgrounds near Kenai, Alaska with swimming

Looking for a camping experience near Kenai, Alaska with swimming? Look no further than Magical Camping Ocean, Volcano Views (14 reviews), a tranquil getaway at The Quiet Serene Wild Wellness Farm (12 reviews), or a unique experience at Kilcher Homestead MiracleMeadow (5 reviews), you'll find the perfect spot. Plus, all of these campsites offer popular amenities like campfires, toilets, and cooking equipment. And if you're up for more adventure, you can also enjoy snow sports, off-roading (OHV), and even surfing. So pack your swimwear and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience in Kenai, Alaska!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Kenai

Looking for a camping experience near Kenai, Alaska with swimming? Look no further than Magical Camping Ocean, Volcano Views (14 reviews), a tranquil getaway at The Quiet Serene Wild Wellness Farm (12 reviews), or a unique experience at Kilcher Homestead MiracleMeadow (5 reviews), you'll find the perfect spot. Plus, all of these campsites offer popular amenities like campfires, toilets, and cooking equipment. And if you're up for more adventure, you can also enjoy snow sports, off-roading (OHV), and even surfing. So pack your swimwear and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience in Kenai, Alaska!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Kenai

1. Magical Camping Ocean,Volcano Views

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27mi from Kenai · 2 sites · Tents

Learn more about this land: This Clam Gulch 5.5 acre property offers Bluff tent camping in two locations:  Campsite 1 The Meadows, a very large meadow overlooking Cook Inlet and Campsite 3 The Sweet Spot, a secluded  meadow with an unbelieveable view of Cook Inlet and Mount Redoubt .   Wake up and watch the surf roll in from 200' up.  The only thing you will hear is birds and surf.  The Site 1 The Meadows, is a very large meadow which is kept mowed.  It is accessed by foot on a loop trail from the parking area (the Moose Trail) or from parking near the Pink Shed.  It is close to the outdoor table and gazebo allowed for guest use. This site can accomodate three tents. Site 3 The Sweet Spot  is the newest campsite.  It is also accessed by the Moose Trail, and has an unbelievable view of Cook Inlet and Mount Redoubt.  Have coffee and watch the sun rise. It is about 100 yards from the parking area Trails to the meadows are maintained and marked. Campers may  use the gazebo, picnic table, swing, charcoal barbecue, and the granite table located on the Bluff near the Owner's cabin, next to the gazebo. Vehicles must park in  designated campsite parking areas, and campers take the short walk to Site 1 or Site 3 camping meadows.   There is a Porta-Potty Near the Bluff Cabin.  There is also a first aid kit.   Campers please bring your own water.   We recommend 8 gallons for two days.  Closest potable free water for refills is Rocky's in Kasilof.  Volcano and ocean views to die for! This is approximately 3.5 hours from Anchorage. Clam Gulch Beach is 4 miles, Deep Creek Beach and Ninilchik Beach is 14 miles.  Anchor Point and Homer are less than an hour's drive.

2. 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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Toilets

Campfires

3. Ninilchik State Recreation Area

57 sites · Ninilchik, Alaska

Discover Ninilchik's natural beauty and outdoor adventures.

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Toilets

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Public campgrounds near Kenai

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Morgan's Landing State Recreation Area

12mi from Kenai · 51 sites · Tents, RVs · in Kenai River Special Management Area

Izaak Walton Campground

16mi from Kenai · 31 sites · Tents, RVs · in Kenai River Special Management Area

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Bings Landing Campground

17mi from Kenai · 36 sites · Tents, RVs · in Kenai River Special Management Area

Ninilchik River Campground

25mi from Kenai · 39 sites · Tents, RVs · in Ninilchik State Recreation Area

Ninilchik Scenic Overlook

39mi from Kenai · 9 sites · Tents, RVs · in Ninilchik State Recreation Area

Ninilchik View Campground

39mi from Kenai · 9 sites · Tents, RVs · in Ninilchik State Recreation Area

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Thompson

August 2025

Tent

2 nights at Magical Camping Ocean,Volcano Views

The Sweet Spot was amazing! Serena was very communicative and the site was lovely. Would recommend it to anyone looking for a beautiful and quiet spot for the night.

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Rick

July 2025

Tent

Group trip

1 night at Magical Camping Ocean,Volcano Views

Serena was a super host! The campsite was as advertised, but when we got there we noticed that the Meadows site better fit our needs than the Sweet Spot and was unoccupied at the time. Serena was quick to our request to change sites and generous in accommodating our request. She also helped us with an unexpected supply shortage and saved us a long trip to the closest store. The site itself is lovely, very quiet and right next to shore so it gave us a beautiful sunrise view of Mt. Redoubt. With Serena's assistance we had a great and memorable stay!