Ophir Creek Campground
BLM · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- BLM
- Type
- Campground
- Phone
- 907-474-2200
- Coordinates
- 65.3687, -147.0842
- Last verified
- September 19, 2026
About this place
The Ophir Creek Campground is one of two campgrounds located at either end of the Nome Creek Valley, on the southern edge of the White Mountains National Recreation Area. Nestled in tall white spruce trees on the bank of Nome Creek, the campground includes 20 campsites, including one group site. From here you can enjoy fishing in Nome Creek or take a short day-hike over to Beaver Creek. Also nearby is the 3-mile loop trail to Table Top Mountain, with awesome views of the higher peaks in the White Mountains. Ophir Creek Campground also provides river access to Nome Creek for paddlers headed to Beaver Creek Wild and Scenic River. The campground is maintained during the summer season (Memorial Day thru mid-September) and have hand pump wells, trash cans, and outhouse-style toilets. Each campsite has a parking area, picnic tables, and fire rings. Firewood is not provided. The nearest RV dump station is in Fairbanks. NOTICE: Nome Creek Road repair with midweek closures May – October 2025 Monday – Friday the Nome Creek Road to Ophir Creek Campground will be closed to the public for road improvements and culvert replacement. When planning your visit go to the trail updates webpage for access information, current events and notices about temporary closures or restrictions.
From the BLM.
Is Ophir Creek Campground free?
No. Ophir Creek Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the BLM.
How do I get to Ophir Creek Campground?
Ophir Creek Campground is at 65.3687, -147.0842. We do not hold written directions for this one, so navigate to the coordinates.
Nearby
- Ophir Creek Campground0.0 mi
- White Mountains National Recreation Area - Alaska Cabins6.1 mi
- Mount Prindle Campground14.1 mi
- Mount Prindle Campground14.1 mi
- Cripple Creek Campground14.2 mi
- Cripple Creek Campground14.2 mi
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceData from the BLM. Last synced September 19, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
