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Russian River Falls Bear Viewing

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Russian River Falls Bear Viewing

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Chugach National Forest

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    November 30, 2016

    Hiking

    Instead of spending thousands of dollars on a polluting flight to Brooks River Falls with other exploited tourists in Katmai Nat'l Pk, to see grizzly bears fishing salmon simply take this beautiful hike on the Kenai Peninsula's Russian River trail:
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    The bears brushed literally just past me on the narrow river bank, so stay safe and enjoy watching from the viewing platforms high above the cascades.
    Great spot to observe salmon, bears, and at least see seagulls fight over territory and leftovers from salmon fished by bears and men along the Russian River falls

    April 25, 2019

    Hiking

    We saw lots of salmon trying to jump up the falls in early September

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    Russian River Falls Trail

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    Hike the easy 2.3-mile Russian River Falls Trail in Chugach National Forest, known for salmon viewing and potential bear sightings.

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    7.91km

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    Hike the 4.9-mile Russian River Falls Trail in Alaska's Chugach National Forest to see salmon leaping and bears fishing.
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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 150Β m

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    Location: Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska, United States

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