Auk Village Campground
Auk Village Campground is located 15 miles from downtown Juneau, Alaska, and 1.5 miles from the Alaska State Ferry terminal at Auke Bay. The area offers a variety of outdoor opportunities.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 11 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 35 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
11 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Back-in | 32 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard | |
| 002 | Back-in | 21 | Gravel | Partial | Oceanfront | 6 / 2 | Yes | Prime | |
| 003 | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | Oceanfront | 6 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Prime |
| 004 | Back-in | 27 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 005 | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard | |
| 006 | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard | |
| 007 | Back-in | 14 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 008 | Back-in | 27 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard | |
| 009 | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 010 | Back-in | 27 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 40 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
| Accessibility | Sites 001, 003, 005, 006 and 3 more are listed accessible |
The campground offers 11 overnight campsites for tent and RV camping. Site sizes vary and range from 14' to 35'. There is one central location that has a vault toilet, garbage cans, display board, and bear boxes. There are five drinking water spigots, a parking area for day use, and a dumpster. A trail starts at the parking lot that leads to the ocean and Pt. Louisa or the Auke Recreation Day Use area.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Season | May 1st - September 30th |
| Forest | Tongass National Forest |
| Booking | Reservations through recreation.gov or 1-877-444-6777 |
| Fees | $20/night for single unit |
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Getting there
From the cruise ship terminal on South Franklin Street in downtown Juneau, head northwest along the waterfront. South Franklin Street becomes Marine Way, then Egan Drive, named for William A. Egan (1914 - 1984), first governor of the State of Alaska.
| Nearest town | Auke Bay, Alaska |
| Coordinates | 58.3756° N, 134.7094° W · Directions ↗ |
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Worth a stop
Auke Recreation Area includes a large day use area on the shores of Auke Bay. The area includes shelters, picnic tables, outhouses, drinking water, fire rings and a trail. At the nearby Auke Bay Harbor and marina, commercial operators offer sport fishing, kayak rentals, and whale watching tours. Auke Bay also has a variety of restaurants and a convenience store.
- 1.9 miLena Beach Picnic Area ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 1.7 miAuk Nu Trail2.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.1 miSpaulding Meadows Trail3.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.1 miSpaulding Trail3 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
- 3 miLake Creek Sno-Trail2.2 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 3 miLake Creek Trail2.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 4.3 miPeterson Lake Trail4.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 2.1 miAuke Nu / Spaulding Trailhead ↗Tongass National Forest
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Rudy-Kodzoff HouseBuilding · Juneau · 4.6 mi
- Ernest Gruening CabinBuilding · Juneau · 8.6 mi
- Point Retreat Light StationHistoric district · Juneau · 9.2 mi
Natural features
The campground sits just north of Auke Bay in a western hemlock and Sitka spruce forested area. Views of the Chilkat Range and the ocean are spectacular. Bears frequent the area with abundant marine life a short walk from the campground.
Recreation
The area offers fishing, wildlife viewing, kayaking, picnicking, motor boating, hiking, berry picking, rafting, sailing, bicycling, and glacier viewing.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Auk Village Campground?
Sites at Auk Village Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reservations through recreation.gov or 1-877-444-6777 Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Auk Village Campground?
$20/night for single unit
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Auk Village Campground?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Auk Village Campground have?
11 sites, including 11 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Auk Village Campground?
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Auk Village Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Auk Village Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Auk Village Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Auk Village Campground?
Sites 001, 003, 005, and 006 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 7 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Auk Village Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE and AT&T 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is the nearest town to Auk Village Campground?
Auke Bay, Alaska. Auke Recreation Area includes a large day use area on the shores of Auke Bay.
Source: Getting there
What if Auk Village Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Mendenhall Campground (6 mi), Bartlett Cove Campground (43.2 mi, first-come), and Kook Lake Cabin (50.3 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby