Tanana Valley is a nice little campground tucked into a patch of forest right off the road. As an…read moreout-of-town'er working in Fairbanks over the summer, I used their tenting sites to car-camp in my Toyota 4-Runner while waiting to move into my rental house. At $25 you can't beat it, especially considering the astronomical hotel prices in Fairbanks. To that end, the campground served it's purpose in my "just to get by" situation. Unfortunately the shower facilities were closed during my stay because they were being renovated. I wasn't happy to discover the closed-off showers & restrooms because it was't mentioned on the website. As a matter of fact, the website still touts the showers as an available amenity, and the reservation confirmation email includes the entry codes for the digital combination locks on the shower building doors. It wasn't until my attempts to get into the shower building when I learned that they were closed for renovation. (The combo code was no good). That irked me, but it was't a deal-breaker. I had access to showers at my work as well as a local gym, so I adapted and kept on camping. This probably won't be the situation for other campers though, so the campsite owners are leaving themselves wide-open for confrontations with rightly-infuriated customers. Don't worry about trying to use the Wi-FI. If you do happen to be in an area of the campsite where it actually connects to your device, it does little more than infuriate you with an unusable snail's pace. Then it kicks you off and tells you that you have the wrong password. Then the password magically works again just long enough to disappoint you with its slow uselessness. But hey. It's a campground. Don't get on the internet. Build a campfire and swat mosquitos like mother nature intended. The main area of the campground, (mostly RV sites and a few tent sites), is clean and quiet. The double-letter tenting sites are in a separate section, much closer to the road. I skipped around the different tenting sites from evening to evening just to check things out. I prefer the single-letter sites that are in the main campground area, but the double-letter sites aren't too bad either. They all served their purpose of giving me a quiet place to park so I could get a good night's sleep. If the place had been much more than $25 for a tent site, I doubt I would have stayed there very long.

Great campground! I was actually IN the office when fellow reviewer "Brenda" came in to pick up her…read morepackage. Yes their hours have been a bit crazy due to the gal that normally worked the office has had COVID for the last 9 days! We stayed there for 5 nights and it was great. Yes they aren't brand new facilities but the laundry was good (was just $2 wash and $2 dry). It's close to everything! Was pretty quiet as there's only 30 sites and half of them are non-electric.

We stay at the Rivers Edge at least 2 time per summer. WE have family in the area so the park is…read morenot only convenient it is in such a beautiful setting. We love hanging out by the river and enjoying watching the ducks float by. The spaces give us plenty of room to enjoy our stay. The staff are friendly and helpful and you can tell how much they truly care about the property. The bathrooms/ showers are always clean, the laundry mat is as well. Our family is in North Pole but we prefer to stay at Rivers Edge in spite of there being other parks closer. We did eat at Chena's Alaskan Grill this past may. They had changed to only having a buffet. It was a tad expensive for my taste but the food was very good and the service was too. The Rivers Edge Rv park is our home away from home while visiting Fairbanks.

I stayed here after my husband recently passed away while I was trying to figure out where I was…read moregoing to live. I paid $1,600 upfront for one month and explained my situation to the office staff, including that I would probably be extending for an additional 2-3 weeks. I was hoping for a little compassion and understanding during a very difficult time, but that was not my experience. Once I parked, I realized the sites were very small and cramped, with the picnic table sitting right by the sewage line. There was very little room between campers, and it was not what I expected. Also the WiFi was very slow and almost none existent. I was told the overflow parking could be used for guests or an extra vehicle, so I had a friend park there when she visited. I was never told she needed to check in at the office first or that there would be a fee. Over the Fourth of July weekend, my friend parked in the overflow lot and, within minutes, two office employees came over and rudely told her she could not park there because the park was "full." In reality, there were around 20 overflow spaces and only one vehicle parked there all day. The next day, I went into the office to ask where a guest could park if they were picking me up. I was told there was a $10-per-day parking fee, but that I would not be charged because I was staying long term. I had no problem paying, but that had never been mentioned when I checked in. I was also told my friend's vehicle had been trespassed from the property for parking there a few days earlier. My friend was never contacted by police or notified and only found out when she returned to visit. She had to park outside the park and walk in. I only had company over five times total, and they never stayed more than an hour. The staff's communication was inconsistent, and the rules seemed to change as they went. I felt singled out and harassed throughout my stay. At that point, I had been planning to extend for another month, but I decided not to. The day before I checked out, my son stopped by for about five minutes to load my barbecue into his truck. Despite the park being nearly empty and check-in not starting until 4 p.m., staff were knocking on my door and questioning us almost immediately. This was one of the hardest times in my life, and I expected professionalism and kindness. Instead, I experienced rude treatment, confusing policies, and constant harassment. I would not stay here again or recommend this park.

Being from Tucson Arizona this was an amazing experience! The trail rested on a wooden walkway so…read morehiking was relatively easy. This area was recommended to us for wild blueberry picking and it didn't disappoint. The trails were packed with blueberries as far as the eye could see. The views were spectacular and I even caught a salmon in the Chena River with a small telescopic fishing pole I bought from Amazon.

The cabin was very dirty. The lady at the front desk was…read morevery rude. We checked out earlier than we planned.

Pioneer Park in Fairbanks is a wonderful destination for history buffs and families alike. This…read moreheritage-themed park offers a fascinating glimpse into Alaska's past, with preserved historic buildings, museums, and engaging exhibits that highlight the state's pioneer and Gold Rush history. Walking through the park, you can explore vintage trains, an old-fashioned saloon, and interactive displays that make learning about Alaska's history fun for all ages. The park is well-maintained, with plenty of open space, picnic areas, and seasonal events that add to the lively atmosphere. It's a charming mix of education and entertainment, perfect for a leisurely day of exploring, taking photos, and enjoying a taste of Alaska's unique cultural heritage. A must-visit for anyone wanting a hands-on experience of Fairbanks' history.

This spot was cute. I came early Feb and everything was closed lol but it was nice seeing all the…read more"pioneer" building and stuff. It was a nice walk around!

Red Squirrel Campground is a beautiful Alaska Campground, though not a big one…read more The campsite areas are not partitioned and campers pitch their tents next to the small pond on a grassy strip. RVs park in the lot across the driveway. This is a great place to picnic, especially if inclement weather, since there are two covered picnic areas. Find this camp on Chena Hot Springs Road, on the left side when headed to the Hot Springs from Fairbanks. A very reasonable $5.00 will get you in, where you will find water, toilets, covered picnic areas with picnic tables and fire rings. www.romancingalaska.com warns: "Beware of swimmers itch. Small larvae are known to have been found in this pond in and around the duckweed that grows near the shore. The larvae can penetrate human skin. Although they are not harmful to humans, they do cause an itch or rash that can last up to a week. To avoid the larvae penetrating skin, towel dry as soon as you exit the pond." They recommend the pond might be better suited for boating than for swimming. When I visited in late September, the campground was flooded from 2 weeks of rain, high tide and a full moon. A picnic table and bench was floating in the water but I still thought this was a great little spot. 4 YELP STARS.

According to www.trails.com, Granite Tors is a "15-mile, or 2-mile loop trail, with access to…read moremassive tors in the alpine with vistas of the Alaska Range and Chena River Valley. The Granite Tors are granite towers, pinnacles, and slabs that crown Munson Ridge, the alpine ridge at the head of Rock Creek, southwest of the Chena River." These tors are large, isolated rock outcrops. They are very trippy-looking. They formed millions of years ago when molten rock pushed upward and cooled before it reached the earth's surface I loved this park when I stopped by on my way to the Hot Springs. It was beautiful and well-maintained. The state of Alaska has been sprucing up their State Parks and it really shows here. I gave Granite Tors 5 Yelp stars because the trail and hike is scenic and doable for most, if not all levels of hiker. Tors trail campground accommodates all sorts of outdoor enthusiasts, from tent campers to those with deluxe recreational vehicles. Tors Trailhead is in the Tors Trail Campground. There is a day use fee required at the Tors trailhead parking lot. No day use fee is required at the trailhead if a camping fee is paid. Granite Tors is an ADA-approved Facility and encompasses 254,080 acres. There are 24 Campsites and no RV size limit. The Camping Limit is 15 days. A gorgeous place for sure!

Mary Shields, you are a saint!! This very sweet woman is a…read moregem to be around! Not only is she a sweet woman, she is a tough survivor with deep knowledge of everything Mushing related. We were greeted with hot drinks and home made brownies as she shared with us her story, which is beautiful. Her love for dogs surpasses anything I have ever experienced, to include each night before she goes to bed, howling to her pups from her wheelchair and listening to them respond from the outdoor kennel. We had tears in our eyes as she got choked up numerous times about her sheer passion for these beautiful animals. The first ever woman finisher of the Iditarod!! What an honor it was to meet you, spoil your furry children with love, and listen to your life story. I highly recommend anyone to spend this amazing experience with Mary and her dogs.

We called this morning to go for the 10AM tour. When we got there we met one of the most…read morefascinating people I have ever met. We enjoyed playing with the dogs very much!! They are sweet, precious dogs. Mary was so personable!! She let us play with the dogs and then brought us into her house for coffee, cookies and questions. The house was absolutely adorable. Mary is well spoken, kind and gentle soul. I do hope she will write a biography.

We stayed here 1 night on our way to Denali. The spots are nice with full hookups, but they are not…read morepull-through so be prepared to back-in. They were long enough for our class C and tow car. The hosts were very helpful and accommodating, even received/held a package for us which was a great help to us! And their WiFi is the best! I know this is usually dependent on how many people are using it and there are not a lot of campers here today, but still it's a wonderful thing to have!

It's a cute little place for a Rest stop To sleep for the night but I wouldn't recommend taking a…read moreshower or washing your clothes here n $40 a night

Our family had the most incredible time at Black Spruce. Jeff and Katie were the most welcoming…read morepeople and their passion for their dogs and mushing was evident from the moment we arrived. We did the Sled Dog Safari Tour in early June. There are other sled dog experiences you can do in Alaska and we participated in one of those too, but our time at Black Spruce was our most memorable experience in Alaska. We were able to meet all of their dogs and we were very lucky that they had a litter of puppies when we were there which we were able to snuggle. If you are spending any time in Fairbanks, this activity is a must!

The most fun! Friendly & fun guides, adorable (hardworking) & snuggly pups, beautiful views, and…read moreHUGE smiles on the sled. We couldn't have enjoyed it more. Highly recommend!!