Harris River Campground
Tongass National Forest, Alaska
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As of October 2026, Harris River Campground is a campground in Tongass National Forest, Alaska with 10 campsites. Harris River Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Harris River Campground is located at 55.4672° N, 132.8556° W.
- people allowed on each site
- 8
Harris River Campground reservations and next available dates
October 2026
Next Available Dates
10 sites open on Oct 1 at Harris River Campground. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.
As of 30 September 2026, 05:39 UTC.
Campsites at Harris River Campground
- Standard 7
- Tent 3
- Accessible 10
What an RV fits
- 32 ft1 site
- 40 ft1 site
- 45 ft1 site
- 50 ft1 site
- 55 ft1 site
- 60 ft1 site
- 74 ft1 site
Amenities
- restrooms
- potable water
At a glance: Setting: Mountain · Access: Paved road.
Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, wildlife, photography.
All sites at Harris River Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov
Every site is in the AREA HARRIS RIVER CAMPGROUND loop.
| Site | Type | Sleeps | Max RV | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 002 | Standard | 8 | 50 ft | Accessible |
| 004 | Standard | 8 | 60 ft | Accessible |
| 005 | Tent | 8 | - | Accessible |
| 006 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | Accessible |
| 007 | Tent | 8 | - | Accessible |
| 008 | Tent | 8 | - | Accessible |
| 009 | Standard | 8 | 32 ft | Accessible |
| 010 | Standard | 8 | 74 ft | Accessible |
| 013 | Standard | 8 | 40 ft | Accessible |
| 014 | Standard | 8 | 55 ft | Accessible |
About Harris River Campground
Overview
Harris River Campground is located on Prince of Wales Island on a paved highway just 10 miles from the Hollis Ferry Terminal and 20 miles from the Craig/Klawock area. Visitors enjoy hiking, fishing and viewing abundant wildlife.
Recreation
Hiking, fishing and wildlife viewing are popular activities. The Harris River Trail and the Twentymile Spur Trail both pass along the Harris River. The latter ends at a set of beaver ponds.
A short boardwalk trail dissects the campground to offer campers a close-up view of a muskeg habitat without getting their feet wet. A bridge and short path across the Harris River connect the campground to the Harris River Picnic Area.
About two miles east of the campground is the Harris River Interpretive Trail, which provides information about recent river restoration work and habitat management experiments.
Facilities
The campground offers accessible campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Accessible pit toilets and trash collection are provided. No hookups are available.
Natural Features
The campground is situated along the Harris River, a short drive from hiking trails and fishing outposts, within the Tongass National Forest, which covers nearly 17 million acres in southeast Alaska and is the largest forest in the national forest system.
The Tongass surrounds the Inside Passage, the network of waterways that buffers the jagged Alaskan Coast and a cluster of coastal islands. The Tongass offers visitors a chance to view wildlife, including eagles, bears and spawning salmon. Expansive vistas of fjords, glaciers and mountain peaks abound. Much of the forest is a temperate rain forest.
Nearby Attractions
The One Duck Trail was originally constructed by the Youth Conservation Corps in the mid-1980's. The trail offers a challenging hike and spectacular views of the Harris River watershed award those who complete it.
Prince of Wales Island offers boat rentals, fishing supplies and other conveniences a short drive away.
Rules and notices at Harris River Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Harris River Campground on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
This is bear country; all food and trash must be properly stored in approved bear-proof containers
Parking spurs are narrow and perpendicular to the campground road; large RVs may be difficult to back in
No hookups available
Roads may be under construction
Click here for more information on Prince of Wales Island
Click here for more information on the Tongass 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.
Harris River Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Harris River Campground?
Harris River Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.
How do I find last-minute availability at Harris River Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Harris River 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 Harris River Campground have?
Harris River Campground has 10 campsites.
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