Ranch House RV Camping Top Rated

Ranch House RV Camping Top Rated

Mile Marker, 173 Glenn Hwy, Glennallen, AK 99588, Glennallen, United States

Guest rating: 4.4 / 5

Overview

Ranch House RV Camping Top Rated is an RV campground/roadhouse-style stop on the Glenn Highway at Mile Marker 173 in Glennallen (Tolsona area), Alaska. It is publicly rated 4.4/5 from 226 reviews, with guests frequently highlighting the hosts and overall atmosphere.

Campsites & Hookups

Reviews describe spacious, well-maintained RV sites, including options along Tolsona Creek. Travelers also mention reliable full hookups with both 50-amp and 30-amp service, making it workable for larger rigs.

Bathhouses

Guest feedback repeatedly emphasizes exceptionally clean bathrooms and hot showers. The bathhouse decor is noted for a cozy, Alaska-themed style.

Food, Bar & Roadhouse Atmosphere

On-site, guests mention a roadhouse lodge with a bar and dining area that serves comfort-food favorites such as pizza and chili, along with beer. The common theme is a warm, social setting where travelers linger and meet others.

Location & Nearby Stops

The campground sits near Tolsona Lake (about 4.5 km away), with Tolsona Lake Lodge (about 3.7 km away) also close by for another dining option. For more meals on the road, options in the wider area mentioned by listings include Caribou Grill (~22 km), Tok Thai (~25 km), Ernesto's Mobile Grill (~26 km), and Two Rivers Restaurant (~37 km).

Best for

Best suited to Glenn Highway road-trippers and RV travelers who want a campground with a social roadhouse component, plus dependable hookups (50/30 amp) and well-reviewed showers. It also fits travelers who value a friendly, host-led atmosphere and a creekside setting near Tolsona.

Travel tips

Use the Glenn Highway milestone as your navigation cue: the property is located at Mile Marker 173 on the Glenn Hwy in Glennallen/Tolsona. Dining options are spread out in this region, so consider timing meals around the on-site roadhouse or nearby stops like Tolsona Lake Lodge (~3.7 km) and restaurants farther out (roughly 22–37 km away). The nearest listed airport is Merle K. (Mudhole) Smith Airport in Cordova (CDV), about 181 km away, which may be less practical than driving routes for many travelers.

What guests say

Guests most often praise the owners/hosts for being genuinely welcoming and creating a community feel. Cleanliness stands out as a recurring highlight, especially the bathrooms and hot showers. Reviews also emphasize the roadhouse lodge experience—an inviting bar and dining area with comfort food and drinks—and the relaxing setting, including creekside sites and space to walk. No consistent negative themes are present in the provided excerpts.

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