Primitive Site
These sites do not have any hookups. Pictures are a representation of what your site may look like and are not guaranteed.
Starting at $35 .00 night 45
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What to expect...
- Hiking
- Volleyball
- Sports Field
- Playground
- Pavilion
- Special Events
- Showers
- Bathrooms
- Garbage
- Dump Station
About
Matanuska River Park in Palmer, Alaska, is a spacious and well-equipped camping destination located at Mile 17 of the Old Glenn Highway. With 86 sites for tents or RVs, including 20 caravan spaces, this park offers amenities to make every stay comfortable, such as flush toilets, hot showers, an RV dump station, and a central comfort station. Visitors can enjoy picnic tables, grills, four park pavilions, a playground, sand volleyball court, trails, river access, an observation deck, and group camping areas. Whether you’re here for the stunning views, outdoor activities, or quality time with family, Matanuska River Park provides everything needed for a memorable Alaskan adventure. Book your stay today and experience the natural beauty of Palmer!
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RV Sites
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30 AMP RV Site
These sites have electric available. Pictures are a representation of what your site may look like and are not guaranteed.
Starting at $45 .00 night 36 Available LocationsChoose this site type Select - RV
30 or 50 AMP RV Site
On sites 1&2 and 5&6, there are shared electrical poles. If both sites are occupied, only 1 camper may use the 50 amp and one may use the 30 amp. A converter may be needed to access power. Pictures are a representation of what your site may look like and are not guaranteed.
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Primitive Tent Site
These sites do not have any hookups and are for tents only. Pictures are a representation of what your site may look like and are not guaranteed.
Starting at $35 .00 night 2 Available LocationsChoose this site type Select
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Ratings & Reviews
All ratings and reviews are collected from campers who have booked through Campspot and completed a stay at this campground.
Douglas W.
September 2026
Fantastic!
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- Staff
- Cellular
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D.T.
September 2026
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- Restrooms
- Staff
- Cellular
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Cyndee S.
September 2026
Fantastic!
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- Location
- Cellular
- Value
- Check-in: 3:00pm
- Check-out: 11:00am
- Pets allowed
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Nearby Activities
- Biking
- Boating
- Breweries
- Climbing
- Fishing
- Gardens
- Golfing
- Hiking
- Historic Sites
- Horseback Riding
- Live Music
- Museums
- OHV Trails
- Paddling
- Restaurants
- Shopping
- State Parks
- Wildlife Watching
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Park Features
- Bathrooms
- Dump Station
- Garbage
- Hiking
- PavilionAdditional cost
- Playground
- Showers
- Special Events
- Sports Field
- Volleyball