Last Chance Campground

About

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. 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. 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.

Around this stay

Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.

• fuel station

  Westside Services

  5.7 mi

• grocery

  Alaska & Proud Market

  5.1 mi

• potable water

  Potable water

  6.3 mi

• trailhead

  Ward Creek - Last Chance Trailhead

  < 0.1 mi

• attraction

  Alaska Rainforest Family Adventure

  1.5 mi

• recreation site

  Ward Lake Picnic Area

  1.2 mi

No dump station found within ~25 mi. Plan dump access before you arrive.

Contact & access

• AK
• +1-877-444-6777
• recreation.gov

Reservations & demand

Outbound provider links only. Roam Atlas does not book sites or show live availability. Opens Recreation.gov for live dates.