Mount Prindle Campground

4.33

12 reviews

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Price

$12/night

Booking

First-Come

Sites

13 campsites

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Pets

Not Allowed

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Quick Facts

Price

$12/night

Booking

First-Come

Sites

13 campsites

Season

Campgrounds are main...

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Not Allowed

Opens booking site

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Mount Prindle Campground

$12.00 - $12.00 / night

Campsite Fees

$12 per night per site (sites 1-13) on a first-come basis.

Standard Site Fee$12.00

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

Total Campsite Fees$12.00

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What Campers Say

4.33

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"Reviews for Mount Prindle Campground are very positive, with visitors praising the beautiful scenery, quiet atmosphere, and good maintenance. Campers describe it as a secluded, clean, and enjoyable place with good access to hiking and ATV trails, though weather and bugs can be challenging and wildlife encounters are possible."

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Fees & Passes at Mount Prindle Campground

$12/night

Campsite fees

Standard Site

Basic tent/RV spot

$12/night

Prices verified December 10, 2025

Prices may vary by season and site type. Always confirm current rates on the official reservation website.

Best Time to Camp at Mount Prindle Campground

The campground welcomes visitors during Alaska's brief but glorious summer season, typically from June through mid-September when the tundra comes alive with wildflowers and wildlife. During these months, you'll experience the extended daylight hours that make Alaska famous, perfect for evening hikes and late-night campfire conversations under the midnight sun.

Spring (Mar-May)

Wildflowers bloom, mild temperatures, fewer crowds. Great for hiking and photography.

Best

Summer (Jun-Aug)

Peak season with warm weather, perfect for water activities. Book early.

Fall (Sep-Nov)

Beautiful fall colors, cooler temps, quieter campgrounds. Ideal for peaceful trips.

Winter (Dec-Feb)

Off-season, limited services. Check for closures before visiting.

Planning Tips

Operating Season: Campgrounds are maintained during the summer season (June thru mid-September).

About Mount Prindle Campground

Tucked into the Nome Creek Valley beneath the striking 5,286-foot Mount Prindle, this intimate 13-site campground serves as your gateway to the White Mountains backcountry. Whether you're planning a high-country adventure, trying your luck at gold panning in the crystal-clear waters of Nome Creek, or simply seeking a peaceful base camp surrounded by alpine wilderness, Mount Prindle offers an authentic Alaskan experience.

A 13-site campground with parking areas at each site, picnic tables, fire rings, hand-pump non-potable water, and outhouse-style toilets. Sites are first-come with a $12 per night fee for sites 1-13.

Weather and SeasonsThe campground welcomes visitors during Alaska's brief but glorious summer season, typically from June through mid-September when the tundra comes alive with wildflowers and wildlife. During these months, you'll experience the extended daylight hours that make Alaska famous, perfect for evening hikes and late-night campfire conversations under the midnight sun.

ElevationYour campsite rests in the valley below the impressive Mount Prindle, whose summit reaches 5,286 feet into the Alaskan sky. This positioning offers the best of both worlds: the shelter and accessibility of valley camping with sweeping views of alpine peaks and tundra meadows just above.

Natural Features and SceneryImagine pitching your tent among towering willow shrubs while gazing up at endless expanses of alpine tundra that roll like green waves toward Mount Prindle's rocky summit. The campground's position in the Nome Creek Valley creates a natural amphitheater of wilderness, where mountain streams tumble down from the high country and historic gold-bearing creeks wind through the landscape. Above the campground, the treeless tundra meadows stretch toward the horizon, inviting exploration and offering a glimpse into the raw beauty that defines interior Alaska. The nearby Quartz Creek Trail and other paths lead adventurous souls deeper into this pristine wilderness.

Geological RegionNestled on the southern edge of the White Mountains National Recreation Area, the campground occupies a unique position where the forested valleys meet alpine terrain. The Nome Creek Valley, carved by millennia of geological forces, creates a natural corridor through this ancient landscape, where evidence of the region's gold-bearing past still glimmers in the creek beds below Mount Prindle's watchful presence.

Campsite details

Total Campsites13 campsites

Recommended CampsitesAll 13 sites (sites 1-13) are standard campground sites with parking areas, picnic tables, and fire rings; no site-specific distinctions are provided.

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Tents

Tents are not allowed

RV vehicles

RV vehicles are not allowed

Primitive

Primitive are not allowed

Reservable

Reservations are not allowed

Site layoutEach campsite includes a parking area, picnic table, and a fire ring; restrooms are outhouse-style and there are trash cans on site.

Open and Closed SeasonCampgrounds are maintained during the summer season (June thru mid-September).

Walk-in AvailabilitySites are first-come, first-served (walk-up availability).

Amenities available

Fire rings

Picnic tables

Vault toilets

Activities you can enjoy

Serves as a base for exploring nearby alpine tundra and Mount Prindle and provides access to local trails and Nome Creek. Recreational opportunities include hiking, fishing, gold panning, floating, and use as a put-in for the Beaver Creek Wild and Scenic River.

Hiking

Access to nearby Quartz Creek Trail and Table Top Trail; campsite is situated below alpine tundra meadows and Mount Prindle, making it a starting point for high-country trips.

Fishing

Nome Creek is noted for fishing and also used for gold panning and floating.

Boating

Floating on Nome Creek is mentioned; campground is a put-in for Beaver Creek Wild and Scenic River.

Campground rules

Pets are not allowed
Each campsite has a fire ring. Firewood is not provided.

Hazards

Weather at Mount Prindle Campground

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Dec 11

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Precipitation: 0%

Humidity: 56%

Wind: 1 mph

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Trash and recyclingTrash cans on site

Proximity to water featuresLocated in Nome Creek Valley adjacent to Nome Creek; opportunities for gold panning and fishing in Nome Creek and access to nearby Quartz Creek.

Campground Map

Mount Prindle Campground

Driving directionsTo reach Nome Creek from Fairbanks, take the Steese Highway to mile 57 and follow the U.S. Creek Road for seven miles to the Nome Creek Road. Taking a right at the junction, it is 4 miles to the upper end of Nome Creek Valley, the Quartz Creek Trailhead, and the Mount Prindle Campground.

Accessible from the Steese Highway: drive to mile 57, follow U.S. Creek Road for seven miles to Nome Creek Road, then right 4 miles to the campground.

Nearby supplies

Nearest RV dump station and supply services referenced as being in Fairbanks

Reviews from booking and map sources

4.3

12 reviews

Recommended

Mount Prindle Campground is recommended, placing it in the top 40% of campgrounds based on reviews

Reviews for Mount Prindle Campground are very positive, with visitors praising the beautiful scenery, quiet atmosphere, and good maintenance. Campers describe it as a secluded, clean, and enjoyable place with good access to hiking and ATV trails, though weather and bugs can be challenging and wildlife encounters are possible.

Review Summaries

Based on 12 reviews

What Campers Love

Campers love the outstanding views, open spaces, and scenic surroundings, including its seclusion and being “away from town” and even “up out of the smoke from the wildfires.” The campground is...

Based on 12 reviews

Common Concerns

There are very few complaints, but some cautions: weather is often rainy and windy, bugs can be an issue, and there’s a possibility of encounters with wolves and bears. These are noted more as...

Based on 12 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Reviewers suggest bringing bug spray and being prepared for wildlife such as wolves and bears. Campers should also be ready for less‑than‑ideal weather, including frequent rain and wind, and plan to...

Based on 12 reviews

Camper Quotes

“Always a nice, quiet, and enjoyable place to camp. Located near trails to hike or ride ATVs!” “Camp ground was nice and clean, road was easily accessible and well maintained. Outhouses were freshly...

Based on 12 reviews

Accessibility Features

One reviewer notes the road to the campground was “easily accessible and well maintained,” suggesting that vehicle access is generally straightforward under normal conditions. No additional details...

Based on 12 reviews