Sunshine Creek Campground Host

Job Summary

Sunshine Creek Campground is located to the east of Parks Highway at mile 102.5 in between the small rural community of Trapper Creek, AK (mile 114) and the Talkeetna Spur Rd (mile 99). It is a 16-site camping area for small/medium RVs & tents and a popular day‑use access to fish Sunshine Creek. The camp offers great views of the Alaska Range & the Talkeetna mountains, seasonal salmon fishing, and is a 30‑minute drive to Denali State Park.

The host must have their own RV. Duties include collecting camper fees, trash pick‑up, daily restroom cleaning and restocking, and additional tasks listed below.

Volunteer Opportunity.
Stipend: Park Hosts receive a $10.00 per day stipend.

• Applicants must pass a background check and be at least 18 years of age.
• They must be able to safely lift up to 50 lbs. or at times heavier loads with assistance.
• The applicant must be outgoing, courteous, and helpful to all park visitors.
• The applicant must provide their own functional recreational vehicle for living accommodations. Tents are not allowed by the campground host.

• Greet visitors and collect fees from campground patrons.
• Keep trash cans emptied, clean restrooms, replace supplies, keep camping spaces clean after each patron's use, and perform other light duties as needed.
• Oversee the park to ensure it is clean and safe, and that visitors follow rules. The park must be monitored at all times.
• Contact authorities if laws are broken and report damage and vandalism to Park Staff promptly.
• Follow all safety instructions, hazardous materials disposal, etc.

Depending on spring weather conditions, we will open between mid‑May to just before Memorial Day weekend and we close after Labor Day weekend.