Chugach National Forest — riverside, hikingLive availability via Recreation.gov· synced every 30 min
Cordova, AK, AK★ 4 (0 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Eleven maintained campsites are available at $10 per night.
Best for:HikersWildlife watchersFamiliesSites:Tent
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Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsBear Boxes
Straight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ Road access severely compromised - sections at mile 36 and mile 44 are washed out; jet boat or helicopter required to reach the site✕ Seeking standard hookups - no hookups available at most sites
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryFirst-come, first-served basis only; payment at self-serve fee box at main pavilion
Eleven maintained campsites available at $10 per night according to RIDB
Located 48 miles east of Cordova on Copper River Highway near Million Dollar Bridge
Best: May-October
Campground operates seasonally during these months only
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetT-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmAlert: Harbor seals and fox sparrows documented in the area
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
N/A· Chugach National Forest
Getting there →
From Cordova, the campground is 48 miles east on the Copper River Highway just before the Million Dollar Bridge. Two sections of the highway at mile 36 and mile 44 are washed out, and access to the site now requires a boat ride or travel by air. Several outfitters provide transportation to the campground.
Campground entrance
Google Maps APICommunity
#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Chugach National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Chugach National Forest 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, speakableHow much does Childs Glacier Recreation Area And Campground cost per night?+
Childs Glacier Recreation Area And Campground costs $20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Childs Glacier Recreation Area And Campground open?+
Childs Glacier Recreation Area And Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Childs Glacier Recreation Area And Campground have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Childs Glacier Recreation Area And Campground?+
Childs Glacier Recreation Area And Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Childs Glacier Recreation Area And Campground?+
Childs Glacier Recreation Area And 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 Childs Glacier Recreation Area And Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Childs Glacier Recreation Area And Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Childs Glacier Recreation Area And Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Childs Glacier Recreation Area And Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
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
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas
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$20 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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