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Kachemak Bay State Park
PO Box 1247
Soldotna, Alaska 99669
Phone: 907-262-5581
Reservations: 907-269-8400
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| Alaska's first state park, and only wilderness park, contains roughly 400,000 acres of mountains, glaciers, forests and ocean. The bay's twisted rock formations are evidence of the movement of the earths crust. Highlighted by constantly changing weather patterns, the park's outstanding scenery is a backdrop for high quality recreation. Park visitors will find opportunities for fishing, boating, kayaking, hiking, camping and mountain sports.
Kachemak Bay is a critical habitat area, supporting many species of marine life. Visitors frequently observe sea otters, seals, porpoise and whales. Inter tidal zones offer natural settings for marine studies. Land mammals include moose, black bear, mountain goats, coyotes and wolves. The many species of birds that inhabit the bay, including eagles, gyrfalcons and puffins, make it a popular area for bird watching.
Hiking and camping along the shoreline and in the surrounding forests and mountains are excellent. Above timberline, skiers and hikers will find glaciers and snowfields stretching for miles. Special park attractions include Grewing K Glacier, Poot Peak, China Poot Bay, Halibut Cove Lagoon, Humpy Creek, and China Poot (Leisure) Lake
Hunting and fishing are allowed in the park. Consult regulations, Rangers, or the Alaska Department of Fish & Game for information. |
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Wilderness Adventure
On one of our adventures to Kachemak Bay State Park, we waited for high tide and then traveled the narrow, scenic channel that leads into Halibut Cove, with its deep water and its incredibly rocky shoreline that protects this isolated place. There we enjoyed a night of camping and hot dogs, watching puffins, ducks, sea otters and salmon in the lagoon. We had a great hike with the grandkids on one of the trails.
Written by John at Bear Paw Adventure
22-Dec-2009
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| Camping: |
| Camping is permitted in most areas of the park. A number of sites have been developed that may include fireplaces, picnic tables, tent platforms, information, outhouses or food caches. Contact park staff for details. |
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| Canoeing | |  | Alaska's Sadie Cove Wilderness Lodge - Homer, AK
This beautiful Eco-Lodge is located on a privately owned, remote beach inside Alaska's Kachemak Bay State Park, midway between the villages of Seldovia and Halibut Cove, and only 10 miles by boat from Homer, Alaska, the "Bear Viewing Capital of the World."
Web Site: http://www.sadiecove.com |
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| | Water Sports | |  | Homer Ocean Charters - Homer, AK
Deluxe new cottage overlooking the bay. Literally on the water's edge...with the waves splashing 40 feet below your private deck. You will be entertained with spectacular sunrises, sunsets, glacier views, seals and sea otters from your own private accommodations.
Web Site: http://www.homerbnb.com |
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| Public Mooring Buoys are white, with an aluminum frame. An iron ring atop the buoy makes for easy tethering to a vessel. Buoys are rated to a maximum vessel length of 40 feet. Buoys are located at Saddle Trailhead, Right Beach, Halibut Cove Lagoon Trailhead, and Tutka Bay Public Use Cabin. |
| Fishing and Hunting: |
| Hunting and fishing are allowed in the park. Consult regulations, Rangers, or the Alaska Department of Fish & Game for information. |
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| Cottages and Cabins | | | Alaska's Sadie Cove Wilderness Lodge - Homer, AK
This beautiful Eco-Lodge is located on a privately owned, remote beach inside Alaska's Kachemak Bay State Park, midway between the villages of Seldovia and Halibut Cove, and only 10 miles by boat from Homer, Alaska, the "Bear Viewing Capital of the World."
Web Site: http://www.sadiecove.com |
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| | | Homer Ocean Charters - Homer, AK
Deluxe new cottage overlooking the bay. Literally on the water's edge...with the waves splashing 40 feet below your private deck. You will be entertained with spectacular sunrises, sunsets, glacier views, seals and sea otters from your own private accommodations.
Web Site: http://www.homerbnb.com |
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| |  | Bear Paw Adventure - Anchor Point, AK
Near the park, Bear Paw Adventure's upscale log lodging has Alaskan decor & everything you will want for a great stay. Private, natural, secure area; this is the best lodging experience on the Kenai. See eagles & moose as you relax at the BBQ, or play a game of "moose shoes". Lodge, 9 beds, Cabin 4 beds. Competitive rates and free extras will save you money vs. lower cost, less comfortable lodging. 866-286-0576
Web Site: http://www.bearpawadventure.com |
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| Access to the park is by boat or airplane, as there are no roads to the park. Air charters, water taxi services, and boat rentals are available in Homer. |
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