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Military Park Joint Base Elmendorf/Richardson Famcamp (Elmendorf AFB)
Overview
The Military Park at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, commonly known as the JBER Famcamp, offers a welcoming retreat for military members and their families exploring the Last Frontier. Located on the Elmendorf side of the installation, this seasonal park serves as a vital hub for those navigating the Alaska Highway. The atmosphere is grounded and secure, providing a strong sense of community among fellow military travelers who share a passion for northern adventure and the unique lifestyle of the Pacific Northwest.
Location & Surroundings
The park is situated in the heart of Anchorage, offering a unique blend of wooded seclusion and urban convenience. Surrounded by dense Alaskan forests, campers often encounter local wildlife, including moose, while remaining just minutes away from the city's modern infrastructure. The backdrop features the striking peaks of the Chugach Mountains, creating a dramatic landscape that reminds visitors they are truly on the edge of the wilderness while enjoying the safety and familiarity of a military installation.
Amenities & Park Features
Travelers will find well-maintained sites equipped with full hookups, including water, sewer, and electrical connections. The facility provides essential comforts like modern bathhouses and on-site laundry facilities, which are a welcome relief for long-distance RVers. Each site typically includes a picnic table, allowing for quiet evenings under the famous Alaskan midnight sun. The park is also pet-friendly, ensuring that every member of the family can enjoy the scenic surroundings and fresh mountain air.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Exploring the local area is effortless, with downtown Anchorage located just a short drive from the gate. Guests can visit the Anchorage Museum to learn about indigenous cultures or head to Ship Creek to watch the seasonal salmon runs. For outdoor enthusiasts, the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail offers miles of paved paths for biking and walking with stunning ocean views. The proximity to Chugach State Park also provides endless opportunities for alpine hiking and world-class wildlife photography.
Who This Park Is Best For
This park is an ideal choice for active-duty personnel and retirees who value security, affordability, and camaraderie. It is perfect for those who want a reliable home base while checking off bucket-list Alaskan experiences. Because of its proximity to base exchanges and commissaries, it is particularly well-suited for long-term travelers who need to restock supplies before heading further into the remote, rugged regions of the state.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Discounts
- Facility
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Tanya Montierth
Saw a couple of bears and a few moose 🫎. Women's bathroom was clean, men's bathroom had no toilet paper or hot water. Other than that it was a nice place
Strider McCash
Nice clean place with plenty of space between campsites. The showers are a bit cold. The price is good but the one day passes from the visitor gate are a huge pain.
Rob Suminsby
Pretty nice Fam Camp. No full hookup sites, but a dump station on site. Some of the sites are lacking the fitting on the faucet to attach a hose (management says they are on order), so you may want to check that when selecting a site. Two bathhouses with showers and laundry facilities ($1.25 each for washer and dryer.) $30 a night. BX and Commissary are very close by. So is the runway. This is an Air Force base, so if you don’t like the Sound of Freedom, you may be happier elsewhere. (As someone who once flew fighters at this base, I love it!) We’ve been here a week in mid-July and have not seen it get completely full yet.
Candace Mosteller
Great family location! Easy access to shopping and trials. Has showers and bathrooms and small playground. But watch out for the bears 🐻
Jason Colson
I've stayed here many times with our trailer. It's always nice and quiet. The only issue is with the water hookups. They don't have enough adapters, so you can hook up a regular hose to them, so make sure you make sure you can hook up before go through the whole backing up and setting up.
Stephen Granger
Nice semi-rural campground. 1 of 2 bath houses was closed due to winter damage but they offered a discount for the inconvenience. Great location and proximity to commissary and downtown anchorage. Numerous things to do. $27 per night. Water and electric on site. Remote dump site is free.
Randy Smith
Not their fault, water for RVs and dump stations had not been turned on yet. Bathhouse was closed. They did have a rent-a-potty that was heated😁 Ear plugs are a must due to jets taking off and a few cars on the road with very loud stereo systems that actually vibrated our camper😳
Daryl Cook
Very nice area and convenient.
Anna Steffen
It's ok. It's pretty and the spaces are good size. We were lucky to get a 50amp spot. They do not have many. I feel like it's over priced for not having ANY water. The shower house and dump is closed but they do provide a Johny on the spot.
Joel Anderson
Charlie, the Camp Host, is hands-down/far and away, the absolute BEST host in ALL of DoD! Also great facilities...especially the bath houses and laundry!