Things to Do Around Seward, Alaska

Exit Glacier at

Kenai Fjords National Park

The Exit Glacier area allows visitors to see up close how glaciers can change and re-shape landscapes, as well as how nature can reclaim barren areas caused by a retreating glacier. This part of the Kenai Fjords park is the only one accessible by road, and is filled with all manner of hiking opportunities, as well as chances for:

• Fat biking
• Snowshoeing
• Cross-country skiing
• Snowmobiling 

You can also opt for a ranger-led hike for a full educational experience about the area.

Kayaking at Resurrection Bay

Seward, Alaska sits on the shores of Resurrection Bay, one of the best places in the entire state for water-based recreation, especially since the bay is ice free year round. One of the best ways to explore the bay is by going on a kayaking tour, such as the one offered by Adventure 60 North.

Their tour experiences are great for both new and experienced paddlers, and they offer all the rental equipment you need at affordable prices. You’ll be able to explore hidden gems of the area, including waterfalls, lakes, and more.

Adventure 60 North also offers plenty of other experiences, including gold panning, fishing charters and more.

Marathon Helicopters

If you are looking to take in the beauty of the Kenai Peninsula, one of the best ways to do that is from the air.

Marathon Helicopters offers flightseeing tours that will show you some of the best sights there are here on the Kenai Peninsula. Their pilot is one of the most experienced helicopter pilots there are, having flown around the peninsula for over 10 years.

The company offers a wide variety of Alaska helicopter tour packages, ranging from 5 min to an hour. You also can have the opportunity to land on and explore the toe of a glacier for a brief period of time.