Ranch House Lodge & RV Camping

sarah

I called late in the afternoon for a cabin and they had one available called a baby bear. Well it was the cutest ! It is a dry cabin but next to a bathroom. Which also is the cutest. Pizza and a glass a wine at the bar. Guests all friendly, staff friendly. We were headed to Valdez so this stop was perfect. If you are traveling Alaska for rustic charm, beautiful scenery and warm friendly people, stop at the Ranch House

Kalawela Lo

I went here with my family in August. We were tent camping. We had a bad experience. When checking in there was a man who was extremely rude. He wasn't expecting us to show up even though we had reservations well in advance. Next the water was said to be potable. But the shower's water came out brown and smelled of mud. Lastly the set of rule enforced by the campground seems quite intensive. The peace is also interrupted by the camp ground getting periodic patrols by a side by side.

Sheri Lynn Lo

If you enjoy being spoken to like a misbehaving teenager and showering in swamp water while gnats nibble your soul, congratulations, this is the place for you. I booked this stay after emailing the owner (Andy) weeks in advance, confirming our group of five was okay, and paying in full. Once the day of the reservation hit, surprise! The refund window slammed shut and so did any chance of a respectful check-in. We walked into the bar (which doubles as check-in, because why not?), where a random guest said Andy would be out “shortly.” By "shortly," she meant “after you start questioning if this place is a prank.” When Andy finally appeared from the back, he greeted us not with “Hi” or “Welcome,” but “What are you doing here?” Cue the awkward silence. Despite our confirmed reservation, he insisted all the day’s guests had already arrived and we weren’t one of them. I had to pull out my phone and scroll through weeks of emails like I was defending myself in small claims court. Once he finally located my name on his sheet, his response wasn’t “Sorry for the mix-up,” but “Too many people. Should’ve charged you more.” Real five-star energy. Next came the infamous property map, one side shows where to pitch a tent, the other is a novella of rules. Highlights include: Don’t throw propane in the trash (he burns it himself, because apparently this is 1843) Don’t chop wood Don’t even think about breaking the rules because he has cameras watching everything At this point, the whole party was ready to leave, but it was late, we were exhausted, and we knew refunds were off the table. So we set up camp and tried to make the best of it. We brought our own firewood (you’re welcome), which helped with the mosquito apocalypse, but nothing could prepare us for the biting gnats. These were not your average bugs. These were tiny airborne demons sent straight from the underworld to test our patience. Let’s talk “amenities”: *The water, listed as potable, came out looking like someone brewed tea in a muddy boot and smelled like dead fish. *The bathhouse? One small, shared space that doubled as the bathroom. So yes, the toilet and shower are in the same tight room. On night two, the whole thing was flooded with stinky swamp water, and the floor mat was permanently soggy like it had just returned from battle. *Hot water? Generous description. Lukewarm at best. Our campsite view? Obstructed by a majestic pile of gravel, and the site next door featured an abandoned rusting trailer for ambiance. Then, just when we thought the chaos had quieted, Andy decided it was time for his late-night four-wheeler joyride through the campground. The only plus? There were trout in the river. Great if you like to fish. Not enough to save the experience. Final thoughts? This place has potential, it really does. But right now, it’s running on bad vibes, swamp water, and control issues. Andy might own the property, but he clearly doesn’t understand hospitality. I’ve had better stays in the literal wilderness, with outhouses and no electricity, and at least those places didn’t come with passive-aggressive lectures and surveillance vibes. Would I go back? Absolutely not. Would I recommend it? Only to people I don’t like.

Shellie Sas

Just had an awesome camping experience here! Karen and Andy are excellent hosts! The campsites are perfect and set up thoughtfully for the best use of space. Situated along the river with electric, water and sewer hookups. Our group enjoyed the lodge and bar where both Andy and Karen entertained us and gave us great cocktails! We will definitely be returning next year. I highly recommend for your next camping trip!

cynthia mason

The owner was awesome. He told us the cabin was “rustic” and it was but we loved it. He kept the bar open late for us and baked handmade, delicious pizza for us. If you’re looking for a 5 star hotel, then this is not the place for you. If you’re looking for a true Alaska experience, THIS IS the place for you!