Clearwater State Recreation Site Campground

The feel

This campground has 16 to 17 sites on 27 acres beside the spring fed Delta Clearwater River, a clear water river known for fly fishing for grayling. The river also holds whitefish and salmon, and a boat launch gives access to the water.

The river connects to the Tanana and Goodpaster Rivers, so visitors also float it. Toilets, water and picnic sites are on site, and there are no hookups.

What to expect

Layout and setting

16 to 17 sites on 27 acres beside the Delta Clearwater River, with a boat launch and picnic sites.

Check-in and stay

First come, first served. The camping limit is 15 days.

Parking and rig size

RV length limit of 30 ft. There are no hookups.

Fees and reservations

$15 per site. Campsites cannot be reserved.

Bathrooms and water

Vault toilets and drinking water are on site.

Season and access

Roughly mid May to mid September, weather dependent. From the Alaska Highway at mile 1415, turn onto Clearwater Road and drive 8.5 miles, or turn onto Jack Warren Road at mile 268 of the Richardson Highway and drive 11 miles.

Mingo says

Bring a fly rod for grayling in the clear water. Floating the river is a second way to spend the stay.

Before you go

• Check your rig against the 30 ft RV length limit.
• Bring $15 for your site, since there are no reservations.
• Download the campground map PDF and the Clearwater Float Guide PDF.
• Call the DNR Public Information Center at (907) 269-8400 with questions.

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