Bertha Creek Campground

Star3.92
27 reviews

Quick Facts

784 ft

Price

Free

Booking

Reservable

Sites

12 campsites

Season

"Vault toilets, wate...

Cell

No Service

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RV Friendly

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January 2026

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January 2026
Bertha Creek Campground
$0.00 - $0.00 / night
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Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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What Campers Say

3.92

Mixed Reviews

Based on 27 reviews

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"Bertha Creek Campground is highly praised for its peaceful setting, proximity to creeks, and privacy. It is described as a "small and completely lovely campground" with "well-separated" sites and no road noise due to the creek. Visitors enjoy the "idyllic" and "beautiful" surroundings."

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Campground Map

Bertha Creek Campground

60.7511, -149.2557

Driving directionsBertha Creek Campground can be found at mile post 65.4 of the Seward Highway. The campground is 61.6 miles south of Anchorage and 65.4 miles north of Seward.
The campground is located directly off the Seward Highway, making it easily accessible. However, it is a remote no-cellphone-service area nestled next to a creek. The road is paved but may experience seasonal challenges.
Nearby places
Anchorage (61.6 miles, approximate travel time not provided)
Seward (65.4 miles, approximate travel time not provided)
Nearby supplies
Closest supplies are likely located in Anchorage or Seward, approximately 61.6 miles south and 65.4 miles north, respectively. No nearby supply information is provided.

Best Time to Camp at Bertha Creek Campground

Summer transforms Bertha Creek into an outdoor paradise, with long Alaska days perfect for hiking, wildlife watching, and creek-side relaxation. All campground amenities operate fully during these warmer months, making it the ideal season for your visit. Winter brings dramatic change to this mountain landscape, with heavy snowfall often exceeding 10 inches in just a week, creating a snow-laden wonderland that's best admired from afar unless you're prepared for extreme winter camping conditions.

Best
Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5

Summer called an 'outdoor paradise'; toilets, water and trash services available then.

Fall(Sep-Nov)
3.0 / 5

Fewer reviews for fall; services are seasonal so amenities decline but scenery remains.

Spring(Mar-May)
2.0 / 5

Spring likely cold/wet with seasonal services not yet resumed; limited spring reviews.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
2.0 / 5

Vault toilets and services only in summer; cold glacial-fed creeks and limited winter access.

Planning Tips
  • Operating Season: "Vault toilets, water, and trash services are only available during summer months."

About Bertha Creek Campground

Tucked away along the scenic Seward Highway, Bertha Creek Campground offers an intimate escape into the heart of Chugach National Forest. This hidden gem features just 12 sites arranged along a peaceful dirt-road loop, where the gentle murmur of Bertha Creek provides a natural soundtrack to your wilderness retreat. Each site comes equipped with the essentials—picnic tables, fire rings, vault toilets, and hand-pump water during summer months—allowing you to disconnect from the modern world while staying comfortably situated. As visitor Kim-Son Nguyen notes, this small campground's location 'next to a lovely creek' creates the perfect balance of accessibility and seclusion.
Bertha Creek Campground is a small, first-come, first-served facility with 12 well-separated campsites. It accommodates vehicle camping, small RVs, and tents. Primitive camping options are mentioned nearby but are not part of the official campground.
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"Visitors can camp for up to 14 days, but then they must leave." - User review from Kraig Klaar.

Amenities available

Potable water
Fire rings
Food storage lockers
Picnic tables
Vault toilets

Activities you can enjoy

Bertha Creek Campground offers opportunities for hiking, wildlife viewing, mountain biking, berry picking, and even recreational gold panning along Bertha Creek. The confluence of the creeks provides a peaceful setting and opportunities to explore the surrounding natural beauty.
Hiking"We didn’t get a chance to do any hiking but I’ve heard it’s great!" Users also mention nearby trails, such as Johnston Pass Trailhead 1.5 miles south and Turnagain Pass Trail 3 miles north, which offer hiking and biking opportunities.
BikingMountain biking is mentioned as an activity. The nearby Johnston Pass Trail and Turnagain Pass Trail are specifically noted as being suitable for biking.
Wildlife viewingWildlife viewing is highlighted, with opportunities to see wildflowers and possibly other wildlife along trails.
Winter Activities
Water Sports
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Policies & Safety

Hazards & Alerts"Kenai Peninsula and Chugach Mountains are home to a large Brown Bear population, especially during Salmon runs. Bring bear spray or a firearm." - User Review by Kraig Klaar.
No Cell ServiceCell phone service is not available at this campground. Plan accordingly for emergencies and download offline maps before arriving.
Food Storage Required"Bear boxes available." - User Review by Erika Douglass.

Weather at Bertha Creek Campground

Reviews

3.9
27 reviews
Mixed Reviews
Mixed Reviews
Bertha Creek Campground has mixed reviews, placing it in the bottom 85% of campgrounds based on reviews
Bertha Creek Campground is highly praised for its peaceful setting, proximity to creeks, and privacy. It is described as a "small and completely lovely campground" with "well-separated" sites and no road noise due to the creek. Visitors enjoy the "idyllic" and "beautiful" surroundings.
Review Summaries
Based on 27 reviews

What Campers Love

Users highlight the privacy of sites, peaceful environment, and the beauty of the campground. "Small campground with about 12 sites on a single dirt road loop, next to a lovely creek." "The rapid...
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Common Concerns

Some users note the lack of amenities, such as no cell phone service, no camp host, and limited facilities. "This is a remote no cellphone service campground."
Based on 27 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

"Get there early as there aren’t a lot of sites" due to the first-come, first-served policy. Bring bear spray or a firearm (where legally allowed) due to the area's large bear population.
Based on 27 reviews

Seasonal Insights

Reviews focus on the peaceful and beautiful summer experience, highlighting limited site availability and the cold nights due to glacial-fed creeks.
Based on 27 reviews

Camper Quotes

"Fabulous camping ground, beautiful setting, peaceful and idyllic." "Hand pump for water, vault toilets, and bear boxes." "The rapid creek blocks out all highway noise and my kiddos played on the...
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Site-Specific Reviews

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Accessibility Features

Accessibility features are not mentioned in user reviews.
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Pet-Friendly Features

No specific reviews about pet policies or experiences are provided.
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Last updated January 13, 2026
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