Russian River Falls
Cooper Landing
Watch sockeye rocket up the falls, then fish the pools below. A 2 mile walk keeps the crowd honest.
- Access
- 2 mile trail from the Russian River Campground or ferry to the falls viewing platform and pools.
- Water
- River
- Best time
- mid-Jun to Aug
- Fish
- Sockeye, Rainbow trout, Dolly Varden
- How to fish it
- Fly
- Gear rules
- Fly-only sanctuary water. Single unbaited hook.
- Crowds
- High
- Regulations
- Russian River sanctuary
- Local rules
- Prime bear habitat during the runs, closures possible on short notice. Verify open dates before hiking in.
Part of Eastern Kenai.