Outdoor Recreation Center

You can easily sign up online for classes and trips with Outdoor Recreation using Webtrac!

Follow this link to be taken to the Fort Wainwright landing page. From there, click on Outdoor Recreation listed under MWR Programs. Check out the Adventure Programs and the Safety Programs they have listed.

See where we can take you. Check out WEBTRAC today!

Whether you're an avid outdoors lover, complete novice, or somewhere in between, the Outdoor Recreation Center (ODR) is the place to be. We offer guided trips, equipment for check-out, adventure programs, clinics and training, Warrior Adventure Quest, and Women in the Wilderness Trips, and indoor climbing wall, and more!

To ensure optimum soldier and family customer service, reservations are required a minimum of 2 days in advance for equipment. For all motorized water craft and pull behind campers, reservations must be made a minimum of 7 days in advance. 

In addition to equipment rental, we offer a large Vehicle and RV lot to store your RVs, boats and trailers of any size and up to 50ft. 

To download a copy of the RV storage lot agreement and map click here.

DISC GOLF 
ODR's 18-hole Disc Golf is located within Glass Park. Tee box 1 is across located near Outdoor Recreation, and across the street from Moose Loop RV Camp Grounds. This course takes you throughout Glass Park giving you the opportunity to see all that Glass Park and ODR has to offer. 

HIKING AND TREKKING 
These trails around on the edge of Glass Park and straddling along the Chena River do not require signup. 

What to wear (recommended): 
Hiking shoes or sneakers, light hiking socks, short sleeves and shorts, or choose breathable, light-weight long sleeves and pants if you're worried about bugs or sun exposure. Hat, wind proof outer layer and sunglasses. 

What to bring (recommended):
Backpack, sunscreen, water bottle, face mask, snacks (banana, apple, beef jerky or trail mix), phone for pictures. 

During the winter these trails become great areas for cross country skiing. 

See our calendar for upcoming safety classes and trip information.

*All prices are subject to change at any time

• Must be 18 years of age with a valid DoD ID 
• Equipment fees and Deposits must be paid in full at the time of reservation
• Deposits must be made by credit or debit cards only
• Equipment rentals can be picked up on Monday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday between 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
• Equipment returns will be accepted between 3 - 5 p.m. Monday, Thursday through Sunday
• Cancellations less than 48 hours to pick-up-date will be charge a one-day rental fee
• No cancellations or refunds for reservations on Federal Holidays
• No refunds given for equipment unused or turned in early
• Fees still apply on ODRs closure dates
• ODR staff is not responsible to load or unload equipment 
• Late equipment will be charged the daily rental fee for each day until the equipment is returned
• Reservations are on a first come first serve basis not to exceed 30 days in advance 

*Please see your specialists at Outdoor Rec for equipment rentals and prices. 

• Vehicle inspection is required every year per vehicle, this must be done prior to reservations by calling 361-6350 for an appointment
• No cancellations or refunds for reservations on Federal Holidays 
• Reservations Open May 1, 2025 for the summer season.

Outdoor Recreation offers trips to meet the needs and interest for a wide range of people in our community. Ice climbing, white water rafting, overnight hiking, snowmachining, fishing, and rock climbing are just a few of the things that we know how to do best, and want to share with you!

Check the calendar for a list of our upcoming trips

A large part of adventuring in Alaska's great outdoors is having fun, but it all starts with being safe. The Outdoor Recreation Center offers safety courses for ATV use, boating, and snowmachining.

In order to participate in ATV trips or to check-out a watercraft or snowmachine, you must obtain certification. Once you have finished watching the video portion included below, complete a knowledge test in-person at the Outdoor Recreation Center in order to obtain your certification.

ATV Certification

1. Take the ATV Safety e-Course 
2. Schedule an appointment with the Fort Wainwright Outdoor Recreation Center for the ATV Riders Course
3. Obtain ATV Safety Card

Additional guidance available

Boater Certification

1. Take the Boater Safety e-course
2. Visit the Outdoor Recreation Center to test your knowledge on Boater Safety
3. Obtain Boater Safety Certification

Snowmachine Safety Certification

1. Take the Snowmachine Safety e-course
2. Schedule an appointment with the Outdoor Recreation Center for the Snowmachine Riders Course
3. Obtain Snowmachine Safety Card

Additional guidance available

Join the ODR staff for one of our Belay Certification Clinics to get you on the wall and climbing. The climbing wall is available by appointment and walk-in (permitting staff allocation), and is geared towards climbers of different skill levels. Wall rental is available for groups and parties, and we can even do PT sessions for our Active Duty Soldiers. Please check out our calendar for upcoming classes and clinics.

Fort Wainwright hosts two campgrounds, Glass Park RV Campground and Chena Cove Campground, both located in picturesque settings adjacent to the Chena River. Interior Alaska's camping season runs from May through September, and is dependent on weather conditions.

Reservations in advance are highly encouraged to ensure availability. Call the Outdoor Recreation Center at +1 (907)361-6349 to make your reservation.

Glass Park RV Campground
Glass Park RV Campground offers electric and water hookups, and accommodates large RVs in a private setting. Picnic areas are available throughout Glass Park for day use.

Chena Cove Campground
Further upriver from Glass Park lies the more primitive Chena Cove Campground. This campground offers a quiet setting next to a small cove of the Chena River. Individual primitive RV and tent sites are scattered throughout the campground, with easy access to pavilions and primitive restrooms.

Access to showers and laundry for both campgrounds is available at the nearby Outdoor Recreation Center. 

Eligible customers have access to the secured outdoor storage area, Eagles Nest, for storage of recreational vehicles such as campers, ATVs, boats, and motor homes. 

For information on Eagles Nest go the webpage.

Warrior Adventure Quest is a centrally funded program designed to support and enhance greater Soldier/leader/unit cohesion, morale, and combat readiness, while contributing to mitigation and coping skill development, through the integration of outdoor high adventure activities.

The core of the WAQ program, is a one day adventure activity (ie, rock climbing, paintball, white water rafting, ice climbing) conducted by the local outdoor recreation staff. Please call +1(907) 361-2652">+1(907) 361-2652 or stop by to find out how to get your Unit enrolled!

Please call ODR for current pricing.

Winter rentals available between October 1 - June 1

Winter Gear rentals are on a first come first serve basis. No Reservations