Russian Lakes Trail
Russian River Campground, Cooper Landing, AK 99572
21.9 miles of trails
Cooper Landing's 21.9-mile Russian Lakes Trail in Chugach National Forest leads off-leash dogs (voice control) to Russian River Falls and lakes. Features shade, water, and parking. Bear spray required in prime brown bear habitat.
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- Park
- Russian Lakes Trail
- Type
- Trail
- Location
- Cooper Landing, Alaska
- Coordinates
- 60.4861, -149.9886
- Trail miles
- 21.9
- Leash required
- No (off-leash allowed)
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.8 / 5 (820 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.2 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:Yes
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:No
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.8 from 820 reviewers
- · Off-leash zone
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
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Dog policy
Chugach NF flagship 21.9-mile trail to Russian River Falls + Upper/Lower Russian Lakes. Off-leash voice-control allowed. Prime brown bear country — bear spray required.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Off-leash
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