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Donnelly Creek State Recreation Site

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About Donnelly Creek State Recreation Site

Donnelly Creek State Recreation Site, located on the braided Delta River, is one of the state's most scenic campgrounds with views of some of the tallest peaks of the Alaska Range. There is also a great opportunity here to examine alpine plant life. This secluded wilderness campground is seldom crowded and has 12 campsites, toilets, and water.

Location: A variety of wildlife inhabit the area around Donnelly Creek State Recreation Site. Moose, bear, porcupines, beavers, and snowshoe hares are fairly common, as are many species of birds. Upon occasion, caribou are sighted browsing in the area. The Delta bison herd can often be seen across the Delta River on their summer calving grounds.

Recreation: The campground and surrounding hills are popular locations to pick blueberries. The campground offers a good base camp for exploring the Alaska Mountain Range.

Nearby Attractions

The Delta River and Alaska Mountain Range offers numerous day trip opportunities.

Amenities & Services

On-Site

  • Accessible Vault Toilets
  • Biking
  • Birding
  • Cabin Rentals
  • Campfire Rings
  • Cross Country Skiing
  • Drinking Water (Hand Pump)
  • Hiking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Parking Area
  • Pets Allowed
  • RV Parking
  • Self Pay Station
  • Tables
  • Trash Collection
  • Vault Toilets
Getting There

Donnelly Creek State Recreation Site is 32 miles south of Delta Junction at mile 238 of the Richardson Highway.

Rules & Important Info

Occassionally Grizzly Bears visit the campground so please secure food in vehicles and keep a clean camp.

Facilities

This secluded wilderness campground is seldom crowded and has 12 campsites, a public use cabin, toilets, and water.

Fees

Non-Peak Primitive Site $10.00 Non-Peak Standard Full Hookup $22.00 Non-Peak Standard with Electric Hookup $19.00 Non-Peak Standard with Water and Electric Hookups $21.00 Peak Primitive Site $10-$12 Peak Standard Full Hookup $22.00-$24.00 Peak Standard with Electric Hookup $19.00-$21.00 Peak Standard with Water and Electric Hookups $21.00-$23.00

Contact

Phone: (907)451-2695

Address: 3700 Airport Way, Fairbanks, AK 99709

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