Kenai Backcountry Lodge

The Kenai Backcountry Lodge is located on a glacier-carved lake, accessible only by boat, in the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge. The transfer location is easily reached by car, not far from Cooper Landing, making the lodge a convenient Alaska wilderness vacation. This beautiful, remote Alaskan lodge is surrounded by a million acres of designated wilderness.

Originally built as a hunting lodge in the 1930s, the addition of a few modern  comforts makes this a lodge experience that will reinvigorate your love for the solitude and peace you find in nature. The spectacular sunset views from the lodge cannot be beat! In addition, the lodge is environmentally friendly. It has a hydroelectric system which provides the electricity for the kitchen and laundry facilities.

Day 1: Cooper Landing

Arrive in Cooper Landing on your own at about 10am. Your Kenai Backcountry vacation begins with a fun-filled day of exploration into unspoiled Alaska wilderness that most travelers never see. Start with a scenic float searching for moose, bald eagles, and salmon.  Then ride the Class II+ spirited rapids through the Kenai River Canyon. End with a cruise along the wild and scenic shore of a glacier-carved lake in the heart of the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge.  Then transfer by motor boat across spectacular Skilak Lake to Kenai Backcountry Lodge. Upon arrival, check into your cabin and enjoy free time to explore the area on your own. Dinner is served this evening at the lodge. Overnight Kenai Backcountry Lodge. (Lunch, Dinner)

Day 2: Kenai Backcountry Lodge

Join a guided hike to alpine tundra.  Explore the lake's many beaches and coves by motorized skiff and sea kayak, or simply enjoy the magic of the peaceful wilderness setting at the lodge.  Overnight Kenai Backcountry Lodge. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) 

Day 3: Return across the lake

After breakfast, transfer across the lake to your vehicle (at about 11:00H) and continue on your Alaskan adventure. (Breakfast)

2 night at Kenai Fjords Backcountry Lodge with 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners, full day rafting tour on the Kenai River into Kenai National Wildlife Refuge, and all taxes and fees.

Transfers to/from Cooper Landing / departure point. Alcoholic beverages. Gratuity.

Refund / Cancellation Policy:

Any time after our written confirmation: 10% of invoice total.

120 to 91 days prior to lodge stay date: 20% of invoice total.

90 to 45 days prior to lodge stay date:  50% of invoice total.

44 to 36 days prior to lodge stay date:  60% of invoice total.

35 to 0 days prior to lodge stay date:  100% of invoice total.

June 2 - September 8, 2010: Daily Departures