Copper River Campground

RV & Tent Camping on the Klutina River

Welcome to Salmon Grove Campground on the Klutina River! We aim to accommodate the traveling fisherman, fisher-woman, expert or novice angler looking for a place to hone their fishing skills.

Salmon Grove Campground is located on the shore of the Klutina River and is home to a large run of King and red salmon. It is possible to catch your limit of red salmon from your campsite.

Fishing is the normal activity around here and it is easy to master the art of flossing for red salmon when your campsite is the best place to fish. Spend a day, week, or month at Salmon Grove catching and storing your salmon for the winter ahead. We are here to support your fishing pursuit. Commercial fish processing, freezers, and a tackle shop are available for your convenience.

Salmon Grove Campground offers wonderful views of Wrangell St. Elias National Park. The ice-covered peaks that tower above the Copper River can be viewed from the campground. When fishing is slow the mountain viewing is amazing

RV Site- Wooded Area

Enjoy a partially shaded RV campsite that sits back from the river.

Rv dry site $35
Rv basic electric $45 (15amp) adapter needed

Tent Site- Riverfront

Enjoy this waterfront tent campsite on the Klutina River in a grove of trees. This site offers some shade and is very close to the river. The ground is soft. From $30

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Features & Amenities

Fully outfitted tent camps are available. Call us to have your all-inclusive camp set up and waiting for your arrival.
Hot Showers
Our shower house is open 24 hours. The showers require tokens that can be purchased at the office.
Laundry
Coin-operated washers and dryers can be found behind the shower building. A laundry service is available.
RV Dump Station – There is a dump station available for your convenience. Our sites are too close to the river to allow for full hookups, but you can pull over to dump at any time.

Tackle Shop

Salmon Grove Tackle shop has everything you need to target salmon in the Copper River Basin. Fishing line, hooks, and sinkers. We rent fly rods and waders. There is a fishing rod repair service and custom fishing rods for sale in the shop. We sell a wide variety of hand-tied flies for all the fish species in the area.

Commercial Fish Processing

$1.50 per pound

We can seal your fish in the thickest, most durable 5-mill bags on the market using our industrial vacuum sealer. Fish boxes and shipping via Fed Ex are available for an additional charge

Dip Net the Copper River

Salmon Grove on the Klutina River is located 1 mile from the confluence of the Copper River. We offer dip net transportation from the campground from June- September. Our dip net transportation gains you access to the Glennallen subdistrict fishery subsistence all Alaska Residents can obtain the permit online or at their local Fish and Game Office. give us a call at (907) 822-5822

Campground Activities

Trail Hiking

Salmon Grove campground is located on the Klutina River confluence trail that leads downstream to the Copper River. The moderate hiking trail down to the Copper River follows the south bank of the Klutina River to the Copper River. Depending on water levels the hike may require waders or rain boots because you will have to wade across several side channels before a short uphill jaunt that quickly leads back to the river. Enjoy breathtaking views, wildlife viewing, and fishing opportunities along the way.

Fishing

Try your luck with Alaska salmon fishing right from your campsite. Our riverfront campground is the perfect place to park your rig and fish. Enjoy a world-class fishing experience for the famous red salmon. We offer fishing equipment rentals for the self-guided, DIY fisherman, fully guided Copper River Salmon fishing trips, and fishing clinics/lessons for those who want to learn more. Camp at Salmon Grove and experience the best salmon fishing in Alaska!

River Rafting

Rafting is a great way to explore the Alaskan wilderness. There are more rivers than roads, allowing easy passage through otherwise impenetrable terrain. Drift with ease smoothly down the many rivers that surround our waterfront campground. We offer a variety of river rafting/fishing trips and remote camp-outs. Stop by the office or give us a call to learn more.

Fly Tying

Salmon Grove offers fly-trying classes for anyone interested in fly fishing. Stop by the office, sign up for a group class, or schedule your private session. Every week we focus on a different Alaska salmon fly pattern. All materials are provided and include; vice use, fly materials, thread, hooks, tools, etc. Take home your flies and stock your fly box. A custom clinic is available at your waterfront campsite anytime during your stay. Check-in at the office to schedule your fly-tying session

Nearby Attractions

Wrangel St. Elias National Park Visitors Center

The National Park Service, Copper Center Visitors Center should not be missed. The visitor center hosts incredible wildlife and cultural exhibits. The park service maintains a short trail system that meanders along the bluff of the Copper River complete with plaques to identify various plants and share history along the way.

https://www.nps.gov/wrst/planyourvisit/copper-center-visitor-center.htm

Wrangel St. Elias National Park

Visiting the park via McCarthy? Consider Salmon Grove as your base camp. There are several shuttle services available that go into the park daily. The dirt road is unsuitable for RV’S and many people find Salmon Grove the perfect place to base camp when visiting Kennicott McCarthy. We offer special rates for the days you are not at camp but your RV is.

There are a limited number of campsites available for online reservations at this time. (907) 822-5822. We operate on a first come first serve basis. Please call to check camp availability. (907) 822-5822