Russian River

RUSSIAN RIVER
RUSSIAN RIVER
RUSSIAN RIVER
RUSSIAN RIVER
RUSSIAN RIVER

Featured amenities

River Access River Access

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

80 total sites

RV Sites

80 sites

About Russian River

Beginning Aug. 15, 2025, the Russian River Campground will be closed to the Public for construction.Construction crews will rebuild and widen one mile of the access road, making it more stable and resistant to frost heaves. During the closure, all vehicle and pedestrian access will be restricted and campground reservations on Recreation.gov will be unavailable.  Russian River Campground is perched between the Russian and Kenai Rivers in south-central Alaska. It lies within driving distance of two main population centers, 110 miles south of Anchorage and 40 miles east of Soldotna, surrounded by the Chugach National Forest and the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge.Each year, this area is visited by over 100,000 people who recreate at the Russian River Campground, Ferry Access Site, Sportsman's Boat Launch, Russian Lakes Trail and K'beq Site. Hiking, biking and fishing are popular pastimes.

Number of accommodations: 80

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Currently open - Jun 1 to Sep 12

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

River Access River Access
Water Access

Water Access

  • River Access
  • Boat Ramp / Launch
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

80 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: RSSG RV
No Hookups
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🚐 002, Loop: RSDB RV
No Hookups
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🚐 003, Loop: RSDB RV
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🚐 004, Loop: RSSG RV
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🚐 005, Loop: RSDB RV
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🚐 006, Loop: RSDB RV
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🚐 007, Loop: RSDB RV
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🚐 008, Loop: RSSG RV
No Hookups
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🚐 009, Loop: RSDB RV
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🚐 010, Loop: RSDB RV
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🚐 011, Loop: RSDB RV
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🚐 012, Loop: RSDB RV
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🚐 013, Loop: RSDB RV
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🚐 014, Loop: RSDB RV
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🚐 015, Loop: RSDB RV
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🚐 016, Loop: SHDB RV
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🚐 017, Loop: SHSG RV
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🚐 018, Loop: SHSG RV
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🚐 019, Loop: SHSG RV
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🚐 020, Loop: SHDB RV
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🚐 021, Loop: SHSG RV
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🚐 022, Loop: SHSG RV
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🚐 023, Loop: SHSG RV
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🚐 024, Loop: SHDB RV
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🚐 025, Loop: SHSG RV
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🚐 026, Loop: SHDB RV
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🚐 027, Loop: SHSG RV
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🚐 028, Loop: SHSG RV
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🚐 029, Loop: SHSG RV
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🚐 030, Loop: SSDB RV
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🚐 031, Loop: SSDB RV
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🚐 032, Loop: SSDB RV
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🚐 033, Loop: SSDB RV
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🚐 034, Loop: SSSG RV
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🚐 035, Loop: SSSG RV
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🚐 036, Loop: SSSG RV
No Hookups
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🚐 037, Loop: SSDB RV
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🚐 038, Loop: SSSG RV
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🚐 039, Loop: SSSG RV
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🚐 040, Loop: SSSG RV
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🚐 043, Loop: SSSG RV
No Hookups
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🚐 044, Loop: SSDB RV
No Hookups
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🚐 045, Loop: RAIN RV
No Hookups
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🚐 046, Loop: RAIN RV
No Hookups
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🚐 047, Loop: RAIN RV
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🚐 048, Loop: RAIN RV
No Hookups
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🚐 049, Loop: RSNG RV
No Hookups
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🚐 050, Loop: RAIN RV
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🚐 051, Loop: RAIN RV
No Hookups
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🚐 052, Loop: RAIN RV
No Hookups
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🚐 053, Loop: RSNG RV
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🚐 054, Loop: RAIN RV
No Hookups
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🚐 055, Loop: RSNG RV
No Hookups
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🚐 056, Loop: RSNG RV
No Hookups
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🚐 057, Loop: RSNG RV
No Hookups
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🚐 058, Loop: RSNG RV
No Hookups
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🚐 060, Loop: RAIN RV
No Hookups
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🚐 061, Loop: RSNG RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 062, Loop: RAIN RV
No Hookups
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🚐 063, Loop: RAIN RV
No Hookups
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🚐 064, Loop: RAIN RV
No Hookups
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🚐 065, Loop: RAIN RV
No Hookups
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🚐 066, Loop: RUSS RV
No Hookups
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🚐 067, Loop: RUSS RV
No Hookups
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🚐 068, Loop: RUSS RV
No Hookups
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🚐 069, Loop: KING RV
No Hookups
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🚐 070, Loop: KING RV
No Hookups
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🚐 071, Loop: RUSS RV
No Hookups
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🚐 072, Loop: RUSS RV
No Hookups
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🚐 073, Loop: RUSS RV
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🚐 074, Loop: RUSS RV
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🚐 075, Loop: RUSS RV
No Hookups
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🚐 076, Loop: RUSS RV
No Hookups
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🚐 077, Loop: RUSS RV
No Hookups
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🚐 078, Loop: RUSS RV
No Hookups
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🚐 079, Loop: RUSS RV
No Hookups
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🚐 080, Loop: KING RV
No Hookups
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🚐 081, Loop: KING RV
No Hookups
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🚐 082, Loop: RUSS RV
No Hookups
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🚐 083, Loop: RUSS RV
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (479)

What Guests Are Saying

Russian River Campground is highly regarded for its spacious, clean campsites, friendly staff, and beautiful surroundings, making it a favorite spot for many visitors, including long-time campers. Improvements such as a new entrance road and well-maintained facilities enhance the overall experience. However, issues with reservation policies lead to frustration, as many booked sites remain unoccupied, preventing others from enjoying the campground.

Review Summary

4.3
479 reviews
5
61.4%
294
4
19.8%
95
3
10.0%
48
2
5.0%
24
1
3.8%
18

Donna T

Verified

July 16, 2024 Stayed at: 013, Loop: RSDB

1

When we arrived to the gate on June 1, the first day the campground was supposed to be open. It was unmanned and signs were posted that the campground was closed, that there was no trash service, and that the dump station was unavailable. Mind you, we had reservations that were made months in advance. There were many other RVers who were visibly upset as were we. We made numerous phone calls to the Seward Ranger District and other forest service numbers, but it was a Saturday, so they went unanswered. We saw most campers drive away. We decided to drive up to the campground as the gate was open. We went to our reserved site and enjoyed a nice quiet weekend. Only one or two other campers took a chance like us. However, the pit toilets had not been pumped and were over full. The bathrooms were disgusting and the campground had not even been open since last season. I finally got a call a few days later from Seward Ranger District. He said he thought the campground was open - it should have been, he said - but someone must have forgotten to take the closed signs down. I said there were many upset people who could have possibly come from a long way off who drove away without a campsite. He didn’t seem too concerned and said he’d check into it. The whole experience was uncalled for and almost ruined our trip. All because someone forgot to take down the closed signs. Also I don’t understand why the toilets hadn’t been pumped and the bathrooms cleaned. Unacceptable to say the least!!!

William M

Verified

July 16, 2024 Stayed at: 047, Loop: RAIN

4

The Russian river has endured many changes over the years. The beetle kill has caused the campground to be thinned out significantly. The road into the campground has been under construction for two years and will be a huge improvement. The worst part of the Russian River is the reservation system. It’s almost impossible to get a campsite. This really needs to be looked at to ensure it’s fair for all. Also, take a look at the number of empty camp spots during high peak times. Please fix the reservation system! Sincerely.

Jeff B

Verified

July 17, 2024 Stayed at: 060, Loop: RAIN

4

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Jeff B

Verified

July 17, 2024 Stayed at: 060, Loop: RAIN

4

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Sandra G

Verified

July 23, 2024 Stayed at: 010, Loop: RSDB

4

Lovely campground...

Sandra G

Verified

July 23, 2024 Stayed at: 010, Loop: RSDB

4

Lovely campground...

Davis D

Verified

July 26, 2024 Stayed at: 009, Loop: RSDB

5

Had an excellent experience with this campsite, all the way from reservations through checkout. Great folks, great site! Thanks!

Davis D

Verified

July 26, 2024 Stayed at: 009, Loop: RSDB

5

Had an excellent experience with this campsite, all the way from reservations through checkout. Great folks, great site! Thanks!

Allen B

Verified

August 1, 2024 Stayed at: 022, Loop: SHSG

5

Great experience for my whole family. Highly recommend!

Allen B

Verified

August 1, 2024 Stayed at: 022, Loop: SHSG

5

Great experience for my whole family. Highly recommend!

Location Russian River

Address:
Seward Ranger District, 33599 Ranger Station Spur
Seward, AK, 99664
United States

Highway access

The campground is accessible via the Sterling Highway (Alaska State Highway 1), located approximately 54 miles south of Anchorage.

Elevation: 104 feet

Distance to downtown

54 mi drive to downtown Seward (about 1 hr 11 min)

Policies & Rules

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

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Last updated: September 8, 2026

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