Russian River Campground
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Key facts
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Booking & season
Pitches & accommodation
Facilities & details
Amenities and on-site features reported for Russian River Campground.
Know before you go
Practical things to prepare for a trip to Russian River Campground.
- Bring cash for fees in case card payment isn't available on site.
Location
Where Russian River Campground sits on the map and how to get there.
Nearby cities & towns
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What’s nearby
Shops, drinking water, fuel and attractions within reach of the site.
🏞️ Attractions
The Russian River is a 13-mile-long (21-kilometer) river on the Kenai Peninsula in the U.S. state of Alaska. It flows northward from Upper Russian Lake in the Kenai Mountains through Lower Russian Lake, draining into the Kenai River near the town of Cooper Landing. The native Denaina people called this river Chunuk'tnu.
Cooper Landing is a census-designated place (CDP) in Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska, United States, about 100 miles (160 km) south of Anchorage, at the outlet of Kenai Lake into the Kenai River. The town was first settled in the 19th century by gold and mineral prospectors, and has become a popular summer tourist destination thanks to its scenic location and proximity to the salmon fishery of the
🛒 Amenities & services
🛒 Groceries
- Grizzly Ridge Convenience Store
- Cooper Landing Grocery
- Wildman's
⛽ Fuel
- Grizzly Ridge
🍽️ Food & drink
- Gwin's Roadhouse
- Two Brothers Roadhouse
- Rod & Reel Restaurant
🚰 Drinking water
- Drinking water
🚻 Toilets & showers
- Public toilets
- Showers
🎾 Sports
- Cooper Landing Rifle Range
Weather
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Best time to visit
Typical monthly temperature and rainfall at Russian River Campground.
Good to know
Quick answers to common questions about Russian River Campground.
How much does it cost to camp at Russian River Campground?
Russian River Campground charges a camping fee.
Can I pitch a tent at Russian River Campground?
Yes, tent camping is allowed.
Are there toilets at Russian River Campground?
Yes, toilets are available on site.
Are showers available at Russian River Campground?
No, showers are not available.
Is there WiFi at Russian River Campground?
No, there's no internet access on site.
How many sites does Russian River Campground have?
Russian River Campground has around 83 pitches.
When is Russian River Campground open?
Russian River Campground is open May to September.
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