While in Alaska
Alaska is the place that brings the Wild in You, roll with it. While in Alaska,take the opportunity to immerse yourself into the nature, breath fresh glacier air, indulge in plentiful wild berries, relish high mountains, deep rivers and dense forests.
Some of the suggestions from locals.
Hikes in Kenai
- Carter Lake to Crescent Lake in Moose Pass (moderate)
- Slaughter Ridge in Cooper Landing (tough)
- Portage Pass Trail in Whittier (moderate)
- Lost Lake Trail in Seward (Moderate)
- Mt. Marathon Bowl Trail in Seward (Tough)
- Tonsina Trail in Seward (Easy)
- Palmer Creek Trail in Hope (Moderate)
A great resource for hiking and activities in the area is “Upper Kenai Guide”
Other ideas for activities in Kenai:
- Glacier/wildlife cruise out of Seward.
- A scenic float down Kenai River in Cooper Landing.
- A rafting trip on 6-Mile River in Hope with class 5 rapids.
- Alaska Railroad Train to Spencer Glacier and either hike or float the river.
- Fishing. (Local recommendations: contact Corey at Chugach Backcountry Fishing if you would like to fish for Salmon, or Sean at Alaska Northern Outfitters if you would like to fish for Halibut).
- Kayaking
- Bears
- Sea life center
- Seward brewery
