Sites

Water

20 Amp

30 Amp

50 Amp

Sewer

WiFi

Cable TV

Facilities

Club House

Laundry Room

Swimming Pool

Hot Tub

Fitness Center

Game Room

Rec Hall

Pavilion

Exercise Room

Restroom/Shower

Restroom Only

Shower Only

Restaurant

Groceries

RV Supplies

ATM Machine

Dog Park

Cocktail Lounge

Dog Washing Station

Pit Toilet

Snack Bar

Play Ground

Services

Escort to Site

Self-Service RV Wash

Metered LP Gas

Firewood

Fishing Supplies

Pet Supplies

Onsite Rentals

Worship Services

Golf Carts

Fishing Guides

Onsite RV Service

Staffed RV Wash

Fishing Licenses

Complimentary Breakfast

Policies

RV Age Restrictions

Pets Welcome

Pet Restrictions

Pet Restriction on Quantity

Pet Restriction on Breed

Pet Restriction on Size

No Pets

Tent Camping Allowed

Folding Tent Campers Allowed

No Tents

No Overnight Guests

Recreational activities in or near the park

Recreational Activities

Archery Range

ATV Riding

Biking

Boating

Body Of Water

Casino

Climbing

Dock

Driving Range

Fishing

Golf

Heated Pool

Hiking

Horseback Riding

Horseshoes

Kayaking

Lawn Bowling

Mini Golf

Paddle Boats

Pickle Ball

Putting Green

Ramp

Sauna

Shuffleboard

Snow Sports

Splash Pad

Swimming

Tennis

Wading Pool

Water Slide

Water Sports

Water Umbrella

Whitewater Rafting

<h2>Overview</h2><p>Riley Creek Campground serves as the primary basecamp for visitors arriving at the entrance of Denali National Park. This <strong>spacious, wooded campground</strong> offers a quintessential Alaskan wilderness experience, placing guests directly within the park boundaries. Managed by the National Park Service, it provides a quiet, natural setting where you can wake up to the sights and sounds of the northern forest. It is the perfect starting point for those looking to immerse themselves in the raw, untouched beauty of interior Alaska.</p><h2>Location & Surroundings</h2><p>Situated near the park entrance at Mile 0.2 of the Denali Park Road, Riley Creek provides convenient access to both the park visitor center and the surrounding wilderness. The campground is nestled among a <strong>boreal forest of spruce trees</strong>, which offers privacy and a sense of seclusion despite its proximity to the entrance area. The surrounding landscape is characterized by rolling hills, nearby creeks, and the potential for spotting local wildlife like snowshoe hares and moose wandering through the camp.</p><h2>Amenities & Park Features</h2><p>The campground is designed for those who appreciate a traditional camping experience. While it does not offer electrical, water, or sewer hookups, it is fully <strong>accommodating for RVs and trailers</strong> up to 40 feet in length. Guests have access to a potable water station, a dump station, and modern flush toilets. The park also provides large, level gravel pads and fire pits, allowing visitors to enjoy an evening campfire under the expansive northern sky.</p><h2>Nearby Attractions & Things to Do</h2><p>Staying at Riley Creek puts you within walking distance of the Denali Visitor Center, where you can explore exhibits, watch educational films, and speak with park rangers. The <strong>extensive network of hiking trails</strong> is easily accessible, ranging from gentle strolls along the creek to more challenging treks into the hills. Additionally, the park shuttle buses depart nearby, providing essential transit for exploring the deeper interior of the park and increasing your chances of viewing iconic wildlife.</p><h2>Who This Park Is Best For</h2><p>Riley Creek is ideal for travelers who prioritize nature and accessibility over luxury amenities. It is a fantastic choice for <strong>tent campers and RVers</strong> who prefer an authentic, back-to-basics national park experience. If you are looking to disconnect from the modern world and wake up at the edge of one of the most famous wilderness preserves in the United States, this campground offers the perfect rustic environment to facilitate your Alaskan adventure.</p>



Denali Riley Creek is located in Denali National Park and Preserve in Alaska. It is a popular destination for visitors to the park, offering a variety of activities and attractions. The area is home to a variety of wildlife, including grizzly bears, moose, caribou, wolves, and Dall sheep. Visitors can explore the area on foot, by bike, or by car. There are several trails in the area, including the Savage River Trail, which offers stunning views of the Alaska Range. The area is also home to the Riley Creek Campground, which offers camping and picnic areas. Other attractions in the area include the Denali Visitor Center, the Murie Science and Learning Center, and the Denali Backcountry Lodge.

IMG-488125882294734.jpg

IMG-488125882685721.jpg

IMG-488125882995456.jpg

IMG-488125883261806.jpg

IMG-488125883634825.jpg

IMG-488125883887459.jpg

IMG-488125884233579.jpg

IMG-488125884572386.jpg

IMG-488125884830192.jpg

IMG-488125885116859.jpg

Denali/Riley Creek

Experience nature at Riley Creek Campground in Denali National Park, AK. A perfect, rustic basecamp for RVers seeking an authentic wilderness adventure.

Riley Creek Campground, Denali National Park, AK

It was very exciting to be camping above the artic circle. Restrooms with pit toilets were slightly messy compared to other places that we camped.

This is a dry campground with almost 150 spots and a perfect location to explore the park.  Camp spots come in different prices and sizes.  Small for tent camping.  It's first come first serve and they do sell out, so reservations in advance are highly encouraged.  There are nice hot showers and a laundry and a store (with reasonable prices) right here at the camp that is just a short walk down to Riley Creek and less than a mile to the Denali Visitor Center, although there are plenty of free shuttle buses.  Hiking trails abound and wildlife is plentiful.  Two moose and a grizzly bear came right through the camp yesterday.  Amazing.

Campsite is narrow , but clean.  Mosquitos are big and are very annoying. We stayed at Bea Loop, site #11, end of May, and close to the bathroom and nearby river trail. Definitely worth coming again!

Our time at Denali NP camping at Riley Creek campground was amazing. We were close to the visitor center, 15 minutes from Savage River and right next to hiking trails. The pricing was fair for a national park and the amenities. There were flush toilets right next to our RV site and our 40 foot 5th wheel could fit into multiple site options. We stayed for 9 nights and the camp host was amazing to load up his water bladder with a pump to fill up our fresh water for a few more days of not having to sherpa water. Generator hours were reasonable but there were lots of trees so solar was pretty lack luster. Starlink was OK but not amazing. Overall, wonderful campground and great camp hosts!

We absolutely loved our time staying at Riley Creek Campground.  We loved we were able to have running water and had access to showers.  Bathrooms and showers were always clean and staff were prompt to address issues.  The staff were mostly helpful and friendly, but it does take them a long time to check people in or add services to your stay (bus tickets).  Some staff know the park very well, while others do not.  The reservation system is that you reserve a site type and then when you arrive it is first come first serve based on the site type.  The sites were large and spaced out.  Bears and moose regularly stroll through, so be prepared to handle wildlife.

This is a dry campground with no hookups for those with an RV. There are 3 loops. The A sites are longer and the B sites are shorter, with some a little wider. If you don't fit your trailer and vehicle in the site, you need to keep your vehicle at the mercantile parking lot. The mercantile had a lot of great merchandise and some food items. The mercantile is where you go to do your campsite registration. There is a laundry room and bathrooms with showers. The mercantile had the tokens for $5 each for 10 minutes each token and the $5 gets you 2 tokens. The staff is amazing. The camphost was very helpful. There are flush toilets in the campground and they have a food locker if you need a place to store your food. There are plenty of trails throughout the campground that will take you to the visitor center and other locations. It was very quiet.

Toilet blocks are cleaned and maintained regularly (not drop toilets!). Lots of different types of little camping spots which is great for any type of camper/group. Our setup was near the river so it was always in earshot which I personally like.
Every camp site had a picnic table.
You can get really cheap fun food at the mercantile and use the microwave which was a nice change.
Free shuttle buses to the main bus stop and visitors centre but also really beautiful trails to get to those places too.
Camp sites weren't completely segregated from each other (so you can get to know neighbours if you want) but still have some separation and privacy with sparce trees.

# 15 Denali National Park
07/13-19 Riley Creek Campground
Wolf Loop Site B45
I can’t get over the sound of constant traffic at this campground…HOWEVER- I loved the proximity to the mercantile (they even have ice cream and cones!) the showers (turns out 10 minutes is more time than you think) and their laundry facility has great machines (your clothes will be dry before time runs out). RV water and dump(?) is also located here…you can walk to the mercantile from any loop. The sites are all decently level - we camp with a large tent and had plenty of space to spread out. Wolf Loop has super clean vault toilets-probably because Flush restrooms and (nice) kitchen wash station is just several feet away in Bear Loop. Plenty of birds, arctic squirrels and hare to catch your eye. Didn’t need bug repellent the entire time we were here-wish ya’ll the same luck &happy travels.
PS: the shuttle to East Fork mile 43 was well worth the money as it appears most of the wildlife prefers life away from people.

Shout out to Mike, the camp host for being the best host that I have met on our epic Alaska trip.  We had a long day yesterday with my hubby visiting the urgent care.  When we arrived at the park, I found out that I reserved the wrong type of camping spot and thank goodness Mike was there.  He made sure that we get the right type of the camp site and it was perfect for us.  He is hands on person who took care of everyone at the park.  Thank you so much for making our trip more wonderful.

Great campsite with lots of amenities -- bear boxes, restrooms, potable water sources, a camp store, laundry, and showers. They have three main campground loops, with a special section for tent-only campers. I camped the night before and after my 3 nights in the Denali backcountry, and it was a great spot to stay! Highly recommend if you're in the area and looking for something in the outdoors. There are some nice trails along the river nearby as well :)

Really nice camping area. Beautiful area with great trails next to the creek.
I didn't like the tent spot but just because it's not what I'm used to and wasn't prepared for that.

Great campground. At&t and T-mobile 4G service. Easy dump and potable water station. Stayed on the Bear loop in an "A" site, had plenty of room in a wide, well groomed campsite.

Very spacious campground with large spots!

Nice walk from Railroad, no rental car, just backpacking and moose and God's artwork I. The most beautiful landscape on the planet

Reviews

Denali/Riley Creek