Russian River

Seward Ranger District, 33599 Ranger Station Spur, Seward, Alaska, United States
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RUSSIAN RIVER
RUSSIAN RIVER
RUSSIAN RIVER
RUSSIAN RIVER
RUSSIAN RIVER

Featured amenities

River Access River Access
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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 mi south of Anchorage and 40 mi 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.

Available sites

80 total sites
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Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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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

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80 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: RSSG RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 002, Loop: RSDB RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 003, Loop: RSDB RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 004, Loop: RSSG RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 005, Loop: RSDB RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 006, Loop: RSDB RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 007, Loop: RSDB RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 008, Loop: RSSG RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 009, Loop: RSDB RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 010, Loop: RSDB RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 011, Loop: RSDB RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 012, Loop: RSDB RV
Paved · Pull-through
🚐 013, Loop: RSDB RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 014, Loop: RSDB RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 015, Loop: RSDB RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 016, Loop: SHDB RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 017, Loop: SHSG RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 018, Loop: SHSG RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 019, Loop: SHSG RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 020, Loop: SHDB RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 021, Loop: SHSG RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 022, Loop: SHSG RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 023, Loop: SHSG RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 024, Loop: SHDB RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 025, Loop: SHSG RV
Paved · Pull-through
🚐 026, Loop: SHDB RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 027, Loop: SHSG RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 028, Loop: SHSG RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 029, Loop: SHSG RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 030, Loop: SSDB RV
Paved · Pull-through
🚐 031, Loop: SSDB RV
Paved · Pull-through
🚐 032, Loop: SSDB RV
Paved · Pull-through
🚐 033, Loop: SSDB RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 034, Loop: SSSG RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 035, Loop: SSSG RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 036, Loop: SSSG RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 037, Loop: SSDB RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 038, Loop: SSSG RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 039, Loop: SSSG RV
Paved · Pull-through
🚐 040, Loop: SSSG RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 043, Loop: SSSG RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 044, Loop: SSDB RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 045, Loop: RAIN RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 046, Loop: RAIN RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 047, Loop: RAIN RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 048, Loop: RAIN RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 049, Loop: RSNG RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 050, Loop: RAIN RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 051, Loop: RAIN RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 052, Loop: RAIN RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 053, Loop: RSNG RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 054, Loop: RAIN RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 055, Loop: RSNG RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 056, Loop: RSNG RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 057, Loop: RSNG RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 058, Loop: RSNG RV
Paved · Pull-through
🚐 060, Loop: RAIN RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 061, Loop: RSNG RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 062, Loop: RAIN RV
Paved · Pull-through
🚐 063, Loop: RAIN RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 064, Loop: RAIN RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 065, Loop: RAIN RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 066, Loop: RUSS RV
Paved · Pull-through
🚐 067, Loop: RUSS RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 068, Loop: RUSS RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 069, Loop: KING RV
Paved · Pull-through
🚐 070, Loop: KING RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 071, Loop: RUSS RV
Paved · Pull-through
🚐 072, Loop: RUSS RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 073, Loop: RUSS RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 074, Loop: RUSS RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 075, Loop: RUSS RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 076, Loop: RUSS RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 077, Loop: RUSS RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 078, Loop: RUSS RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 079, Loop: RUSS RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 080, Loop: KING RV
Paved · Pull-through
🚐 081, Loop: KING RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 082, Loop: RUSS RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 083, Loop: RUSS RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews

494 reviews

Summary

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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.

Based on guest feedback

4.3

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4 stars 19.6% (97)
3 stars 9.9% (49)
2 stars 4.9% (24)
1 star 3.6% (18)

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Dave H

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July 19, 2020 Stayed at: 051, Loop: RAIN

Well maintained campground, staff are nice and professional, they keep the camp sites and restrooms clean. They brief you on bear activity, etc.

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Dave H

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July 19, 2020 Stayed at: 051, Loop: RAIN

Well maintained campground, staff are nice and professional, they keep the camp sites and restrooms clean. They brief you on bear activity, etc.

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Dean C

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July 21, 2020 Stayed at: 005, Loop: RSDB

We had a very nice, relaxing experience, and even saw some bears. The trails around the campground were amazing also.

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Dean C

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July 21, 2020 Stayed at: 005, Loop: RSDB

We had a very nice, relaxing experience, and even saw some bears. The trails around the campground were amazing also.

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Frederick F

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July 22, 2020 Stayed at: 033, Loop: SSDB

We really enjoyed our tie at the Russian River Campground this year. We saw more bears and eagles than on any past visit. Although the fish were sporadic, there weren't many people fishing this year (probably due to the COVID travel restrictions). However, the camp rangers and other personnel were always friendly and helpful. Thanks!

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Frederick F

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July 22, 2020 Stayed at: 033, Loop: SSDB

We really enjoyed our tie at the Russian River Campground this year. We saw more bears and eagles than on any past visit. Although the fish were sporadic, there weren't many people fishing this year (probably due to the COVID travel restrictions). However, the camp rangers and other personnel were always friendly and helpful. Thanks!

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David F

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July 25, 2020 Stayed at: 068, Loop: RUSS

Wonderful campground with good river access and many bear. Nice staff and clean well kept Campground.

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David F

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July 25, 2020 Stayed at: 068, Loop: RUSS

Wonderful campground with good river access and many bear. Nice staff and clean well kept Campground.

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Sandra G

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July 26, 2020 Stayed at: 011, Loop: RSDB

Lovely, quiet camp on a pristine, clear-as-glass river...

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Jim W

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July 26, 2020 Stayed at: 079, Loop: RUSS

Getting reservations on line is a joke

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Location & Directions for Russian River

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

Elevation: 104 ft

Getting There

From Anchorage, Alaska, travel south for 110 mi to Milepost 54 on the Sterling Highway, Alaska State Highway 1.

Nearest town

Seward, AK - 54 mi

About over 1 hr (71 min) to downtown

Highway access

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

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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