Cooper Creek South Campground

Chugach National Forest, Alaska

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As of October 2026, Cooper Creek South Campground is a campground in Chugach National Forest, Alaska with 21 campsites. Cooper Creek South Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Cooper Creek South Campground is located at 60.4836° N, 149.8822° W.

people allowed on 18 of 21 sites: 8
people allowed on each of the 3 largest sites: 12

Cooper Creek South Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive days

Published by Recreation.gov for Cooper Creek South Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Cooper Creek South Campground

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Standard 21
Accessible 1

What an RV fits

25 ft1 site
30 ft1 site
35 ft7 sites
40 ft6 sites
45 ft6 sites

Amenities

restrooms
potable water
dump station

At a glance: Setting: Mountain · Access: Gravel road.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, biking, climbing, photography.

All sites at Cooper Creek South Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Access
002	COOP	Standard	8	35 ft	-
003	COOP	Standard	8	35 ft	-
004	COOP	Standard	8	35 ft	-
005	COOP	Standard	8	45 ft	-
006	COOP	Standard	8	40 ft	-
007	COOP	Standard	8	45 ft	-
008	COOP	Standard	8	35 ft	-
009	COOP	Standard	8	35 ft	-
011	COOP	Standard	8	35 ft	-
012	COOP	Standard	8	25 ft	-
013	COOP	Standard	8	40 ft	-
014	COOP	Standard	8	35 ft	-
015	COOP	Standard	8	40 ft	-
017	COOP	Standard	8	40 ft	-
018	COOP	Standard	8	45 ft	-
020	COOP	Standard	8	30 ft	-
021	COOP	Standard	8	40 ft	-
022	COOP	Standard	8	40 ft	-
010	DBLS	Standard	12	45 ft	Accessible
016	DBLS	Standard	12	45 ft	-
019	DBLS	Standard	12	45 ft	-

About Cooper Creek South Campground

Overview

Located along Cooper Creek and the Kenai River, Cooper Creek South Campground presents a beautiful wooded area with sweeping mountain views within close proximity to many recreational opportunities.

Recreation

Sockeye (Red) salmon fishing is a popular activity on the nearby Kenai and Russian Rivers, and both boat and bank fishing offer excellent catches. The nearby Resurrection Pass Trail takes hikers and bikers on a 38-mile scenic adventure that climbs from 500 to 2,600 feet.

Facilities

Cooper Creek South offers about 20 campsites available for advanced reservation. Amenities include drinking water, vault toilets, picnic tables, campfire rings and dumpsters. Parking aprons are gravel and parking is limited. A dump station is available for a fee at nearby Quartz Creek Campground.

Natural Features

At an elevation of 400 feet, Cooper Creek South sits among a spruce and cottonwood forest. The Chugach National Forest covers 5 million acres and is comprised of arid tundra wilderness, jagged mountains, deep fjords, glacier-fed rivers and the Prince William Sound.

Contact Info

For local information, please call (907) 522-8368 or call (907) 288-3178 for general information.

Rules and notices at Cooper Creek South Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Cooper Creek South Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Bears have damaged tents and soft-sided trailers in past years within these campgrounds. For your safety and the safety of others, please store all attractants - food, garbage, hygiene items, anything with a smell - within a hard-sided vehicle or in the storage locker provided on site. Be aware and advised that bear incidents within either campground may trigger immediate prohibitions on tent and soft-sided vehicle camping through an Emergency Order signed by the Forest Supervisor and campers using these types of shelters will be required to vacate the campground.

Click here for more information on Chugach National Forest

Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by purchasing firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

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Cooper Creek South Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Cooper Creek South Campground?

Cooper Creek South Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 21 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Cooper Creek South Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Cooper Creek South Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Cooper Creek South Campground have?

Cooper Creek South Campground has 21 campsites.