Nearby Campgrounds
Overview
Open in summer only (May 20 to mid-September). Savage River campground is located at Mile 13 on the Denali Park Road. It sits in a spruce forest, with moderate screening between sites. On clear days, Mount McKinley can be seen from a short walk below the campground.
Best Seasons
Location
Elevation
2,706 ft
Directions
After entering the park, drive fourteen miles along the Denali Park Road and look for signs for the campground. Note: You must check in at the Denali Bus Depot or the Riley Creek Mercantile before driving to the campground.
Weather Notes
Summer temperatures generally range from the mid-30s to the mid-60s. Extremes beyond that range are possible, and it can snow any month of the year. We recommend you bring a sleeping bag rated to 20 degrees (Fahrenheit) if tent camping. Rain is common in summer. Mosquitoes are a nuisance from early June through early August in most years.
RV Information
Up to 40 ft
Maximum RV Length
Trailers up to 40 ft
Large RV Sites
Nightly fee for a site that can accommodate an RV between 30' and 40' long.
Small RV / Tent Sites
Nightly cost for a site that can accommodate an RV that is less than 30' long, as well as any other vehicle or even tent campers without vehicles.
Group Site
Standard sites in Savage can accommodate up to 8 people (in up to 3 tents). Larger groups may rent a group site by calling 866.761.6629.
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Reservations are strongly recommended. Group campsites: Independent visitors and non-profit groups may use group campsites by simply making a reservation. For-profit businesses must apply for a Commercial Use Authorization (CUA) from the NPS to use a group campsite at Savage River (note: only private parties and non-profit organizations may use the group site at Riley Creek Campground). For-profits may make a group site reservation while simultaneously acquiring a permit/CUA from the NPS. For more information about group camping permits and CUAs, please call (907) 683-9553. To make group campsite reservations, please call 800-622-7275.
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