Kenai Fjords National Park
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Kenai Fjords National Park

Remnants of an Ice Age

What you will find
Very few places on earth match the beauty of Kenai Fjords National Park. 20,000 years ago, during the last ice age, enormous glaciers carved U-shaped valleys that eventually filled with seawater. These geologic wonders were named fjords, and they encompass the majority of the Kenai Fjords National Park coastline. A large amount of marine wildlife inhabit the area during the summer months. Stellar Sea Lions, harbor seals, puffins, eagles and even whales are often spotted during day cruises into the park. Kenai Fjords is also home to the enormous Harding Icefield which feeds the numerous glaciers that flow to the sea. The icefield draws adventurers for glacier expeditions each year. Kenai Fjords National Park also has one of the most accessible glaciers in Alaska, Exit Glacier. There are numerous, non-strenuous, interpretive trails that lead right to the face of the glacier. With all the park has to offer, Kenai Fjords is a must for any Southcentral Alaska vacation.
 

Visitor information
Kenai Fjords National Park is located on the southern edge of the Kenai Peninsula. The port town of Seward is the main access center for the National Park, and is where the NPS Visitor Center is located.  Kenai Fjords National Park’s summer operating season begins in early May and ends in late September. Seward can be reached from Anchorage by railroad or car. Numerous cruise ships depart from Seward, so a visit to Kenai Fjords National park is possible before or after your Alaska Cruise.  The main Visitors Center is open from 8:30am to 7pm daily during the summer months. There is also a Nature Center located at Exit Glacier which offers ranger guided hikes. Seward has numerous hotels, bed & breakfasts, restaurants, and shops.
 

Day Cruises into the park
The best way to experience Kenai Fjords National park is with a day cruise, and there are quite a few to choose from. Six to eight hour cruises are recommended for guests wishing to experience the glaciers, wildlife, and history the park has to offer. A four hour Resurrection Bay Cruise is perfect for visitors with limited time. Evening dinner cruises are also available. All of these cruises depart from the Seward small boat harbor, and the majority are timed to meet trains coming from and departing to Anchorage.
 

Wilderness Lodges
There are two wilderness lodges located in Kenai Fjords National Park / Resurrection Bay. Kenai Fjords Wilderness Lodge is located on Fox Island in Resurrection Bay. The Lodge is reached by a one hour boat cruise from Seward. Upon arrival, guests are treated to a wonderful salmon bake. Beach and mountain trail hiking is available on the island and a 9.5 hour park cruise is included with overnights. The second lodge is the only one located within the Kenai Fjords National Park boundaries. The brand new Kenai Fjords Glacier Lodge is located on the shores of a protected lagoon, which offers dramatic views of the Pederson Glacier. Activities at the lodge include sea kayaking, hiking, and coastal explorations via motorized skiff. Enroute to the lodge, guests enjoy a five hour boat cruise through the park. 
 

Select Tours

DISCOVER ALASKA'S KENAI PENINSULA  Tour 1507CTA  -  8 Day/ 7 Night roundtrip self drive tour from Anchorage featuring Seward, Cooper Landing/Soldotna area and Homer.

ALASKA' S GEMS - KENAI FJORDS & DENALI Tour 1540CTA    -   8 day/7 night journey by Alaska Railroad and scheduled motorcoach featuring Anchorage, Kenai Fjords National Park, Seward, Talkeetna and Denali National Park.

 ALL ALASKA CLASSIC Tour 1517CTA    -   15 Day/14 Night self-drive tour featuring Anchorage, Talkeetna, Denali National Park, Fairbanks, Wrangell - St. Elias National Park, Valdez & Prince William Sound, Seward & Kenai Fjords National Park, Homer. 

 ALASKA NATIONAL PARK'S TOUR Tour 1550CTA  -  15 Day/ 14 Night Our Alaska National Park tour takes you into the heart of 5 of Alaska's most fascinating National parks, all of which provide unique experiences to some of the most remote and wild lands left on earth!  

KENAI FJORDS WILDERNESS LODGE - Kenai Fjords National Park Tour 170   -   Nestled within beautiful Halibut Cove on Fox Island, the Kenai Fjords Wilderness Lodge is an excellent base for exploring the Kenai Fjords National Park.

KENAI FJORDS GLACIER LODGE - Kenai Fjords National Park Tour 179   -   Nestled within a wildlife sanctuary on the edge of a protected lagoon, the lodge and guest cabins enjoy stunning views of Pedersen Glacier. The rugged beauty of Alaska's spectacular seacoast is balanced nicely with the creature comforts of private cabins, a cozy main lodge and hearty meals with gourmet flair.

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