Centennial Campground

The feel

Centennial is a forested campground in east Anchorage, near downtown and the Glenn Highway, Staff and camp hosts work out of a historic log cabin office seven days a week.

The campground is not immune from road noise from the Glenn Highway, and there is not a lot of privacy between sites, It is close to trails and Ship Creek, and Anchorage is bear country.

What to expect

Layout and setting

84 sites: 21 RV with electricity, 20 RV non-electric and 42 RV/tent. Forested, with picnic shelters.

Check-in and stay

No more than seven consecutive days at one campsite, and no more than 14 days at any combination of campsites. Quiet time begins at 10 pm.

Parking and rig size

No more than two vehicles per campsite.

Fees and reservations

$30 per night without electricity and $40 per night with electricity. Reservation only, online before arrival. No cash is accepted at the campground.

Dogs

Pets must be leashed or confined at all times and must not disturb other campers. Clean up after your pet.

Hazards

Bears. Store food and coolers in your vehicle, camper or a bear proof container when not cooking, and use the bear proof containers for garbage.

Bathrooms and water

Toilets and water are on site, plus a dump station.

Season and access

May 16 to September 15, at 8400 Starview Dr, Anchorage.

Mingo says

Book ahead, because this campground takes reservations only. Plan your trip inside the summer season, which closes in mid September.

Before you go

• Reserve online before you arrive. For help, call (907) 343-6986 or (907) 343-6992 between 12-8pm.
• Pay online, because no cash is accepted at the campground.
• Keep food and coolers in a vehicle or a bear proof container.

Written October 2026. Sources are listed at the end of this page.