King For A Day Campground sits right on the banks of the Klutina River in Copper Center, Alaska—one of the best salmon fishing rivers in the state. Whether you’re here for the fishing, the scenery, or just a place to park your rig and unwind in the Alaskan wilderness, this is where it starts.
We’ve welcomed guests for over a decade. Families return to “their spot” year after year, and anglers come from all over to chase salmon from June through August. Experience camping on a glacier-fed river, surrounded by mountains and wildlife you won’t find in the Lower 48.
Conveniently located along the Richardson Highway corridor, we’re situated between the Old Richardson Highway and the main Richardson Highway—just a scenic drive from Anchorage, Valdez, or Gulkana Airport.
We offer tent sites, RV sites, electric and water hookups, cabins and luxury glamping tents. Whether you’re camping for the weekend or staying for the season, we have a spot for you.
For weekend anglers and travelers seeking river access.
Great for long stays, anglers, and big setups.
Comfortable, private, and steps from the water.
Most campgrounds make you drive to the fishing. At King For A Day, the fishing comes to you. The Klutina River runs right through the property, and many of our sites are steps from the water. Cast for sockeye from the bank before breakfast, or book a guided fishing trip and fish with one of our guides.
If you’re new to flossing for salmon or just want to sharpen your technique, we offer hands-on fishing lessons and in-depth clinics with one of our guides. All instruction is hands on and happens right here on the campground banks.
While the fishing is what puts us on the map, King For A Day is your basecamp for exploring Copper Center and the surrounding Copper River Valley. ATV tours, kayaking day trips, scenic floats, and guided day trips to Valdez are all available right from camp.
Wrangell-St. Elias National Park is nearby. Historic Copper Center Lodge, the George Ashby Memorial Museum, and some of Alaska’s most impressive landscapes are all within reach.
These rules keep things running smoothly and help protect the campground, the river, and the community of guests who come back here year after year.
Check-in: 1:00 PM. Check-out: 11:00 AM.
Reservations: A non-refundable first-night deposit is required. We do not tentatively hold spots. Reservations are held up to 48 hours without a deposit.
Payment: Pay for your entire reserved stay upon arrival. If the office is closed, use the drop box or visit the office first thing in the morning. Sites unclaimed after the first night may be released after 1:00 PM the next day unless staff is notified.
Cancellations: At least 2 weeks’ notice required. Days cancelled within 2 weeks are subject to a 40% processing fee per remaining day (minus the first-night deposit). Charter deposit changes or cancellations must be made before April 1st of the booked year.
Dogs: Welcome as long as they’re leashed and picked up after. Disruptive dogs may result in being asked to leave. No dogs left unattended in campers. We do have a dog run/kennel space available for guests.
ATVs & Generators: Allowed but not between 10 PM and 6 AM. No circling or burnouts. Maintain a 5 MPH speed limit throughout the campground. Failure to adhere to house rules, you will be asked to leave with forfit of site and stay.
Campfires: Do not burn driftwood. Do not forage for firewood on the property. Check Alaska’s Burn Closure Status for the Valdez-Copper River area before lighting fires. We have wood available at the office or camp host.
River & Banks: Use designated walkways to access the river. Do not erode the banks, remove rocks, or redirect the natural flow of the river.
Minimum Stay: 2-night minimum. Single nights are not available.
No Smoking: No smoking in any cabin. Guests found smoking will be asked to leave.
Pets in Cabins: Welcome in Sockeye and Chinook Cabins with a $50 non-refundable pet deposit ($25 each additional). Keep pets off furniture and on the ground floor of Sockeye Cabin. No pets in Coach Cabin. A $500 cleaning fee applies if pets are found present.
Fishing License: All guests catching fish must purchase an Alaska fishing license before their trip. No exceptions.
Booking: Charters must be booked at least 24 hours in advance.
Life Vests: Required and must be fully secured on all raft trips. Provided by AK Charters.
Children: No small children or pets on charters. Fishing lessons are available for younger children. Kids 12 and under are half price on charters.
Conduct: Follow all instructions from your charter guide. No drugs, alcohol, or belligerent behavior on charters. This may result in the charter ending immediately with no refund.
Retaining Fish: Anyone retaining fish legally must pay the charter rate. Children not retaining fish may ride for a ride along fee. Non-fishing guests are charged the river tour rate.
Gear: All gear is provided, but we recommend bringing your own old tennis shoes if you have a unique shoe size. A dry box is provided for belongings. Leave valuables behind.
Please follow all Alaska Department of Fish and Game regulations for the Klutina River.
All cancelations must be within 2 weeks to receive partial discount.
100.5 Richardson Highway, Copper Center, AK 99573. 3.5 hours from Anchorage, 15 minutes from Gulkana Airport. The 2026 season fills fast, especially in July. Book now.
