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Russian River Campground

83 sitesNo hookupsRVs to 100 ftWaterside

Russian River Campground is a 83-site campground in Chugach National Forest near Seward, Alaska. There are no electric hookups, so plan to bring your own power.

Location
Seward, AK · Map and directions
Campsites
83 (33 RV)
Electric
There are no electric hookups
Water / sewer
No water hookups listed
Max RV length
100 ft
Pets
Not listed: check with the campground
Campfires
Not listed: check current fire restrictions
Reservations
Recreation.gov
Phone
(907) 288-7756

About Russian River Campground

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.

Description: Recreation.gov. Conditions change, so check the official page before you go.

What to bring to Russian River Campground

Portable power stations

Silent battery power for lights, phones, fans, CPAP machines and 12V fridges.

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Foldable solar panels

Recharge a power station during the day, so it lasts the whole trip.

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Quiet inverter generators

More power for RVs and air conditioning. Check the campground's generator hours.

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12V portable fridges

No ice runs. Runs off a car socket or a power station.

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Rotomolded coolers

Keeps ice for days at sites with no power.

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Inflatable kayaks

Fits in the trunk and gets you out on the water.

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Inflatable paddle boards

Easy to pack for lake and river campgrounds.

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Family camping tents

Room for everyone plus gear.

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Cooper Creek South Campground

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Hidden Lake Campground

8 mi away

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Quartz Creek Campground

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Tenderfoot Creek Campground

19 mi away

36 sitesNo hookupsRVs to 100 ftWaterside

Trail River Campground

21 mi away

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Ptarmigan Creek Campground

21 mi away

13 sitesNo hookupsRVs to 85 ftWaterside

More: all campgrounds in Chugach National Forest · campgrounds in Alaska

Frequently asked questions

Does Russian River Campground have electric hookups?

There are no electric hookups. Campers bring portable power stations or generators where allowed.

Can I reserve a site at Russian River Campground?

Yes, through Recreation.gov. Popular dates book up months ahead.

How big an RV fits at Russian River Campground?

The longest site takes vehicles up to 100 feet. Many sites are shorter, so check the individual site before booking.