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Kenai
& Cooper Landing
Just when it seems sights and sounds of Alaska’s nature couldn’t get any better; head south from Anchorage where travelers round the curve then head west at the far end of Turnagain Arm, where the Kenai Peninsula offers more to discover. Experience the Seward Highway’s sleepy, roadside lodges, gift stores and cafes along the way. Then indulge in a myriad of outdoor activities waiting in the communities of Hope, Cooper Landing, Homer, Kenai, Sterling, Soldotna and Seward. West of Tern Lake Junction travelers soon meet up with the lovely shore of Kenai Lake. This blue-green glacial lake gets its color from glacial till, or ground-up rock. At Mile 100.5 (from Anchorage) visitors come upon Bean Creek Road, which provides access to the beautiful Kenai Princess Lodge & RV Park. About one mile further is the wonderful little community of Cooper Landing. Don’t be fooled by the slow paced, laid back appearance of this place, this area serves as important headquarters for several major fishing outfitters and guides serving the Kenai River. Visit the Russian River, this area bustles with excitement of landing the “Big One”! The Russian River is just 5 miles down the road, and is choked with trophy salmon during fishing season. The words “Fish On” linger in the air 24 hours a day. 
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 Alaska Wildland Adventures www.alaskawildland.com/241 • (800) 334-8730 • In State (907) 783-2928 Wilderness Travel Expert | Since 1977 – Pioneering Ecotourism Travel in Alaska – America’s Last Great Place! Join Alaska Wildland Adventures on a fully guided, all-inclusive Natural History Journeys and experience the authentic character of wild Alaska. Enjoy active adventuring in National Parks and Refuges with highly trained naturalist guides, complemented by comfortable lodging in the evening. Observe Alaska’s wildlife, capture stunning photographs, take a guided hike under the midnight sun, raft the scenic Kenai River, or embark on a marine wildlife and seacoast glacier cruise. Trips include activities, land transportation, accommodations, & delicious, freshly prepared meals. For an additional cost, cast a line for some world-famous Kenai River Salmon & Rainbow Trout in the turquoise-blue waters of the Kenai. Kenai Landing www.endofthespit.com or www.kenailanding.com • (800) 478-0400 At the mouth of the famous Kenai River, Steeped in 90 years of Alaska history, Kenai Landing is a vibrant waterfront resort community surrounded by wildlife and natural beauty. Arts and entertainment thrive within this historic waterfront which features a full service restaurant, lodging, theater, boat launch, outdoor pavilion, waterfront promenade and docking facilities, an indoor warehouse market featuring over 25 shops with local crafts, clothing, arts and food. Kenai Princess Lodge www.princesslodges.com • (800) 426-0500 Hotel | Located on the beautiful Kenai Peninsula in Cooper Landing and nestled among 43 acres on the bank of the Kenai river, the Kenai Princess Wilderness Lodge offers all the luxuries of a small resort in a relaxing setting. Just a leisurely two-hour drive south of Anchorage and situated within the Chugach National Forest, Kenai Princess Wilderness Lodge is the ideal location for a weekend get-away and visiting friends and family. 
Kenai Convention & Visitors Bureau www.visitkenai.com • (907) 283-2230 Kenai, where the river ends and the adventure begins. Explore the rest of the peninsula from the convenience of Kenai, where the moose and caribou play. Spend a warm summer evening watching college summer league baseball under the sun or explore Lake Clark National Park to fi sh with bears. Make the Kenai Visitors & Cultural Center your fi rst step in Kenai and tour The Kenai Experience. Our exhibits and summer programs introduce you to life as an Alaskan. If you’re here on a Saturday, be sure to visit local crafters and farmers at Kenai’s Saturday Market. Alaska Insight Travel Guide www.alaskainsight.com • (907) 344-7422 • Anchorage For more information regarding packaging or customizing Alaska itineraries contact Alaska Insight Travel Guide. Email: alaskainsight@alaska.net |
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