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Chugach/Ptarmigan Creek

The Chugach Ptarmigan Creek is a small stream located in Seward, Alaska. It is a tributary of the Resurrection River and is part of the Chugach National Forest. The creek is home to a variety of wildlife, including the Chugach ptarmigan, a species of grouse that is native to the area. The creek is also a popular destination for fishing, with species such as rainbow trout, Dolly Varden, and Arctic grayling being found in the waters. The creek is also a popular destination for hikers, with trails leading to the nearby mountains and glaciers.

Amenities

- Recreational Facilities

• Stream
• Fishing
• Body Of Water (Ptarmigan Creek)

- Policies

• Pets Welcome
• Day Max Stay (14)
• No Tents

- Other Amenities & Services

• Restrooms

- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)

• Hiking

- Facility

• Type (National Forest)
• Partial Handicap Access

- On-Site Rentals

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- Sites

• Spaces Available (16)
• Width (13)
• Max Length (32)
• Gravel Sites (16)
• No Hookups (16)
• Pull-thrus (1)
• Pull-thru Size (13 x 32)
• Back-ins (13 x 32)
• Site Length (32)
• Fire Rings

User Reviews

Jim McCaffrey

August 18, 2025

Nice small campground. Great hike along a salmon stream to a secluded lake.

Rajiv Roy

July 14, 2024

Amazing hike through lust green forest , beautiful flowers & gorgeous views though-out 👌

Loren S

September 08, 2023

Very beautiful spot to view salmon! However, lots of people fishing there when they aren’t supposed to be. There are clear guidelines on dates/times for fishing. September isn’t listed. U.S. Forest Service should do some rounds in this area.

Douglas Wait

August 14, 2022

Great spot for wilderness camping. Cleared, level sites for tenting or parking a camper. No electric or shower hookups. Toilets within easy walking distance. Best to make reservations. Sites fill up quick. Lots of hiking opportunities. Bring bear spray.

Josh T

June 17, 2022

Just returned from my yearly weeklong stay at this campground. Enjoyable as always. Lots of privacy from the neighboring sites on the side, but rather direct view straight at the sites opposite, depending on what site you choose. I tend to create a tarp wall so I'm not staring right at someone for a days at a time. Had 1 bar of 4G cell service (Verizon) which was enough to send texts just fine. Not a whole lot of activity to get into nearby, other than the trail to the lake. Near enough to Seward for a day trip for cruises and such. Wildlife spotted this year at the campground: steller jays, squirrel, shrew, rabbit, bald eagle.

Map for Chugach/Ptarmigan Creek

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