Homer Spit Fishing Hole Camping

The feel

This is city-managed primitive beach camping along the Homer Spit, near the fishing lagoon. There are over 80 sites, including beachside sites. Some have basic vegetative boundaries and others sit in an open gravel parking lot.

The surface is gravel with potholes, and Pier One Theatre is next door with weekend evening entertainment. There are no electrical hookups, but fish cleaning tables are on site.

What to expect

Layout and setting

Over 80 sites, including beachside sites, some bounded by vegetation and others in an open gravel lot. Gravel surface with potholes.

Check-in and stay

First come, first serve, with no reservations.

Parking and rig size

No electrical RV hookups. There is easy access to one of the city's RV dump sites.

Fees and reservations

$30 for all sites, including sales tax. No reservations.

Hazards

Runoff is problematic during periods of heavy rain.

Bathrooms and water

Rustic accessible restrooms and potable water, plus fish cleaning tables.

Season and access

May-Sep. Grocery shopping, fuel and the central business district are about five miles away.

Mingo says

Heavy rain turns runoff into a problem here, so check the forecast before you pick a low spot. Arrive early enough to choose between a beachside site and the gravel lot.

Before you go

• Bring $30 for the site, because every site costs the same and none can be reserved.
• Call the Campground Information Hotline at 907-235-1583 for up-to-date information.
• Reach the Harbormaster Office at 907-235-3160, open Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm and closed weekends.

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