Valdez KOA Journey General Information

Check-in is at 3:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM for all RV and tent sites. We do our best to accommodate early arrivals and late check-outs for cabins where possible. Please call ahead so we can do our best to help.

Arriving after hours? No problem. If you have a reservation, your Guest Service Guide with your name and site number will be posted on the general store door before the entrance to the campground. Follow the map to your site.If you don't have a reservation, use our night registration board located at the top of the steps on the general store porch. Complete the night registration envelope and place it in the pink box below the board.
Cabins, Glamping Tents, and RV Rental units cannot be booked during night registration; please call during store hours to reserve these accommodations. Call 1 (907) 835-2723 during store hours, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM throughout the open season, or reserve online.

In Case of Emergency: Call 911. You are at Valdez KOA Journey, 3181 Richardson Highway, Valdez, Alaska. Please also notify the office or camp host immediately. 
Fire Pits & Firewood: Please do not put bottles, cans, plastic, toxic chemicals, garbage, or other hazardous materials into fire pits or fire rings. Do not burn wood with nails or screws — it's dangerous and damages the rings. Firewood is available for purchase at the camp store if you need it. 
Bear Safety: Alaska's bears have a nose that puts your best hunting dog to shame. Do not leave food, garbage, or anything scented outside your RV, cabin, or tent. Store everything securely inside and get your rubbish into the dumpsters before bed. The bears don't want you, but they absolutely want your food.
The speed limit inside the campground is strictly 5 MPH, and we mean it. This is a campground, not a raceway. We have kids, dogs, and happy campers wandering around at all times, so please slow down and keep your eyes open. 
Generator & Vehicle Washing: Generator use is not permitted anywhere in the campground at any time. Washing of RVs or vehicles of any kind on site is also not permitted.

The Valdez KOA Journey camp store is open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM throughout the season. Stock up on firewood, ice, snacks, drinks, and camping essentials.

Quiet hours are observed from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM in accordance with the City of Valdez ordinance. We ask all guests to be considerate of their neighbors and keep noise to a minimum during these hours. If you are disturbed by unruly or loud guests after hours, please call our after-hours emergency management line: 1 (907) 831-6156. This number is also printed on the back of your Guest Services Guide (received at check-in).

Guests are welcome to have mail or packages sent ahead of arrival. Please note the following:Valdez only has a Post Office.USPS (Post Office): Use the PO Box address only: do not ship to the street address via USPS, or packages will be returned.
Address as: VALDEZ KOA, [YOUR NAME], PO BOX 627, VALDEZ, AK 99686.
If the PO Box number is not on the package, it will be returned by the Post Office.FedEx/UPS: Include the PO Box number in the ship-to name and use the street address:
Valdez 627 KOA, [YOUR NAME]
3181 Richardson Hwy
Valdez, AK 99686Allow at least 5–10 additional working days beyond the carrier's estimated delivery time due to our remote location.
Note: Some FedEx and UPS packages may be dropped at the Post Office. Including the PO Box number in the ship-to name ensures they are not returned.

Coin-operated washing machines and dryers are located at the back of the general store building. Change machines and laundry soap vending are available in the laundry room. Please be considerate of other guests by removing your laundry promptly once a cycle is complete.

E-bikes are available for rent at the Valdez KOA Journey camp store: the perfect way to explore the Richardson Highway trail, ride into downtown Valdez, or cruise down to Solomon Gulch Fish Hatchery. Both downtown Valdez and the hatchery are approximately 5 miles from the campground.Rentals available from 4 hours to 4 days. Helmet and lock included. Riders must be 18 years or older.
Stop by the camp store to check availability and rent yours today.

We have a dump station available (complimentary) for all guests staying with us.

Running low on propane? We've got you covered. Propane fill is available on-site at the Valdez KOA Journey camp store; no need to make a separate trip into town. Stop by the Camp store during opening hours (8:00 AM – 8:00 PM daily), and our team will get you sorted.

Our 24-hour bathhouse features private locking shower rooms, one of the things our guests rave about most. A shower floor mat is provided inside each stall for a clean, dry place to step when you're done. Please pop the used mat into the provided hamper so it's fresh for the next guest. Be considerate of fellow campers during peak morning hours and keep your shower time reasonable when others are waiting. We work hard to keep the bathhouse clean and tidy. If you find a shower or toilet in need of attention, please let the office or camp host know, and we'll sort it straight away.

We love that you're bringing your boat, kayaks, ATVs, or other Alaska outdoor gear. Just a few things to note. The campground parking area adjacent to the General Store has space for boats, trailers, and extra vehicles. Your campsite accommodates your RV and one vehicle only; all other vehicles and trailers must be parked in the designated parking area.
Do not park on the roadways inside the campground.

Valdez KOA Journey does not currently offer electric-vehicle charging stations or hybrid-vehicle charging on the property. Guests with EV or hybrid vehicles will need to bring or arrange their own power source. The nearest EV charging options are available in downtown Valdez, approximately 5 miles from the campground.

Bears have an exceptionally keen sense of smell. Please help us keep them wild and safe.

• Do not clean fish inside the campground. Fish cleaning tables are provided at the Valdez harbor dock.
  
• Do not place fish entrails or offcuts in the campground dumpsters or anywhere on the grounds.
  
• Any guest found cleaning fish inside the campground will forfeit their stay with no refund.
  
• Do not leave food, rubbish, or scented items outside your RV, cabin, or tent. Do not store food inside your tent.
  
• Please place all rubbish in the dumpsters provided and bring anything scented inside before going to bed.
  

Pets are welcome at Valdez KOA Journey, with a few important rules to keep everyone safe and happy.

• The City of Valdez requires all pets to be on a leash at all times, both inside and outside the campground.
  
• Electronic leashes are not permitted.
  
• Dogs must be kept on leashes when outside with their owners.
  
• Do not leave a tethered pet unattended.
  
• A non-refundable $50 pet cleaning fee applies to all pet-friendly lodging reservations at check-in.
  
• Constant barking bothers other campers. If your pet is too vocal, you'll need to find other accommodations.
  
• Please dispose of waste in the dumpster or pet waste stations.
  
• Pets are NOT allowed in: Glamping Tents, the Chalet, Deluxe Cabins, or RV Rental units. A $500 cleaning fee will be charged if a pet is found in a no-pet accommodation.
  
• Pets ARE welcome in: Camping Cabins (A-Frame), Easy Camping Tents, RV Sites, and Tent Sites. 
  
• Service dogs are welcome at all KOA campgrounds. Leash and behavior rules apply.
  
• Dogs of any breed that are hostile or aggressive will be asked to leave the campground, along with their owner.
  

Smoking is NOT permitted inside any campground accommodation, including Cabins, Glamping Tents, Easy Camping Tents, RV Rental units, and the Bathhouse and General Store. Please dispose of cigarette butts appropriately; do not leave butts on the ground anywhere in the campground.
Thank you for keeping our campground clean and fire-safe.

We love welcoming families to Valdez KOA Journey. Please maintain supervision of children throughout the campground, particularly around the roadways, creek, and fire pits. The campground playground is located at the back of the property and is available for use throughout the season. The KampK9 Park fenced area is for pets only; please do not allow children to play inside the KampK9 Park enclosure. Please maintain control of your children while at the campground. Be sure to count them before you leave. I have some and do not need any more.

Reservations open for the following year on May 1.

Whether you're rolling in with a 45-foot motorhome or stepping off a plane without a single piece of camping gear, Valdez KOA Journey has an accommodation for you.
Here's everything we offer:
Full Hookup Pull-Through RV Sites: 30-amp and 50-amp electrical service, water, and sewer at the site. Drive in, level up, and wake up to 360° Chugach Mountain views. Big rig friendly up to 100 feet. Gravel pads, slideout-friendly, picnic table, and fire ring included.
Back-In RV Sites: More privacy, more separation, same spectacular mountain setting. Full hookup with 30-amp and 50-amp service. Picnic table and fire ring included.
Paw Pen Sites - Pet-Friendly RV Sites: Traveling with your dog? Our Paw Pen sites include a private fenced area attached to your RV site so your four-legged co-pilot can roam freely off-leash. Because your dog deserves an Alaska adventure too.
RV Rentals - On-Site Units Ready for You: No rig? No problem. Choose from our 19ft Olympia Travel Trailer (queen + bunks, full bath with tub, bring your own linens) or our 45ft Cyclone 5th Wheel (king + queen bedrooms, full kitchen, bath & half, linens included). Both are parked, set up, and ready to go.
Chalet: Two-Bedroom, Two-Bathroom Vacation Rental: Our two-storey Swiss-style Chalet sleeps four across two bedrooms (one king, one queen), with two full bathrooms, including a tub, and a full kitchen. Perfect for families or groups who want the comforts of home in the Alaskan wilderness.
Deluxe Cabins: Premium cabin comfort with private walk-in shower bathroom, organic cotton linens and towels, queen bed plus pullout sofa (sleeps up to 4), coffee maker, Smart TV with Roku, mini fridge, microwave, BBQ grill, and fire pit on your porch.
Glamping Tents: Think cocktail tumbler, not canteen. Our 4-person glamping tent features a queen bed with 100% cotton bedding, an electric fireplace, Roku TV, and a huge, covered deck with a gas fire pit. The 2-person Woody Junior is perfect for couples — already set up with linens and a front porch. No bathroom in the tent; our 24-hour private bathhouse is a short walk away.
Tent Sites: Pitch your tent under 360° Chugach Mountain views on our grass and gravel pads. Fire ring and picnic table at each site. A 24-hour bathhouse with private locking shower rooms is a short walk away. Pets welcome.
Easy Camping Tent Rental: Show up with just your sleeping bag. We provide the tent, four sleeping cots with privacy curtains, a canopy-covered picnic table, and a fire pit. Pets welcome.

What's Included with Every Stay:

• 30-amp & 50-amp electrical service (RV sites)
  
• Water & sewer hookups at full hookup sites
  
• Fastest streaming Wi-Fi in Alaska: included with every reservation
  
• 24-hour bathhouse with private locking shower rooms
  
• On-site camp store: open daily 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
  
• Coin-operated laundry facilities
  
• Dump station
  

Ready to Book? Peak dates fill fast, especially for RV Rentals, Deluxe Cabins, and Glamping Tents. Reserve Your Site at Valdez KOA Journey

Valdez is one of Alaska's most spectacular outdoor destinations, and it's all right on your doorstep from Valdez KOA Journey. Enjoy a day out on the water with Captain Fred aboard the Lu-Lu Belle, the most entertaining wildlife and glacier cruise on Prince William Sound. See Valdez from above with VS Helicopters flightseeing tours. Paddle up close to glaciers on a sea kayaking adventure with Anadyr Adventures. Explore the Chugach backcountry on a guided ATV tour, with trails accessible right from the campground. Cast a line for halibut and salmon in some of the most productive fishing waters in North America. Keep your camera ready for sea otters, bald eagles, humpback whales, and a bird species list that will keep any wildlife lover busy. Back on land, Valdez boasts three museums that tell the stories of the Gold Rush, the 1964 Good Friday Earthquake, and Alaska's native peoples,  with artifacts rarely seen anywhere else. Drive out to Keystone Canyon for waterfalls and roadside hiking, or take the scenic Richardson Highway all the way to Worthington Glacier. The Alaska Marine Highway Ferry departs right from the Valdez dock for those continuing their Alaska adventure by sea.
 Things to do in and around Valdez:

• Lu-Lu Belle Day Glacier Cruise: Prince William Sound
  
• VS Helicopters flightseeing tours
  
• Sea kayaking with Anadyr Adventures: paddle to glaciers
  
• ATV trails from the campground
  
• Hiking trails from the campground
  
• Bike trails & e-bike rentals from the camp store
  
• Halibut & salmon fishing: Prince William Sound (Easy Freeze, Inc. for charters & processing)
  
• Bird & wildlife watching
  
• Keystone Canyon: waterfalls and hiking
  
• Worthington Glacier State Recreation Site: walk right up to the ice
  
• Alaska Marine Highway Ferry: from the Valdez dock
  
• Valdez Museum & Historical Archive: three world-class collections in downtown Valdez
  
• Scenic drives on the Richardson Highway
  

Instagram-worthy around every corner — don't forget your camera.

Valdez KOA Journey is proud to be a military veteran-owned campground. As a thank you to all who have served, we offer a 10% discount off the nightly rate to all active and retired military personnel.Please identify yourself as military at check-in or during the reservation process. Discount applies to all site types.Thank you for your service; it is our honor to host you.

Alaska is unforgettable. We make sure your stay is too.

Our Valdez KOA is a true family campground — now in its second generation of ownership.

The story starts in 2007 when our family bought the grounds and built this campground with vision, grit, and a love for Alaska. What began as a dream became a place where thousands of families have camped, explored, and made lifelong memories. Our folks, LaVerne and Tim, gave the campground life; pouring all of their energy into it. They grew it from 4 cabins and a bathhouse to 86 sites in total. During their tenure, we visited and fell in love with Alaska, Valdez, and the campground.  

In 2020, we left our previous careers for the chance to own and operate the campground. For us, 2020 was about a big exciting leap we were taking - from career employees into the wilds of business ownership. We were incredibly excited to purchase the campground and continue the family legacy with it's next chapter. Bringing our experience from outside the campground industry, we stepped into ownership with fresh perspective, strong business backgrounds, and a deep respect for what had been built. As hands-on owners, we are fully involved in daily operations and committed to continuous improvement, sparkling clean grounds, and genuinely friendly hospitality.Today, the campground continues to grow — blending the strong foundation of the past with a clear and exciting vision for the future. 

We look forward to hosting you, and hope you will fall in love with unforgettable Valdez too. 

Kristin and Jason