Chicken Gold Camp and Outpost
Airport Rd, Chicken, AK 99732
About this campground
Welcome to Chicken Gold Camp & Outpost, a one-of-a-kind campground and historic gold mining outpost located in the quirky town of Chicken, Alaska, along the Taylor Highway. Surrounded by wide-open tundra, rolling hills, and true Interior Alaska wilderness, this iconic stop offers travelers an unforgettable place to stay, explore, and experience Alaska’s gold-rush spirit firsthand.
Chicken Gold Camp & Outpost is best known for its rich mining history, welcoming atmosphere, and its role as the home of the world-famous Chickenstock Music Festival — an annual summer event that brings live music, community gatherings, and legendary Alaska character to this remote corner of the state. Guests often rave about the friendly vibe, scenic setting, and the chance to step into a living piece of Alaska history.
Park Features
The campground offers RV sites with electric hookups, tent camping, and rustic cabin accommodations, making it a flexible stop for travelers of all styles. Guests have access to restrooms, showers, potable water, a dump station, and public Wi-Fi. The on-site café and gift shop provide meals, espresso drinks, souvenirs, and essentials, while gold panning opportunities and mining displays let visitors try their luck and learn about the area’s gold-rush roots.
Additional highlights include fire pits, picnic areas, pet-friendly grounds, scenic walking areas, and easy access to nearby trails and historic sites. Whether you’re staying a night or timing your visit around Chickenstock, this campground delivers a truly authentic Alaska experience you won’t find anywhere else.
Why You’ll Love Staying Here:
• Electric RV sites (30 amp) • Tent camping available • Rustic cabins and lodging • Restrooms and hot showers • Potable water and dump station • Public Wi-Fi • Pet-friendly campground • On-site café, espresso bar, and gift shop • Gold panning and historic mining displays • Fire pits and picnic areas • Scenic wilderness setting along the Taylor Highway • Home of the world-famous Chickenstock Music Festival
Book your stay at Chicken Gold Camp & Outpost for a fun, historic, and truly unforgettable Alaska adventure — where gold-rush history, live music, and wide-open country come together in the heart of Chicken.
Property amenities
14 amenities published by the owner.
Camping and lodging
- Cabins / LodgingCabins or simple lodging for travelers without a rig.
- Tent CampingDedicated tent pads or soft-ground sites away from rig traffic.
Site utilities and hookups
- Dump StationOn-site sanitary dump for grey and black tanks.
- Electric-Only SitesElectric pedestals without full water and sewer hookups.
- Water & ElectricWater and electric service at the site.
Campground facilities
- Self-Service LaundrySelf-service coin or card laundry on the property.
- Public Wi-FiGuest Wi-Fi — speeds vary with remote Alaska backhaul.
- RestroomsClean, maintained restrooms open to registered guests.
- ShowersHot showers on the property.
- Store / Gift ShopCamp store or gift shop with basics and local advice.
Site features
- Fire PitsFire pits available at sites or shared common areas.
- Picnic TablesPicnic tables at sites or day-use areas.
Traveler needs
- Pet FriendlyLeashed pets welcome; walking areas on site.
Experiences
- Mountain / Scenic ViewsStandout mountain, water or glacier views from the sites.
Location & map
Airport Rd, Chicken, AK 99732 · Tok Cutoff–Taylor Highway Region
Region
Tok Cutoff–Taylor Highway Region
The first Alaska miles for many overland travelers arriving from Canada.
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