Salmon Grove Campground & Fishing Charters

Copper Center, Alaska

About

Salmon Grove Campground & Fishing Charters is located in the heart of Alaska's Copper River Basin near Copper Center, offering world-class fishing experiences on the Klutina River, Gulkana River, Tonsina River, and Copper River. The campground serves as an ideal base for both guided sport fishing trips and self-guided anglers seeking to catch wild Pacific salmon, including king (Chinook), red (sockeye), and silver (coho) salmon, as well as native rainbow trout, arctic grayling, and dolly varden. The region is renowned for its massive runs of wild Pacific salmon prized for their firm texture and high-fat content. In addition to fishing, the facility offers whitewater rafting and scenic river tours suitable for all skill levels, with options for overnight and multi-day expeditions. The campground provides amenities including large freezers, fillet tables, and water for processing catches, making it convenient for visitors to care for their fish. The fishing season runs from May to September.

Amenities

Available Site Types

• RV Sites
• Tent Sites

Local Attractions

• Klutina River fishing
• Gulkana River fishing
• Tonsina River fishing
• Copper River fishing
• Whitewater rafting on the Klutina River
• Scenic float trips on the Gulkana River
• Copper River scenic tours
• King (Chinook) salmon fishing
• Red (sockeye) salmon fishing
• Silver (coho) salmon fishing
• Rainbow trout fishing
• Arctic grayling fishing
• Dolly varden fishing
• Fly fishing
• Subsistence dip net fishing on Copper River