Adventurous Alaskan Vacations: Kenai Fjords National Park

Alaskan vacations can be cosmopolitan, or they can be adventurous. The decision is yours!

Whichever you choose, enjoy a restful return to Inlet Tower Hotel in downtown Anchorage. Our freshly appointed Anchorage lodging includes spacious guest rooms and stylish suites fit for a relaxing evening. Make a full night of it with dinner at Mixx Grill, our popular Anchorage restaurant.

Kenai Fjords National Park

For you adventurous types, Anchorage, Alaska vacations just aren't complete without a trip to Kenai Fjords National Park. Nearly 700,000 acres of unspoiled Alaskan wilderness are ripe for responsible exploration. The only vehicle entrance into Kenai Fjords National Park is through Seward, located 126 miles south of Anchorage. Head down on Seward Highway and follow signs to the Exit Glacier Ranger Station.

Outdoor adventure is the prime attraction at Kenai Fjords. Popular activities include:

• Hiking/Backpacking
• Mountaineering
• Sightseeing/Photography
• Fishing
• Kayaking
• Glacier Viewing (Exit Glacier)
• Camping
• Guided Programming/Kenai Fjord Tours

Kenai Fjords National Park and the Visitor Center are open year-round, however certain trails and attractions may be closed during the winter and spring seasons. There is never an entrance fee at Kenai Fjords. Get directions and more information.

Kenai Fjords Cruises and Tours

Have relaxation in mind for your Anchorage vacations? Don't let that keep you from the incredible bounty of the Kenai Fjords. Explore the wilderness while resting your feet on a breathtaking Glacier and Nature cruise. We recommend the following:

Kenai Fjords Tours

1340 4^th Avenue

Seward, Alaska 99664

Phone: 1-877-777-4051

Season: May – October

Web site: http://www.kenaifjords.com/

Kenai Fjords Tours offers several cruise options around the National Park and nearby Resurrection Bay and Fox Island. While the lush beauty of the Alaskan coastline is the star, playful humpback whales sometimes steal the show.