Brushkana Creek Campground

Delta Wild and Scenic River — lakeside, hiking

Location: Glennallen , AK, AK

Price: From $20 per night

Rating: 5 out of 5 (1 reviews)

Season: May through October

Brushkana Creek Campground is located at MP 104.5 along the Denali Highway. The 22-unit camping area with fire rings and picnic tables also provides three double vaulted accessible toilets, numerous bear-proof trash receptacles and food lockers, parking for vehicles and trailers, potable water, trails, picnic area with shelter, and interpretive panels dispersed throughout the site. This site is mostly utilized during the snow free season, May through September.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Drinking Water, Bear Boxes

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/brushkana-creek-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Brushkana Creek Campground offers 22 sites along the scenic Denali Highway at MP 104.5 with fire rings, picnic tables, and bear-proof food lockers. The location provides access to hiking, picnicking, and photography opportunities in a remote Alaskan setting.

Wildlife alert: Moose, Caribou, and Gray Wolf present in area. Also Northern Hawk Owl, Trumpeter Swan, Spruce Grouse, and Blackpoll Warbler.

Insider tips for Brushkana Creek Campground: Book early as this is a popular federal campground Three double vaulted accessible toilets available Interpretive panels dispersed throughout site for educational context

Skip Brushkana Creek Campground if: Expecting hookups — no hookups available at sites. Visiting October or later — seasonal operations end September/October.

Best time to visit Brushkana Creek Campground: May-September — Official operating season when snow-free conditions allow access; campground physically closes in winter..

Nearby campgrounds: Tangle Lakes Campground (Glennallen , AK).

Cell Phone Coverage at Brushkana Creek Campground

Cell signal at Brushkana Creek Campground (Glennallen , AK): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Brushkana Creek Campground

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Brushkana Creek Campground is located at MP 104.5 along the Denali Highway. The 22-unit camping area with fire rings and picnic tables also provides three double vaulted accessible toilets, numerous bear-proof trash receptacles and food lockers, parking for vehicles and trailers, potable water, trails, picnic area with shelter, and interpretive panels dispersed throughout the site. This site is mostly utilized during the snow free season, May through September.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
ADA sites1 sites
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsBear Boxes
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Drinking Water

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ Expecting hookups — no hookups available at sites✕ Visiting October or later — seasonal operations end September/October

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a popular federal campground

Three double vaulted accessible toilets available

Interpretive panels dispersed throughout site for educational context

Best: May-September

Official operating season when snow-free conditions allow access; campground physically closes in winter.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

Live
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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Moose, Caribou, and Gray Wolf present in area. Also Northern Hawk Owl, Trumpeter Swan, Spruce Grouse, and Blackpoll Warbler.

Location

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Campground entrance

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Community

#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Delta Wild and Scenic River fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Delta Wild and Scenic River before arrival — seasonal closures common.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Brushkana Creek Campground cost per night?+
Brushkana Creek Campground costs $20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Brushkana Creek Campground open?+
Brushkana Creek Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Brushkana Creek Campground have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Brushkana Creek Campground?+
Brushkana Creek Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Brushkana Creek Campground?+
Brushkana Creek Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Brushkana Creek Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Brushkana Creek Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Brushkana Creek Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Brushkana Creek Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

BLM Alaska Recreation Guide Denali Highway BLM Alaska Facebook PageBLM Alaska TwitterBLM Alaska YouTube Channel
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$20 /night★ 5 (1)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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