Signal Creek Campground
Ketchikan, Alaska · 89 ft · In Tongass National Forest
Photos: USFS
At a glance
7 of 8 facts known · recreation.gov, checked Sep 24, 2026
- Elevation
- 89 ft (27 m)89 ft27 m
Sites23
Signal Creek Campground lists no loops, so its sites are listed here. Pick a site to see its details.
- 002Standard · up to 10 people35 ft
- 003Standard · up to 10 people20 ft
- 004Standard · up to 10 people20 ft
- 005Standard · up to 10 people45 ft
- 006Standard · up to 10 people20 ft
- 007Standard · up to 10 people25 ft
- 008Standard · up to 10 people30 ft
- 009Standard · up to 10 people30 ft
- 010Standard · accessible · up to 10 people32 ft
- 011Standard · up to 10 people34 ft
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From recreation.gov's site list, Oct 10, 2026: 1 staff entry left out.
Amenities
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- Reservations
- Tent sites
- Toilets
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About
Overview
Signal Creek Campground is a year-round facility located in the Ward Lake Recreation Area, 7 miles north of downtown Ketchikan and about 4 miles north of the State ferry terminal. The campground straddles Signal Creek and lies on the banks of Ward Lake, 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 Travel meanders 1.3 miles around the lake.
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Cell service
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- AT&T5G · 4G LTE
- T-MobileNo coverage on FCC map
Cell service at Signal Creek Campground: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- TueLight Rain, 75% chance of rain48°43°
- WedMostly Sunny51°46°
- ThuHeavy Rain, 100% chance of rain54°50°
- FriHeavy Rain, 100% chance of rain53°44°
- SatRain, 100% chance of rain48°44°
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Dispersed camping nearby
Free dispersed camping within 19 mi, on public land.
Location and contact
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