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Pinochle Trail Campground

95%

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145 reviews

· Sutton, Matanuska Susitna, Alaska · 5 acres

Hosted by Robert & Iwona P.

8 RV/tent sites

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Flat, gravel spaces at Pinochle Trailhead in Glacier View, Alaska. Great hiking, biking, ATV or snow machine on historic trail. Tents, trucks, cars, campers, RVs, dogsleds .... whatever you can fit is welcome. 8 spaces with tables and fire rings. There is also an "Open Camping Area" in back that larger groups may like. Although a number may be assigned at booking, just pick the best available camp space that works for you on arrivial. You'll need to bring your own water and keep a clean camp. Pinochle Trail goes north into the backcountry for around 12 miles and joins other trails. Pinochle trail is a section of the ancient Knik - Nelchina Trail used by natives, trappers, miners and hunters for eons. It traverses the natural route from the Matanuska Valley up and over the mountain range into Copper River country. Hicks was one of the early guides who had a cabin at Hicks Creek and served with U.S. Army Lieutenant Joseph Castner to brushwack a trail northwest for Captain Glenn in 1898. Described in his journal as at "Tale of Hardship and Suffering" they ended up eating their mules and shoes before reaching their goal far to the north. Today we use these trails with relative ease compared to the old timers but the scenery and mud holes remind us of what they went through. 8 Flat, gravel spaces at Pinochle Trailhead in Glacier View, Alaska. Great hiking, biking, ATV or snowmachine on historic trail. Tents, trucks, cars, campers, RVs, dogsleds .... whatever you can fit is welcome. 8 spaces with tables and fire rings. There is also an "Open Camping Area" in back that larger groups may like. Pinochle Trail goes north into the backcountry for around 12 miles and joins other trails. You'll need to bring your own water and keep a clean camp. Despite a site number you may get at booking, just pick the best available camp space on arriving.

RV details

Caravans, Fifth wheels, Toy haulers, Trailer tents, Motorhome, Campervan, Class C (larger motorhome with overcab space), Campervans, and Cars allowed

Vehicles under 13 meters allowed

Pull in, back in or park sideways .... whatever works best. Move the fire ring or picnic table if needed. There are currently 5 finished campsites in front with tables and fire rings and 2 in back that are almost finished. It's a new campground and we're working out the issues as they come up. Check open dates and pay online to camp.

Pull-in unit

Pull in, back in or park sideways .... whatever works best. Move the fire ring or picnic table if needed. There are currently 5 finished campsites in front with tables and fire rings and 2 in back that are almost finished. It's a new campground and we're working out the issues as they come up. Check open dates and pay online to camp.

Accommodates slideouts

Pull in, back in or park sideways .... whatever works best. Move the fire ring or picnic table if needed. There are currently 5 finished campsites in front with tables and fire rings and 2 in back that are almost finished. It's a new campground and we're working out the issues as they come up. Check open dates and pay online to camp.

Surface type: Loose gravel

Surface levelness: Flat

Generators allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

No sewage hookup

No TV hookup

What to expect

RV/tent site

Camping area selected or assigned upon arrival.

6 guests max per site

Campfires allowed

Private. Fire rings in spaces 1 through 8

Toilet available

Portable toilet. Outhouses in back overflow area

Pets allowed

On leash

Picnic table present

Picnic tables in spaces 1 through 5

No drinking water

Bring your own water

No showers

Pack it out

Cooking equipment absent

No wifi

Laundry absent

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 2:00 PM

Check out: Before 12:00 PM

On arrival: Head straight to site

Cancellation policy: Flexible

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 12 months out

Park at listing

Wheelchair access

Max 2 vehicles

2WD accessible

During some snow conditions in winter 4WD is recommended

During your trip

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Reviews

95% Recommend212 ratings · 145 reviews

The campsite offers a tranquil and scenic retreat with stunning views, particularly from site number seven. Guests appreciate the clean and well-maintained grounds, as well as the accommodating nature of the hosts. However, there are occasional concerns about the cleanliness of the pit toilets. The proximity to trails and the Matanuska Glacier adds to the allure, making it a popular choice for both relaxation and adventure.

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Bruce K.

4 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· September 2024

6 m campervan

This is a great small primitive camping site with clean pit toilets in a beautiful location. Campsite number seven has an especially great view.

April D.

7 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· September 2024

Tent · With pets

We loved the cabin and campground. They were very accommodating when we asked to trade tent site with an open cabin ! Thank you . We are already talking about future trips !

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Ryan V.

10 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· September 2024

5 m travel trailer

First time camping there. I had a question and the hosts were extremely quick to answer, we will definitely be making this a frequent camping spot.

Ratnanjali A.

3 reviews

Recommends

· August 2024

9 m travel trailer · With pets

We dry camped in our camper trailer with the most AMAZING view of Matanuska. The grounds are well kept, quiet, and tucked away from the sound of the highway. Just a few minutes from glacier access and some good coffee spots! We will defintely be back!

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Terri B.

2 reviews

Recommends

· August 2024

10 m travel trailer

This was a great weekend get away from the masses and tourist. COMPLETE Solitude. Clean camp, ATV and walking trail across the street, quiet and PLENTY OF room for our 34ft travel trailer and 1 ton. We were even able to get a fire going Saturday night. Definitely be back.

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Ed C.

8 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· August 2024

7 m travel trailer

Nice level sites. The pit toilets were disgusting. They hadn’t been cleaned in quite sometime.

Location

Sutton, Matanuska Susitna, Alaska, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Ahtna Nenn’ and Dënéndeh First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking