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Ptarmigan Creek

Chugach National Forest

🏕️ CampgroundAnchorage / Mat-SuAlaska⭐ 4.3 (42)
Ptarmigan Creek
🟢 4 open windows right now — soonest Aug 22–Aug 25
Availability checked 4h ago · changes fast, verify before you drive
📈 CampSage caught 5 cancellations here in the last 7 days — set an alert below to catch the next one.
Book / check availability →🧭 Directions
💡 In short

Ptarmigan Creek in Alaska has 4 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Aug 22–Aug 25. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.

📅 Open dates
Aug 22 – Aug 253 nightsbook these dates →opened 17h ago👥 5 in a row, PTAR #001–PTAR #005 next to each othersites #001, #002, #003, #004, #005, #007, #012
Aug 23 – Aug 263 nightsbook these dates →👥 PTAR #008 & PTAR #009 next to each othersites #008, #009, #011, #014
Aug 24 – Aug 273 nightsbook these dates →sites #006
Aug 28 – Aug 313 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →👥 9 in a row, PTAR #001–PTAR #009 next to each othersites #001, #002, #003, #004, #005, #006, #007, #008, #009, #011, #012, #014
⚡ EV charging nearby

Nearest DC fast charging: 13.3 mi away.

⚡ Chugach Electric Association13.3 midirections →
🔌 Charging station16.8 midirections →
🔌 ChargePoint19.5 midirections →

From OpenStreetMap — community-mapped, so plug types can lag reality. Verify on your charging network’s app before counting on a charger.

🔭 Planning further ahead?

We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about February 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.

📊 How often sites open up here

CampSage's scans caught 5 openings at Ptarmigan Creek over the last 30 days, on 5 separate days, almost all of them for stays about 5 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights.

These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

🏕️ About this campground

💵 $19/nightStandard Nonelectric🎒 car camping🎒 fishing🎒 hiking🎒 wildlife viewing

Ratings

4.3★★★★☆42 ratings
5★27
4★9
3★2
2★1
1★3
Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

📶 Cell coverage camper-reported

Verizon2.0/4
T-Mobile0.5/4
AT&T0.2/4

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Ptarmigan Creek FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Ptarmigan Creek?

Ptarmigan Creek in Alaska takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.

How much does it cost to camp at Ptarmigan Creek?

Campsite fees at Ptarmigan Creek run about $19/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Ptarmigan Creek when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Ptarmigan Creek often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. CampSage checks availability for you and sends a free email the instant a cancellation opens — set an alert on this page and you can grab the spot before anyone else.

How often do campsites open up at Ptarmigan Creek?

CampSage's scans caught 5 openings at Ptarmigan Creek over the last 30 days, on 5 separate days, almost all of them for stays about 5 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights. These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

Is Ptarmigan Creek a good campground?

Ptarmigan Creek holds an average rating of 4.3/5 from 42 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Is there cell service at Ptarmigan Creek?

Based on camper-reported coverage, Verizon has the strongest signal at Ptarmigan Creek. See the carrier-by-carrier breakdown above — service can still vary by campsite, terrain, and weather.

Where is Ptarmigan Creek located?

Ptarmigan Creek is located in Anchorage / Mat-Su, Alaska. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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