Last Chance Campground
LAST CHANCE CAMPGROUND
Part of Tongass National Forest
Overview
Last Chance Campground is located in the Ward Lake Recreation Area, 9 miles north of downtown Ketchikan and about 4 miles north of the State ferry terminal. This campground straddles Last Chance Creek and lies next to Ward Creek with easy access to fishing, hiking and wildlife viewing.Facilities
Last Chance Campground is designated to be fully accessible. Each campsite contains a picnic table, a campfire ring with grill and a gravel parking spur. Two hand pumps for drinking water and three vault toilets are provided. Firewood may be provided but is not guaranteed. Firewood and other assistance may be obtained from the campground host located 2 miles away at Signal Creek Campground.Natural Features
Last Chance is surrounded by an old-growth temperate rainforest comprised primarily of western hemlock and Sitka spruce. Last Chance Creek flows through the campground, and Ward Creek runs alongside.At nearly 17 million acres, the Tongass National Forest covers most of Southeast Alaska and is the largest forest in the national forest system. The Tongass surrounds the Inside Passage, the network of waterways that buffers the jagged Alaskan Coast and a cluster of coastline islands.
The Tongass offers visitors a chance to view wildlife, including eagles, bears and spawning salmon. Expansive vistas, including fjords, glaciers and mountain peaks abound.
Recreation
Hiking is a popular option, as the Ward Lake Recreation Area boasts seven trails. The Ward Lake Nature Trail meanders 1.3 miles around the lake. A large day-use complex with picnic sites and shelters is also available. Freshwater fishing, wildlife viewing and scenery are favorite draws at Ward Lake.Important Notices
Checkout time is 4 PM
- Black bears frequent the area, especially during August and September; all food should be stored inside closed vehicles
- No hookups available
- Nearest dump station is at the Ketchikan City Public Works department on Tongass Avenue, just north of the ferry terminal
- Firewood may be available but is not guaranteed
- Use of the campground or road spurs by commercial operators, outfitters or guides is not permitted
- Click here to learn more about Tongass National Forest
- Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by purchasing firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
Available Activities
- SWIMMING SITE - Swimming
- WILDLIFE VIEWING - Wildlife Viewing
- HIKING - Hiking
- FISHING - Fishing
- CAMPING - Camping
- HISTORIC & CULTURAL SITE - Museum
- BOATING - Boating
Directions
From the Alaska State Ferry Terminal, take Tongass Highway north 4.8 miles. At milepost 7, turn right on Revilla Road and drive for 3 miles. The campground is on the right.
Contact Information
Phone: 907-225-2148
TONGASS-KETCHIKANAK
Rental Options
Available Campsites
- Site 010, Loop LAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 001, Loop LAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 014, Loop LAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 011, Loop LAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 008, Loop LAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 012, Loop LAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 016, Loop LAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 017, Loop LAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 003, Loop LAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop LAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 015, Loop LAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop LAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop LAST, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 019, Loop LAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop LAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 018, Loop LAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 007, Loop LAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop LAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
