Ptarmigan Creek
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470 ftPrice
$19/night
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Reservable
Sites
12 campsites
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Open season starts M...
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Unknown
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Quick Facts
470 ftPrice
$19/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
12 campsites
Season
Open season starts M...
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Check Policy
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What Campers Say
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Based on 34 reviews
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"Ptarmigan Creek Campground is praised for its peaceful and natural setting, clean facilities, and proximity to hiking trails and fishing opportunities. However, some users noted issues like small site sizes and occasional noise from nearby road construction."
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Ptarmigan Creek
Seward Ranger District, 33599 Ranger Station Spur, Seward, AK 99664, USA
Best Time to Camp at Ptarmigan Creek
Experience Alaska's dramatic seasonal transformations at Ptarmigan Creek. Summer brings mild temperatures perfect for outdoor adventures, though savvy visitors come prepared for the infamous Alaskan mosquitoes that thrive during warmer months. As autumn paints the landscape in brilliant golds and crimsons, the bugs retreat and crisp air settles in. Winter transforms the campground into a snow-laden wonderland, where temperatures plunge and the forest takes on a magical, frozen stillness that attracts hardy cold-weather enthusiasts.
Peak season: mild summer weather; hiking and fishing are in full swing per reviews.
Late Aug–early Sept red salmon spawning makes fall a special season for viewing and fishing.
Opens May 23 (late spring); variable weather and insect season mean mixed spring experiences.
Campground closed outside May 23–Sept 13; winter season not applicable.
Planning Tips
- Peak Season: May 23 to September 13, 2025.. Book 2-3 months ahead.
- Operating Season: Open season starts May 23, 2025, and ends September 13, 2025.
- Current Alerts: User reviews mention road construction noise during summer months and issues with potable water quality.
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