As a relatively seasoned RV traveler in Alaska that's done it for the past 3 years, this is the number one place I recommend in the interior. Andy and Karen Burnham bought the place several years ago and have worked very hard to make the place at home for you. They live in the place in the wintertime when it can get down to 60 below and they only have a wood fireplace to rely on for warmth. A brief history of the place; it was a lodge 3 brothers from Michigan founded in the 1940's and built themselves with blood, sweat, and tears, which is what it took for an enterprising person to make it there back then to not get cold or hungry. Andy and Karen took it over making it a showplace and still working on it. There's a display of vintage typewriters and appliances in a room in the lodge and a nice selection of sundries and reading material. And the outside has old International trucks from the 1940's on display still in running condition. For food and drink, they serve their famous roadkill chili with a selection of squirrel, porcupine, and muskrat depending on what day it is. And wood fire pizzas to include supreme, meat lovers, pepperoni, or chili. Better than what you'll get at the average pizzeria in Alaska. The bar has a nice selection of flavored whiskeys, canned local mixed drinks, and the basic traditional stuff. It is expensive, but a lot of logistics and expenses are involved to get the stuff there. As for RV'ing in itself, perfect! All the sites are near the nicely flowing Tolsona Creek. Whether you like to fish or not, it's a pleasant view. Anyway, we've been there 3 times already in the past 2 years. I want the place to remain a secret, but at the same time want the owners to enjoy the bounty of their hard work and the place continue to flourish, maybe eventually it'll become a popular winter lodge as well with the cabins. read more

Stayed one night and Andy had no social skills the night I had beer and ordered his premade frozen pizzas in there restaurant. Bunch kids came in for ice cream and he was not happy to cater to them but assumed he did as I left due to his social skills. Got up early next morning and packed up drove down to showers and instead of parking on the road out front drove behind the building on the gravel road. When finishing up my shower and brushing teeth Andy pounds on the two doors as this shower building have me and a elderly lady next door. I opened door as I was trying to tidy up bit around sink and was getting total harassed for parking behind building as apparently the septic tank was under the road. He walked me around building to show me how someone else had hit the building from driving around before and I just responded that I know how to drive. There was no sign to identify this he continues to go off on me at 7AM and I even apologized but this did not calm the man at the least even though I had no idea I did wrong. So as I putting my items in truck and forgot my towel and saving kit with all my supplies other than my clothes bag on the hook in the washroom/ shower room. The other older lady just quickly walked away from the situation. Felt bad for her as she was also innocent bystander. He then drives over to my site and then came back and started on me again because as a courtesy I shut off the power breakers at my site post. He said you keep shutting the power off to the site beside you even through I had 14 I think and site beside me had #15 apparently 15 was fed from #14 again I had no idea and no sign or blocking of breakers for the other site who did have there own post. Guess with just a number on it but fed from mine. Unless you are full psychic I would not recommend staying at this place to be fully off the handle harassed but of no known fault of your own. When I arrived at my next location that evening I realized I had left all my toiletries and towel behind and Epi pen and sent email so I could pick it up next day passing back through and was told by Andy's wife that she did not see anything when she was cleaning up washrooms that day and not one turned in the items. I responded with after my experience I think I have good idea as to where my items went and explained to her that Andy has burn out which I did running my business and also and needed to get out. She respectively responded and said that Andy would not do that. What do you think? Fellow campers wanted my wet towel and tooth brush. She was very nice when I Was there and did respond to both my emails but if anyone's knows anyone's true colors it would be his wife. I have left this response for over week hoping that I would be contacted even though I'm long gone heading to Ontario that my items have been recovered but I quite sure my first thought of the items was correct but again I am not the psychic you need to be to understand requirements necessary to satisfy Andy thoughts. read more

Great place to stay,good food at the lodge and a well stocked bar. The chili is very good and they make there own pizza which is fabulous. They also make there own hot sauces and deserts,(get the brownie). The owners Andy and Karen work very hard to make sure you have a wonderful stay. We really enjoyed our stay. read more

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I accidentally drove into this RV campground as I missed the driveway for my intended campground. It was my first time in the area, and I was trying to figure out if the party I was meeting up with was here. A man in a side-by-side vehicle approached my driver's window and asked what I was doing there. I explained that I was looking for my friends at campsite 10. He looked around and then said, "I don't see anyone." I clarified that I was looking for Tolsona Wilderness Campground, and his attitude turned hostile. He began explaining how to drive out of his campground, back onto the highway, and to the next driveway as if I was incapable of understanding directions. As I drove away, he sarcastically said, "Enjoy your campsite in the back swamp and buggy land," implying that the other campground was lesser than his. The reason I am leaving this review is because I was shocked by his behavior. As a Fairbanks local, I want potential guests to be aware of this kind of conduct and to know that he does not represent Alaskans. To that man who is going to claim our interaction never happened, I was the woman in the Red 4Runner on Thursday at 3 pm. Based on other reviews, it seems like his guests have had the same behavior, and I definitely chose the better campground. read more

Very friendly, on site owners. Sites are large and fully equipped with water/electric/sewer. Bath houses are clean, laundry areas up to date. Nice lodge with a full bar, pizzas and chili. Affordable. Give it a go. read more

The campground host here is a tool. Hard chip on his shoulder and not very family friendly. Keeps strict hours and monitors the grounds like a troll under a bridge. If I could have taken photos I would've but he basically chased us off the grounds when we went to go check on friends with a camper who were staying on the grounds at the stroke of 10pm. read more

The place is great and the owners are very friendly. The entire campground is still a bit under construction but that doesn't really matter. The lodge bar is a little pricey but what isn't pricey in Alaska. My only issue is the water. The water is definitely not potable and it actually stained my RV toilet and we had to scrub the schmutz off. The cabins that you can rent look really cool, the lodge itself has a good vibe and it has a nice wide running stream on the property. I enjoyed the stay just make sure your water filters work before staying. read more

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On a road trip and found a couple RV parks close together and just randomly picked this one. So glad we did!! The owners are just the nicest people you'll ever meet. It's also a lodge with spectacular food and a full bar! The sites back up to a river that has fish. The lodge serves great bison and elk burgers. Must stop! read more

Ranch House Lodge - Great chili and they have an array of hot sauces. (These were my favorite) - Campgrounds Near Me - Glennallen, Alaska

We were traveling through and looking for a campsite in the area that was on the water. These folks set us up at one of their new creekside campsites where my husband fished, our lab played in the water, and we were lulled to sleep by the sound of the creek rapids, which drowned out any and all highway noise! Add to the experience that Andy and Karen are attentive and friendly hosts, we had a few drinks at the bar and learned the history of the roadhouse. I hated that we had already eaten sandwiches in the camper because they offer homemade chili with an enormous variety of hot sauces for customers to add at will. But, what I'd really like to try is their homemade pizza. Next time! This place is only 110 miles from our home and we'll be back just for overnight getaways, for sure! read more

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REASONABLE RATES, GREAT PLACE TO STAY. The owners of this campground worked really hard to make you feel welcome. We had good, clean 50 amp power and good water pressure with full hookups. We have stayed at a lot of campgrounds in Alaska with supposed 50 amp power, and a lot that only had 30. We had a beautiful spot right by the creek, very soothing sounds. I wish it had been warm enough to open the windows at night. They serve chili and pizza and desserts at the lodge. Also have a full bar if you partake in that. Andy even told my granddaughter where they had ripe raspberries on the property which we were welcome to pick, and we did. I highly recommend this place. We did a day trip to Valdez from here. It was a 2 hour plus drive but we went to the Solomon Gulch Salmon hatchery & Worthington Glacier there which were amazing. read more

Make sure you come here for the chilli! It's an awesome atmosphere and the owners are legendary

What a find! Andy and Karen are the best. So friendly and amazing cooks. If you camp here, be sure to save room for their fantastic dinner and save room for dessert! Our level site is right on the river. Note: don't use your gps, ours sent us to Glennallen and it's about 10 miles away. read more

After seeing great Reviews on a FB page we decided to stop and stay a few days on our way into Anchorage. Several pull through spots that make it very easy to park even the largest class A's with tow's. 50/30 amp hookups,, water, sewer. Andy personally guides you to your spot to eliminate and confusion. Campers can sit at the bar in the lodge and have a drink of their choice while sampling their own hot sauce. I would also recommend you try Karen's chili pizza., very delicious. We did a little fly fishing in the steam that runs behind the campground and caught several trout and arctic graylings. I would absolutely camp hear again and suggest stopping by if your in the area. read more

Fantastic food. Great staff. Stop here and have dinner. But you might stay the night. The beds are so comfortable, you might never leave. read more

Ranch House Lodge - Inside the lodge. - Campgrounds Near Me - Glennallen, Alaska

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I am not confused and am absolutely certain that I am reviewing the correct place. Like I stated in an earlier, this place is rough. No amount of "history" can replace that. I am thankful that I did not have to stay here. The business owners can respond and try to suggest that I'm reviewing the wrong place but that is just a tactic to muddy the waters for travelers searching for overnight stay. If you are interested in basic, rough conditions and looking at a strip pit, nasty pond, and the owners industrial equipment that they say they have been using to straighten out the place the last seven years, then at least you have been fairly warned of the conditions and will not be fooled by a few warm fuzzy posts that are not true depictions. I wish I had taken photos just so that other travelers have all the info before stopping. I am not being mean but the truth is it is rough. read more

The greatest find ever. Immaculate and super comfortable dry cabins just outside of Glenallen. Cool and convient little bar/restaurant/beer store up front. Total old school Alaska with caribou racks and bullet holes, but the beds are brand new and they have an industrial strength mosquito magnet. Husband and wife team runs the whole place. Stay here. You won't regret it. read more

This park is on a babbling creek with large sites, speedy wifi, and the sweetest owners you'll ever meet. Owners fix dinner (great value) and serve drinks in their classic lodge. Had fun chatting with other interesting guests and the owners over dinner! read more

We are fortunate that our son and his girl friend recommended this fun place. Andy and Karen, the owners, are wonderful hosts and very entertaining. Be sure to have dinner here - Andy is a great cook! read more

Do NOT stop if you have kids or mid to large dogs. They are getting a 1 star because you HAVE to give them something. At first they were kind. But then he became obnoxiously rude to my family. Basicly told us to leave before 11. read more