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Upon passing thru the main gate at Ft Wainwright continue straight on Gaffney Rd. Go 1.5 miles (4 traffic lights). Once past the hospital, turn left on River Rd. After crossing Chena River, you'll see the campground sign on the left.
The only way to get here was through the military base which is not accessible to the public.
Nice relaxation area for friends and family. Includes a small boat or kayak launch.
The Anderson review is inaccurate; his looks like it's for Chena Hot Springs. Chena Cove CG is on Ft Wainwright, on the Chena River. Pit Toilets, canoe put-in, small boat launch. Back-in camp spots.
Not a horrible place to go, but to be honest it's not worth the two our drive. I feel like the overall experience was Blehh. The ice house was cool, but they really pushed on ordering shots at the bar, which only accepted cash. Then there's the restaurant, which we waited about an hour to get a seat and then another hour for the food to arrive.
