Alaska packing list
“There is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing”
Norwegian proverb
You can expect any weather from nice and sunny to cold and rainy in the same day. Being by the ocean, Kenai peninsula does not usually get too cold or hot. The temperatures in the end of August can be anything from low 50s to mid 60s.
Clothing
- Special day dress-up clothes
- Hat or cap
- Warm hat (lightweight)
- Wool socks
- Light gloves
- Hiking pants
- Lightweight baselayer
- Mid-layer
- Buff or scarf
- Shoes
- Rain jacket & wind breaker
- Light down jacket
Miscelaneous
- Sunglasses
- Sun screen
- Mosquito repellent
- Water bottle
- Flash light/head lamp
- Earplugs
- Umbrella
Hiking in the backcountry?
- Gaiters or waterproof pants
- Hiking poles
Favorite brands
We found these brands are best for travel to the areas with inclement weather and are long lasting.
- Wool - socks, underwear, baselayers: icebreaker
- Down jacket: patagonia, feathered friends
- Shoes: blundstones (all around), salomon (hiking); comfortiva, naot (casual to dress-up)