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Welcome to Kenai, Alaska.  There is just so much to do in the Kenai Peninsula!

First of all, Kenai is within only two hours of any accessible area on the Kenai Peninsula.  From Soldotna you can do the day trips without  having to relocate every day, and once you have seen what the best of Alaska has to offer, you will understand why the Kenai Peninsula is the place Alaskans come to play! 

The town of Kenai (12 miles from Soldotna) - You will find great wildlife displays, museums, movies.  You can also go see the Beluga whales if they been spotted in Kenai.  Don't forget your cameras!

Take a walk down memory lane with the old Town Walking Tour.  This This tours are self-guided and maps are provided at the the Kenai Visitors Center.  All you history buffs will love the Kenai's Old Town.  The Russian Orthodox Church is a sight of beauty.  Established in 1791, Russian Orthodox still have services there every week.  There are small homes, gift shops, beautiful view of the mountain range, and much more to see and do.

Nikiski/Captain Cook State Park (25 miles from Soldotna) - Continue north on the Kenai Spur Highway all the way to Captain Cook State Park at the end of Kenai Spur Highway.  It offers spectacular views of Cook Inlet, surrounding mountains and if the weather permits, a glimpse of Denali.  Also view offshore oil platforms.  Beaches are popular with agate hunters.  Beluga and bird watching are great.  There is hiking, beach combing and campfire circle.  On the way back, stop at the North Peninsula Recreation Nikiski Pool at mile 23.4.  you will find a 136' waterslide, hot tub, and an indoor warm water pool.

Clam Gulch/Ninilchik (40 miles from Soldotna) - After checking out the Tides come to enjoy a day of digging razor clams.  Head S. on the Sterling Highway to Clam Gulch and get in on the action (you do need a sport fishing license to dig.)   The panoramic view of Mount Redout, Mount Iliamna and Mount Spurr across Cook Inlet are well worth the trip.  Also, tour the historical Ninilchik Village and see the first Russian School House, the Melanai Curtis Home, the Ninilchik Village Cache, the Village Store, the Sorensen/Tupper Home, Bud Dietz Home and the Old Red House.  All of these Buildings were built in the late 1800s.

Homer (78 miles from Soldatna) - A trip to Homer is a must.  Head S. on the Sterling Highway to Homer.  Homer is alsoknown for its many artists, so be sure to visit some of the art galleries.  The Homer Spit offers a series of boardwalks with shops, restaurants, plenty of gift shops and a quaint and unique environment.  You can also find sightseeing tours are also available from the Spit, which take you to Seldovia, Halibut Cove, etc and guarantee an abundance of wildlife and hospitality.   Hike over 50 miles of back-country trails in the Kachemak Bay State Park.  Pack a light snack and bring a camera.

Skilak Wildlife Recreation Area (20 miles from Soldotna) - Head N. on the Sterling Highway to mile 75.2 and drive the Skilak Lake Loop Road, which loops south, through the Skilak Wildlife Recreating Area to campgrounds, trails and fishing spots.  This 19.1-mile road is favorite for the locals because of its beauty and wildlife viewing.  The loop comes back out on the Sterling Highway at mile 58.

Cooper Landing (48 miles from Soldotna) - Head N. on the Sterling Highway, when you reach Cooper Landing, you will want to get on one of the Kenai River Rafting trips for a beautiful trip down the famous Kenai River.  Other activities in this area include horseback trips through the beautiful Cooper Landing Mountains, a Kenai Lake trip, kayaking, fly-fishing and hiking.  Hike the Resurrection Trail to a wonderful waterfall called Juneau Falls.  During the hike you may encounter wildlife such as Dall Sheep, Hoary Marmots, Black and Brown Bears, countless birds species and maybe even Caribou.  Hike to Russian River Falls.  The 2.6 mile trail takes you to the viewing platform for the falls, which is a good place to view jumping salmon and maybe a brown bear or two.  Stop along Mile marker 50 and look for Eagles feeding on salmon.  Always keep your eyes peeled for moose on the road.

Seward (95 miles from Soldotna) - Head N. on the Sterling Highway until you reach the Seward Highway.  Turn right and drive to Seward.  You will certainly want to visit the Alaska Sea Life Center and view the sea animals.  Plan on taking one of the wildlife and glacier cruises through Kenai Fjords National Park.  They vary in length and amenities offered.  You would probably want to have reservations ahead of time.  See the Anchor Memorial honoring those who perished in 1964 earthquake in front of the Harbormaster's office.  Take a nice drive out to Exit Glacier at milepost 3.7 and follow Exit Glacier Road to the visitor center parking area.  Exit Glacier is the most accessible of the park's glaciers and is truly amazing.  Take a historical

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