Ophir Creek Campground sits among the stunning landscapes of White Mountains National Recreation Area in Alaska . With 20 campsites (RV-friendly up to 30 feet feet) , restrooms, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Sites are first-come, first-served , and the best times to visit are Jun-sep when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
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🌤️ Best Time to Visit
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Ophir Creek Campground located in Alaska, offering 20 camping sites.
Ophir Creek Campground
A Rural campground in Alaska
Overview
Fishing, Gold Panning, Hiking, Floating, Wildlife Watching. Ophir Creek Campground Also Provides River Access to Nome Creek for Paddlers Headed to Beaver Creek Wild and Scenic River. Taking a Left at the Junction, It Is 12 Miles to the Ophir Creek Campground and the Put-in for Floating Beaver Creek Wild and Scenic River.
Nearby Attractions
Put-in for Beaver Creek Wild and Scenic River, Table Top Trail (3 Mile Loop Non-Motorized Trail).
Ophir Creek Campground- the Ophir Creek Campground Is One of Two Campgrounds Located at Either End of the Nome Creek Valley, on the Southern Edge of the White Mountains National Recreation Area. Nestled in Tall White Spruce Trees on the Bank of Nome Creek, the Campground Includes 20 Campsites, Including One Group Site.
From Here You Can Enjoy Fishing in Nome Creek or Take a Short Day-Hike Over to Beaver Creek. Also Nearby Is the 3-Mile Loop Trail to Table Top Mountain, with Awesome Views of the Higher Peaks in the White Mountains.
the Campground Is Maintained During the Summer Season (June Through Mid-September) and Have Hand Pump Non-Potable Wells, Trash Cans, and Outhouse-Style Toilets. Each Campsite Has a Parking Area, Picnic Tables, and Fire Rings. Firewood Is Not Provided. the Nearest RV Dump Station Is in Fairbanks.
Accessibility Description (Aba/Ada)
Yes. an Accessible Toilet and Hand Water Pump Are Available.
Fees- $12 Per Night Per Site (Sites 1-19) on a First Come Basis.
$24 for Group Site 20 Per Night on a First Come Basis.
Directions-to Reach Nome Creek From Fairbanks, Take the Steese Highway to Mile 57 and Follow the U. S. Creek Road for Seven Miles to the Nome Creek Road.
Managed by: Bureau of Land ManagementSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 20
- Hookup Types: Electric
- Max RV Length: 30 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: Available
- 💧 Potable Water: No
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: No
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address:
City: , Alaska
Coordinates: 65.368749, -147.08419
Area Type: Rural
Phone: 1-202-208-3801
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Fishing|hiking|picnic|dump-station|water|fire-ring|river|trail|group-site|rv
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: No
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: $12
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
Fair Signal
LTE
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Poor Signal
4G
📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS
Signal Quality: Fair
Total Stations: 5 stations
Nearest Market: Anchorage/Fairbanks
Notes: Signals FROM Anchorage/Fairbanks MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 11 stations (3 AM, 8 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Fair
Major Formats: Country, ADULT Contemporary, NEWS/TALK
Local News: KENI 650 Am
Market: Anchorage
Notes: 3 AM, 8 FM Stations from Anchorage
🔌 EV Charging
⚡ Golden Valley Electric Fairbanks
Distance: 40.3 miles away
Address: 758 Illinois Street, Fairbanks, AK
Network: flo
Charging Type: Fast-charging-available • CHAdeMO-J1772
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 10325266
- Managing Agency: Bureau of Land Management
- Agency Email: blm_wo_webmaster@blm.gov
- Agency Website: https://www.blm.gov/visit/ophir-creek-campground-0
- Parent Park: White Mountains National Recreation Area
- Park Website: /parks/white-mountains-national-recreation-area/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: National Recreation Areas
- Parks Post Name: white-mountains-national-recreation-area
- Parent Park Name: White Mountains National Recreation Area
- Correct Park Type Mapping: white-mountains-national-recreation-area
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 6.0
- States Covered: Alaska
- Managing Agencies: Bureau of Land Management
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 126.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 10
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 126.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 10, 10.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: alaska
- Agency Slug: bureau-of-land-management
- Park Type Slug: national-recreation-areas
- Parent Park Slug: white-mountains-national-recreation-area
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: bureau-of-land-management
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