Where can I shower in Talkeetna?
Bathrooms are down the hall with the exception of our Trapper Johns Cabin, which now has its very own bathroom.. although the Outhouse still is functional! There is also coin-op laundry and showers available for purchase, free unlimited Wi-Fi and an extensive collection of games, books and magazines.
In fact, almost the entire state is open to boondocking. Most of the highways have pull-outs on them where boondocking is permitted, and Alaska 511 is your North Star to navigate these highways and potential road closures. The Last Frontier is by far the most boondocking friendly state in the union.
Alaska does have a lot of public land, far more than any other state, but you cannot just camp anywhere. You can do dispersed camping (camping outside a campground) just like other parts of the US, but you need to make sure you are on public land that allows camping.
More than half of Alaska consists of public lands, so you can find free dry campsites near Denali, the Kenai Fjords, Glacier Bay, and other wilderness areas.
- Get Out There. As the launching point for bold climbers taking on North America's highest peak, get a real feel for the town by starting your day with a wildness adventure. ...
- Refuel. ...
- Talkeetna Historical Society Museum. ...
- Walk Downtown. ...
- Give in to Cravings. ...
- Plan your Return to Talkeetna.
3 Days, 2 nights
Take a stroll through town and schedule a flight seeing trip for the next morning, skip some rocks at the river, take photos, stretch your legs. Visit the Talkeetna Historical Society Museum and listen to the Ranger Talk.
Boondocking is camping without any hookups outside developed campgrounds. Federal agencies refer to boondocking as dispersed camping. Other terms used to describe boondocking include dry camping and off-grid camping.
Yes, sleeping is allowed. There are no rules against sleeping in your vehicle at an Alaska Rest Area. Moreover, the State of Alaska has no laws against sleeping alongside a highway. Many drivers can be seen parked along the side of a highway in Alaska doing just that.
Alaska Roadside Camping is legal in most areas; here's the scoop. For reasons of safety alone in a state as large as Alaska, pulling off the road when tired is encouraged and completely acceptable too.
The Best Time to Camp in Alaska
The peak time for visitors is from mid-May until mid-September, during Alaska's longest and warmest months. No matter the month, though, each Alaskan season offers stunning views and exciting things to do: Spring in Alaska: Spring in Alaska runs from late March through early June.
How long can you camp in one spot in Alaska?
You may camp on the same campsite for no more than 14 days. The entire camp must be moved at least two miles before the end of the 14-day period. A cabin or other permanent improvement is not allowed.
Camping in Alaska
You can camp on most BLM lands for up to 2 weeks (14 days) at a time. You cannot reserve campsites, so plan to arrive early. All camping is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Our campgrounds have the facilities that recreationists have come to expect.

Not every hotel offers this service, but it's worth asking. The hotel can make some cash off the room, clean it after you've gone, and rent it to someone else for the night.
- All "shower" results in Anchorage, AK. Showing 1-60 of 180.
- Base Camp Anchorage. 18.6 mi. ...
- Ship Creek Landings Rv Park. 18.3 mi. ...
- Seaview RV Park & Campground. 15.7 mi. ...
- Centennial Campground. 14.3 mi. ...
- Neighbors Windows & Doors. 15.9 mi. ...
- Alaska Backpackers Inn. 18.4 mi. ...
- Bent Prop Inn And Hostel.
Camping Supplies and Amenities
A shower and laundry facility is next door to the Riley Creek Mercantile, in Riley Creek Campground. An RV dump and fill station is also located there. Backpacking equipment can be rented outside of the park, from Denali Mountain Works.