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Site T5 — Cripple Creek Campground

Cripple Creek Campground · Alaska · Loop Cripple Creek

Campsite T5 at Cripple Creek Campground in Alaska. TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC site. No utility hookups. First-come, first-served — no reservation needed.

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65.27618, -146.64785

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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Cripple Creek Campground

Live forecast for the campground. Use it to pack and plan.

Avg High38°F

Avg Low27°F

Peak Rain Chance10%

Humidity78%

UV (avg)2

Air Quality29 · Good

Today

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Light Snow

30°/25°

💧 1%🌬 5mph

↑ 8:00 AM ↓ 7:09 PM

Sat

☁️

Overcast

36°/19°

🌬 13mph

↑ 8:03 AM ↓ 7:05 PM

Sun

☁️

Overcast

39°/29°

💧 4%🌬 14mph

↑ 8:06 AM ↓ 7:01 PM

Mon

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Light Drizzle

43°/32°

💧 6%🌬 12mph

↑ 8:09 AM ↓ 6:58 PM

Tue

🌨

Snow Showers

41°/32°

💧 10%🌬 9mph

↑ 8:12 AM ↓ 6:54 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

👔 What to Wear

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Light insulated jacket
Fleece or light puffy you can stash if you warm up.
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Hiking pants
Quick-dry softshell or fleece-lined.
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Light gloves + beanie
Especially if you start before sunrise.
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Sturdy hiking boots
Wool or synthetic-blend socks.

🎒 What to Pack

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Water
Bring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
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High-energy snacks
A snack for the trail.
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Sun protection
Sunscreen, sunglasses, brimmed hat.
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First-aid kit
Blister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
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Offline map
Download your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.
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Hand warmers
Cold mornings — chemical warmers fit in gloves or pockets.

Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.

How Site T5 Compares

One of 18 sites at Cripple Creek Campground — 18 of them in the Cripple Creek loop.

Other sites in the Cripple Creek loop

Site 2STANDARD NONELECTRIC · First-come, first-served Site 12STANDARD NONELECTRIC · First-come, first-served Site T6TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC · First-come, first-served Site T1TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC · First-come, first-served Site 4STANDARD NONELECTRIC · First-come, first-served Site 3STANDARD NONELECTRIC · First-come, first-served

Photos from Cripple Creek Campground

Recreation.gov photos of the campground. Specific site appearance may differ — these show the surrounding area and amenities.

Booking Tips for Site T5

First-come first-served: arrive early, especially Friday afternoons in peak season
Have a backup: sites can fill up — know your second choice nearby
Quiet hours: typically 10pm–6am in federal campgrounds
Check-in/out: usually 1–3pm / usually 11am–noon
Leave No Trace: pack out all trash, including food scraps

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I reserve campsite T5?

No — this site is first-come, first-served. Arrive early during peak season.

What hookups does site T5 have?

This is a dry site — no electric, water, or sewer hookups.