Fox Run Lodge & RV Campground

4466 Glenn Hwy, Palmer, AK 99645, Palmer, United States

Guest rating: 4.4 / 5

Overview

Fox Run Lodge & RV Campground is a rustic lodge-and-campground property in Palmer, Alaska, set on the edge of Matanuska Lake. It offers a mix of lodge accommodations and RV camping in a lake-focused outdoor setting. The property is about 5.7 miles from Downtown Palmer.

Accommodations

Lodging includes lakeside apartments with private decks, plus basic rooms. Some rooms have shared bathrooms, and some include kitchenettes. The overall style is simple and outdoors-oriented rather than luxury-focused.

Recreation & Activities

The lakefront location supports warm-weather activities such as fishing and hiking, with winter options noted as skiing, ice skating, and dog-sledding. Nearby outdoor points of interest include Matanuska Lake (about 350 m away) and the Thunderbird Falls Trailhead (about 13.7 km away).

Events & Gatherings

The main lodge includes a banquet room, and there are outdoor event spaces on the grounds. This makes the property a potential fit for small group gatherings that want an Alaskan lake setting.

Nearby Area

Local attractions within roughly 8–11 km include the Palmer Museum of History & Art (about 8.0 km), the Palmer Visitor Information Center (about 8.0 km), Reflections Lake (about 7.5 km), and Matanuska River Park (about 9.6 km). Other nearby excursions include Reindeer Farm (about 9.1 km) and The Musk Ox Farm (about 10.6 km).

Best for

This property suits travelers who want a rustic, outdoors-forward stay on Matanuska Lake with access to seasonal recreation (summer fishing/hiking; winter skiing, ice skating, and dog-sledding). It’s also a strong match for RV campers and guests who value a lake setting near Palmer’s attractions rather than a downtown hotel. Groups planning gatherings may appreciate the on-site banquet room and outdoor event spaces.

Travel tips

Plan your errands and dining around Palmer, as Downtown is about 5.7 miles away from the property. For easy scenery access, Matanuska Lake is very close (about 350 m), while popular outings like Thunderbird Falls Trailhead are a longer drive (about 13.7 km). Because some rooms have shared bathrooms, confirm your room configuration in advance if you prefer private facilities.

What guests say

Reviews commonly highlight the property’s scenic setting and generally good service, with positive mentions of food. Value-related comments are mixed: some guests felt pricing was reasonable, including mention of paid shower and laundry pricing, while others felt it was expensive for the location. A notable negative theme in the excerpts is dissatisfaction with campground management and reservation handling, including reports of a reserved spot not being honored and customer-service concerns. Overall sentiment trends positive in aggregate (4.4/5 from 188 reviews), with a few sharply negative experiences focused on campground operations.

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