The best dog-friendly campgrounds near Whittier, Alaska

Bringing your dog? Whittier has over 600 pet-friendly campsites—plenty of space to stretch paws and legs alike. Prices start at just $20 a night, but expect an average closer to $135. You’ll find spots with showers, pet-friendly rules, and toilets, so you’re not roughing it unless you want to. Trails wind through spruce forests and along mountain ridges, with wildlife-watching and hiking right from your site. Horseback riding is a local favorite. For a proven pick, check out Hideaway Camp (Single Camp Spot!) (16 reviews), Darell B.’s Magical Mountain (8 reviews), or Bear Necessities Cottages (5 reviews). Pack for the weather, leash up, and hit the trails—Whittier’s ready for you and your four-legged explorer.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Bringing your dog? Whittier has over 600 pet-friendly campsites—plenty of space to stretch paws and legs alike. Prices start at just $20 a night, but expect an average closer to $135. You’ll find spots with showers, pet-friendly rules, and toilets, so you’re not roughing it unless you want to. Trails wind through spruce forests and along mountain ridges, with wildlife-watching and hiking right from your site. Horseback riding is a local favorite. For a proven pick, check out Hideaway Camp (Single Camp Spot!) (16 reviews), Darell B.’s Magical Mountain (8 reviews), or Bear Necessities Cottages (5 reviews). Pack for the weather, leash up, and hit the trails—Whittier’s ready for you and your four-legged explorer.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. The Glacier Breeze

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47mi from Whittier · 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. Twin Peaks Sleeps

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47mi from Whittier · 13 sites · RVs · Chugiak, AK

Escape the hustle and bustle of crowded campgrounds and immerse yourself in the serene beauty of Eklutna Valley at Twin Peaks Sleeps. With astounding mountain views, staying at TP Sleeps will take your breath away when you step out your door. Nestled on the north edge Anchorage, Alaska, our accommodations provide a perfect blend of comfort and adventure. Explore the stunning surroundings, play at Eklutna Lake and stay in quiet comfort at our 2 RV sites, large house or small apartment. Twin Peaks Sleeps are your gateway to a peaceful escape amidst the breathtaking landscapes of Eklutna Valley.

3. Darell B.’s Magical Mountain

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42mi from Whittier · 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.

4. High Acres

49mi from Whittier · 1 site · Tent, RV · Palmer, AK

Raw property located in the gorgeous Knik River/Butte area outside Palmer, Alaska. Close to river access, 20 minutes to the city of Palmer.

5. Seward Camping

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50mi from Whittier · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Seward, AK

Welcome to my property in Seward! You can enjoy rugged camping and a few basic glamping options here with us.

6. Resurrection Rentals

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34mi from Whittier · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Hope, AK

Resurrection Rentals offers 2 dry campsites. The campsites sits on a property with other rentals. But with plenty of trees you feel like you have your own area to rest up for the live music each weekend evening at one of 3 restaurants in town or the wedding or event that you’re in town for. We are a pet friendly property Biking, hiking, rafting/kayaking, fishing are available during the summer in Hope

7. Bear Necessities Cottages

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49mi from Whittier · 9 sites · Tents, Lodging · Seward, AK

Come and experience the tranquility of our cottages nestled in the trees in beautiful Seward, Alaska. Whether you're looking for a weekend getaway or a longer retreat, our cozy cottages provide the perfect escape. Immerse yourself in the peaceful surroundings. Right away you are surrounded by nature and wildlife. Explore the nearby hiking trails, go fishing or kayaking in the crystal-clear rivers, take one of our many site-viewing and animal viewing cruises or simply relax in your private cottage and soak in the Alaskan nature. At Bear Necessities Cottages, we pride ourselves on providing a comfortable and memorable stay for all of our guests. We are family owned and operated and dedicated to ensuring that your visit is everything you imagined and more. We live on site so you always have someone close by.

8. Nauti Otter Inn and Yurt Village

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49mi from Whittier · 11 sites · Tents, Lodging · Seward, AK

Campers Two vintage 1960 Campers. Accommodates from two to three people. Includes all linens. Cabins Six rustic cabins, Accommodates from one to five people. Includes all linens. Access to the Inn with two fully stocked kitchens, a shower house, an outdoor toilet, and an indoor shower and toilet. WiFi, living room, dining area, small dining nook, outdoor sink, and fire pit. Pancake and waffle breakfast.

9. BRIDGE CABIN at Bear Creek Lodge

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34mi from Whittier · 1 site · Lodging · Hope, AK

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.

10. Nauti Otter Inn Yurt Village

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48mi from Whittier · 20 sites · Lodging · Seward, AK

Experience Alaskan hospitality at the Nauti Otter. From the seclusion of our vintage campers or rustic cabins to the social atmosphere of our inn with private rooms or hostel beds, we have something for everyone. For a truly unforgettable adventure, try glamping in our unique yurts surrounded by enchanting forest.

Camper favorites near Whittier

Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

High Acres

49mi from Whittier · 1 site · Tent, RV · Palmer, AK

Raw property located in the gorgeous Knik River/Butte area outside Palmer, Alaska. Close to river access, 20 minutes to the city of Palmer.

Seward Camping

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50mi from Whittier · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Seward, AK

Welcome to my property in Seward! You can enjoy rugged camping and a few basic glamping options here with us.

Resurrection Rentals

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34mi from Whittier · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Hope, AK

Resurrection Rentals offers 2 dry campsites. The campsites sits on a property with other rentals. But with plenty of trees you feel like you have your own area to rest up for the live music each weekend evening at one of 3 restaurants in town or the wedding or event that you’re in town for. We are a pet friendly property Biking, hiking, rafting/kayaking, fishing are available during the summer in Hope

Bear Necessities Cottages

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49mi from Whittier · 9 sites · Tents, Lodging · Seward, AK

Come and experience the tranquility of our cottages nestled in the trees in beautiful Seward, Alaska. Whether you're looking for a weekend getaway or a longer retreat, our cozy cottages provide the perfect escape. Immerse yourself in the peaceful surroundings. Right away you are surrounded by nature and wildlife. Explore the nearby hiking trails, go fishing or kayaking in the crystal-clear rivers, take one of our many site-viewing and animal viewing cruises or simply relax in your private cottage and soak in the Alaskan nature. At Bear Necessities Cottages, we pride ourselves on providing a comfortable and memorable stay for all of our guests. We are family owned and operated and dedicated to ensuring that your visit is everything you imagined and more. We live on site so you always have someone close by.

Nauti Otter Inn and Yurt Village

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49mi from Whittier · 11 sites · Tents, Lodging · Seward, AK

Campers Two vintage 1960 Campers. Accommodates from two to three people. Includes all linens. Cabins Six rustic cabins, Accommodates from one to five people. Includes all linens. Access to the Inn with two fully stocked kitchens, a shower house, an outdoor toilet, and an indoor shower and toilet. WiFi, living room, dining area, small dining nook, outdoor sink, and fire pit. Pancake and waffle breakfast.

BRIDGE CABIN at Bear Creek Lodge

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34mi from Whittier · 1 site · Lodging · Hope, AK

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.

Nauti Otter Inn Yurt Village

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48mi from Whittier · 20 sites · Lodging · Seward, AK

Experience Alaskan hospitality at the Nauti Otter. From the seclusion of our vintage campers or rustic cabins to the social atmosphere of our inn with private rooms or hostel beds, we have something for everyone. For a truly unforgettable adventure, try glamping in our unique yurts surrounded by enchanting forest.

Public campgrounds near Whittier

Decision Point Campground

7mi from Whittier · 2 sites · in Decision Point State Marine Park

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Williwaw Campground

7.2mi from Whittier · 19 sites · Tents, RVs · in Chugach National Forest

Black Bear Campground

7.6mi from Whittier · 13 sites · Tents, RVs · in Chugach National Forest

Surprise Cove Campground

9.2mi from Whittier · 7 sites · in Surprise Cove State Marine Park

Pigot Bay Cabin

10mi from Whittier · 1 site · in Chugach National Forest

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Entry Cove Campground

10mi from Whittier · 10 sites · in Entry Cove State Marine Park

Paulson Bay Cabin

11mi from Whittier · 1 site · in Chugach National Forest

Ziegler Cove Campground

12mi from Whittier · 1 site · in Ziegler Cove State Marine Park

Shrode Lake Cabin

15mi from Whittier · 1 site · in Chugach National Forest

Bettles Bay Campground

17mi from Whittier · 3 sites · in Bettles Bay State Marine Park

Bertha Creek Campground

20mi from Whittier · 12 sites · Tents, RVs · in Chugach National Forest

South Esther Island Campground

20mi from Whittier · 1 site · in South Esther Island State Marine Park

Stories from the community

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Selena

August 2025

Group trip

2 nights at Bear Necessities Cottages

Our stay at Moose Lodge Cabins was even better than we expected. The cabin was extremely comfortable, well-equipped with everything we needed, and even a few thoughtful extras we didn’t realize we’d want. The location is convenient to Seward yet tucked away in a quiet, peaceful setting. We highly recommend Moose Lodge Cabins and would gladly stay here again.

Maggie

August 2025

1 night at Nauti Otter Inn Yurt Village

Very clean, excellent layout and comfortable beds! Would stay here again. It was my parent’s first time staying in a yurt, or using a communal kitchen, and it was a great experience for them. Would recommend.

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Eugenie

July 2025

20 ft Class C

3 nights at Resurrection Rentals

I loved the location of his sites! Chris was extremely helpful with where we put the RV. I would love to come back to hope in the future.

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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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Ola

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Bear Necessities Cottages

Very clean facilities and a lovely neighborhood!!

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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

Kira

July 2025

2 nights at Nauti Otter Inn and Yurt Village

Amazing stay at the Loon Saloon! Super cute accommodations and terrific amenities. Staff was wonderful. Highly recommend and will definitely stay here if visiting the area in the future.

Grace

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Nauti Otter Inn Yurt Village

I will be forever dreaming about our next stay at the Nauru Otter Yurt Village. My husband multiple times during our stay kept saying I can’t wait until we can come back and stay here longer. They thought of literally everything. Comfortable, clean, charming, fun, we cannot say enough great things about this fairytale like yurt village.

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Nancy

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Seward Camping

There was nonsafe place to put up a tent are barely park a sprinter van… essentially it is a construction site … not a remote place at all

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Goldie

July 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Seward Camping

The host still has work to do before his beautiful land lives up to its full potential however his kindness & willingness to go above & beyond to accommodate more then makes up for it. We had a great time & would come again. I suspect there will be more improvements by then too (:

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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!

Nice quiet RV spot away from the madness of the public use area.

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Gina

June 2025

20 ft campervan

With kids

1 night at The Glacier Breeze

Very beautiful spot and nice hosts. Thank you for letting us camp out for the night!

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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.

Val

June 2025

Weekend Trip to Nauti Otter Inn and Yurt Village

The Lumberjack Shack was a great stay! Clean, surprisingly roomy, and very adorably Alaskan. Nauti Otter staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. The shared spaces (kitchen, bathrooms, living room) were also spotless. Highly recommend for a stay in Steward!

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Britni

June 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Seward Camping

Nice quiet spot for camping. Would definitely stay there again! Troy was responsive and helpful.

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Amanda

May 2025

21 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to The Glacier Breeze

We had a great time at the Glacier Breeze site. Beautiful views, level spot, nice picnic table and Fire ring. Our kids had plenty of room to roam and ride bikes. Would recommend!

Julie

May 2025

With pets

1 night at Nauti Otter Inn and Yurt Village

So very cute loved the cabins esp the beaver boudoir!!! ! Well stocked kitchen and fun playing Rumikube with international travelers ! Smores around the fire ! Great night