Explore RipTide RV Resort

The best time is from mid-May to mid-September for warm weather, wildlife viewing, and peak salmon fishing. 

Yes, RV living can significantly cut down traditional rent and utility costs, especially when utilizing monthly park rates.

Check-in is available from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and check-out is between 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM. 

You can easily secure your spot online using our Online Booking Engine

Yes, all of our spaces feature full hookups including water, sewer, and electricity options to comfortably power any size rig.

You don’t even have to leave the park! Our on-site camp store is stocked with essential groceries, ice, snacks, and camping supplies

Riptide RV Park on Nash Road offers premium, full-hookup beachfront camping right on Resurrection Bay.

No, for maximum safety and legal compliance, all passengers must be securely buckled into designated seats while the vehicle is moving.

Yes! We highly recommend using our direct online booking engine to secure your dates. Summer in Seward is incredibly busy, and campsites fill up months in advance.

We are conveniently located just a few minutes drive from downtown Seward, the historic waterfront district, and the Alaska Railroad Dock.

Yes, the Seward Highway is a well-maintained, fully paved National Scenic Byway. It accommodates large tour buses and massive RV setups daily, though you should always watch for wildlife and traffic.

Yes! Our "Combo Charters" are our most popular trips. On a full-day combo charter, we spend part of the day bottom fishing for Halibut/Lingcod/Rockfish, and the other part trolling or mooching for Salmon.

Yes, our prime location offers easy, scenic access to the shores of Resurrection Bay, making it perfect for morning strolls and evening sunsets.

The entrance to the Kenai Fjords National Park visitor center at Exit Glacier is only about a 10-to-15-minute drive from our resort.

Seward offers local shuttle services and taxi options, and during the peak summer season, the free Seward city trolley stops close by to take you right to the harbor.

The closest major international airport is Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC), located about 125 miles (a incredibly scenic 2.5-hour drive) north via the Seward Highway.

While we don't handle direct bookings at the front desk, our staff is always happy to point you toward the top-rated local operators for Kenai Fjords glacier cruises and Resurrection Bay salmon/halibut fishing charters.

A wildlife cruise departing from the Seward Small Boat Harbor is the best way to see humpback whales, orcas, and sea otters up close. You can also occasionally spot sea otters right from the waterfront near our resort!

Simply take Exit Glacier Road straight into the national park. The trailheads offer everything from short, paved wheelchair-accessible loops to the challenging Harding Icefield Trail.

Yes! You can book an unforgettable summer dog sled ride on wheeled carts or take a helicopter tour up to a glacier for real snow mushing with local champions like Seavey's IdidaRide.

Yes, there are several public beach access points along Resurrection Bay nearby where you can launch a kayak or book a guided sea kayaking excursion.

You can easily purchase an Alaskan fishing license online via the Alaska Department of Fish and Game website, or at local bait shops and outdoor retailers in the Seward harbor.

We highly recommend taking a half-day Kenai Fjords National Park marine cruise in the morning, visiting Exit Glacier in the afternoon, and wrapping up with a fresh seafood dinner at the harbor.

Yes, you may bring beer, wine, or seltzers. Hard liquor and glass bottles are highly discouraged for safety reasons. We kindly exact that all guests drink responsibly. The captain reserves the right to terminate the trip if anyone becomes intoxicated.

Seward is bear country. While bears rarely enter the resort due to activity, both black bears and grizzly bears live in the surrounding area. We require all guests to practice strict bear-safe food storage.

Summer temperatures typically range from the mid-50s to mid-60s°F (12°C to 18°C). Seward is located in a coastal rainforest, so rain is common—we always advise dressing in layers and bringing waterproof gear.

Fish processing is a separate business from the charter, but generally, vacuum sealing and blast freezing costs around 1.50 to 2.50 per pound (based on fillet weight). Shipping will incur additional FedEx fees.

Non-fishing activities include taking a glacier and wildlife cruise into out to Kenai Fjords National Park, visiting the Alaska SeaLife Center, hiking Exit Glacier, kayaking Resurrection Bay, and exploring downtown shops.

All food, trash, coolers, and scented items must be kept securely inside your locked vehicle or hard-sided RV. Never leave food or trash outside on picnic tables.

In June and July, Seward experiences up to 18 to 20 hours of functional daylight. We recommend bringing an eye mask if you need total darkness to sleep!

Yes, our resort features clean, treated, and fully potable water hookups that are regularly tested and safe for drinking, cooking, and filling your RV tanks.

Yes, carrying bear spray and knowing how to use it is highly recommended on all local hiking trails, including those around Exit Glacier and tons of coastal paths.