Russian River
The campground is currently closed. Construction to rebuild and widen one mile of the access road began in August 2025. Seasonal operations typically run mid-May through September 30.
Flood Watch issued July 19 at 5:34PM AKDT until July 20 at 10:00PM AKDT by NWS Anchorage AK
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...The following areas, Western Kenai Peninsula. This includes the cities of Homer, Anchor Point, Ninilchik, Clam Gulch, Kenai, Soldotna, Sterling, Nikiski, Cooper Landing, And Skilak Lake. * WHEN...Through Monday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Water levels for the Kenai and Anchor Rivers are rising and will likely remain elevated through Tuesday morning. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - 0.75" to 1.25" of rain has fallen across the Western Kenai Peninsula as of Sunday afternoon. As of 5pm, another band of moderate to heavy rain is moving north over Southern Cook Inlet. An additional 0.5" to 1.0" of rain is likely (70-80%) with a low (10-20%) of up to 1.25" of rain through Monday evening. The rain will taper off and come to an end from south to north through the day Monday. - Http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Regional Order No. 10-01 - Marijuana - Simple Possession
Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50(a), the following acts are prohibited on the Tongass and Chugach National Forests: Possessing, storing or transporting parts of a cannabis plant, whether growing or not; the seeds thereof; the resin extracted from any part of such plant; including and not limited to…
Regional Order No. 10-00-00-04-01 - Occupancy and Use - Alcohol
TONGASS and CHUGACH NATIONAL FORESTS Regional Office Juneau, Alaska Order No. 10-00-00-04-01REGIONAL ORDEROccupancy and Use Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50 (a) & (b), the following acts are prohibited on all National Forest System lands, roads, and trails located within and/or administered by the…
About
Russian River Campground is perched between the Russian and Kenai Rivers in south-central Alaska's Chugach National Forest, surrounded by over 5 million acres of jagged mountains, deep fjords, and glacier-fed rivers. The campground sits at an elevation of 400 feet on the Eastern Kenai Peninsula, 110 miles south of Anchorage and 40 miles east of Soldotna. The Russian River is the most popular sockeye salmon stream in Alaska and a top-rated spot for rainbow trout. The Angler's Trail begins in the campground and travels 1.25 miles from Russian River Canyon to the Kenai-Russian River Confluence, with 22 sustainable river access points along the way. The Russian Lakes Trail also starts from the campground, with most hikers traveling 2.3 miles to Russian River Falls where a viewing platform allows views of leaping salmon. The campground features 83 campsites with paved roads and parking spurs, vault toilets, potable water, fire pits, and picnic tables. Bear activity is common in this area, and visitors in tents or soft-sided trailers should take extra precautions as bears have previously damaged camping equipment at this location.
Directions
From Anchorage, Alaska, travel south for 110 miles to Milepost 54 on the Sterling Highway (Alaska State Highway 1).
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $33 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 100ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 100ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (907) 288-7756 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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