Russian Lakes Trail
1 days · 21.3 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Russian Lakes Trail is known for
This 21.3-mile trail on Alaska's Kenai Peninsula gains about 1,814 feet. It is a moderate route with comparatively gradual cumulative elevation change for its length.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 1,549 ft to 4,337 ft over 21.3 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 10.5 mi · 50%
- Downhill 7.2 mi · 34%
- Flat 3.4 mi · 16%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Russian Lakes Trail?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Russian Lakes Trail scores 10/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much elevation gain is on the Russian Lakes Trail?
The Russian Lakes Trail climbs roughly 1,814 ft total — about 85 ft per mile, topping out near 1,352 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from the USDA Forest Service National Forest System Trails dataset (EDW), a work of the US federal government in the public domain. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.