Kenai fjords wildlife kenai fjords national park cultural resources kenai fjords glaciers glacial features harding icefield the retreat of exit glacier a tour of the life of a glacier iceberg sizes, shapes and classifications kenai fjords national park map aialik bay map see all the kenai fjords maps available aialik bay photo album. Les anmeldelser av hotell i kenai fjords national park. Experience the rich wildness of kenai fjords national park. Requires a free download of the avenza pdf maps app. The exit glacier area of kenai fjords national park is the most publicly accessible part of park and the only portion that is accessible by road from the town of seward. While there are a few trails to hike in the park the best way to see and experience kenai fjords is by boat, however, we didnt want to take just a short day cruise. Kenai fjords national park, the kenai peninsula and. Click a photo of a national park to see its location on the map and find out more information. Kenai fjords national park alaska cruises alaska vacations. Exploring northwestern fjord in kenai fjords national park. You can also browse the bestselling kenai fjords maps and guidebooks on amazon.
The kfnp shoreline boundary begins in lower resurrection bay and after many twists. The 5 best things to do in kenai fjords national park. Wildlife thrives in icy waters and lush forests around this vast expanse of ice. The act that created kenai fjords national park mandated that the park be managed for the following purposes, among others. Find out more about the states 23 national park units, 4 public lands information centers, and 2 science and learning centers by visiting the alaska regional office. Join us and get started over 100,000 members in 208 countries. Theres a lot to discover in some of the most incredible, protected wilderness in alaska at kenai fjords national park. Both living at the entrance to this geographic wonder along with an extensive assignment with the park service have largely contributed to our increased coverage of kenai fjords national park. Kenai fjords national park photos, stock photos of kenai. The harding icefield crowns the park and is the source of at least 38 glaciers that flow over the land, sculpting as they go. Kenai fjords national park the greatest american road trip. The national park service publishes tons of great free maps.
Exit glacier, a halfmile wide river of ice, is the easiest section of the park to access. The 10 best kenai fjords national park hotel deals apr. Or use the menu above to navigate to the park of your choice. Things to do in kenai fjords national park, alaska. Boat access to kenai fjords glacier lodge departs from the seward harbor. Kenai fjords national park is located on the southern edge of the kenai peninsula in southcentral alaska. See the sights of seward and visit kenai fjords national park on this combo tour with lunch. Kenai fjords national park overview map the kenai fjords national park comprises a major portion of the harding icefield and kenai mountains. For recommendations on getting around the park, visit the kenai fjords national park information center near the small boat harbor. After visiting kenai fjords, continue your adventure on the kenai peninsula by visiting some of our neighbors.
Kenai fjords national park includes three main areas exit glacier, harding icefield and the coast. Kenai fjords national park maps, resurrection bay maps and. Just 12 miles by boat from seward, fox island and kenai fjords wilderness lodge are a world away from all you know. Nearly 40 glaciers flow from the harding icefield, kenai fjords crowning feature. On the southeast side of the kenai peninsula, along the gulf of alaska, nearly 670,000 acres were designated as the kenai fjords national park in 1980 as part of the alaska national interest lands. Kenai fjords national park travel alaska, usa lonely. Northwestern glacier is one of the parks six tidewater glaciers and has retreated over 6 km 3. Use nautical charts and tide tables for navigation. Coastal trail submerged at high tide south of tonsina. Kenai fjords national park is an american national park established in 1980 by the alaska national interest lands conservation act. Kenai fjords national park, rugged wilderness area in southern alaska, u. The park is famous for the fjords it contains, which are valleys that were created by glaciers that are now below sea level. In 1978, united states president jimmy carter designated kenai fjords as a national monument.
Kenai fjords national park tour cruise with dinner on fox. Kenai fjords national park is a geological wonderland where glaciers and ice caps meet the ocean. With the nearby town of seward being accessible by train, boat, car, bus or float plane, the area around kenai fjords national park is one of the most accessible in alaska. The national monument at kenai fjords had become alaskas seventh new national park. Topographic maps and area information are available at the visitor center. Sweeping from rocky coastline to glaciercrowned peaks, kenai fjords national park encompasses 607,805 acres of unspoiled wilderness on the southeast coast of alaskas kenai peninsula.
Top places to visit in kenai fjords national park, alaska. Kenai national wildlife refuge headquarters alaska state park headquarters chugach national forest headquarters ranger station e xit g l a c i e r r o a d n a s h r o a d p r i m r o s e c r e e k t r a i l l o s t l a k e t r a i l. Kenai fjords national park is open yearround with the highest visitation may through september. Maps kenai fjords national park, resurrection bay and seward. Printable pdf version, requires adobe acrobat reader. Wildlife refuge r primrose creek er 9 tr national park maps. Here youve got a map that covers the whole park, some that focus on the backcountry, and a few trail. Kenai fjords national park sits at the edge of the north pacific ocean, where storm patterns develop and feed a land of ice.
Look for mountain wildlife, and take a dog sled ride to round out this alaskan experience. National parks of alaska national parks cover approximately 54 million acres of land in alaska over 60% of all land managed by the national park service. Comprising an edge of the kenai peninsula in south central alaska near the town of seward, the park is home to the harding icefield, one of the four major ice caps in the united states. Kenai fjords national park was created in 1980 to protect 587,000 acres of alaskas most awesome, impenetrable wilderness. The harding icefield contributes more than 40 glaciers that spill into the fjords and valleys of the kenai peninsula. The park is capped by the harding icefield, a relic from past iceages. A number of individuals and families from the seward area visit the exit glacier area in the. With a guide, youll stop by mile 0 of the iditarod trail, the home of the annual sled dog race, and marvel at exit glacier. Kenai fjords national park national park in alaska. Kenai national park is the smallest national park in alaska. Proclaimed a national monument in 1978, it became a national park in 1980. Crowning the park is the massive harding ice field. Enjoy skipping rocks and a guided nature walk with a national park ranger. Stop at the mighty holgate or aialik glacier and float among the icebergs as you watch for calving, where giant chunks of.
In early may my boyfriend and i headed to alaska to explore kenai fjords national park and the highlight of the trip was the 3 day2 night kayaking trip we went on with millers landing. These gigantic rivers of ice have shaped the terrain and are now receding to reveal their work. The 700squaremile harding ice field is one of only four remaining ice fields in the united states, and is also the largest ice field entirely within u. Recover your sense of wonder and your enthusiasm for adventure here in kenai fjords national park. Check out more detailed directions and learn about getting around the park. Map warning do not use this map for navigation or backpacking. National geographics trails illustrated map of kenai fjords national park is an. Glaciers, rainforests, marine animals, the harding icefield and more can all be found here. National park service, restorationcleanup by matt holly. Various maps and guidebooks are available through alaska geographic or in the park bookstore. T u t k a c l f u upper hazelle b a y s a d i e lk kayak beach quarry a r m a c o v e k a c h e m a k i w e s t r a r m k c o y p o r t d i c k t a l o b a y s u n. Best trails in kenai fjords national park alltrails. Here on npmaps youll find hundreds of pdf and image files of any u. In 1980 it was redesignated as kenai fjords national park, following the alaska.
National geographics trails illustrated map of kenai fjords national park is an essential travel companion for outdoor enthusiasts looking to explore the pristine scenery in this area of southern alaska. Beste wege in kenai fjords national park alltrails. Renowned for jagged cliffs and pristine pebble beaches, they are a mustsee for alaska visitors. The 700squaremile harding ice field is one of only four remaining ice fields in u.
This 6hour cruise explores kenai fjords national park and visits an actively calving tidewater glacier in beautiful aialik bay. Kenai fjords national park kenai fjords national park is a united states national park in southcentral alaska. A national park ranger will be on board to narrate your cruise and point out wildlife such as whales, sea otters, sea lions, puffins, and more. Topographic maps of the park, such as the national geographic trails illustrated map available in park bookstores provide a broad view of the park. Kenai fjords national park national park, alaska, united. Located at the end of the kenai peninsula, nearly 51 percent of the park is covered by ice, and nearly 40 glaciers flow from the harding icefield, the parks iconic feature. Pdf files and external links will open in a new window.
National park service, department of publications subject. The below pdf format maps in this section are for trip planning purposes only. To maintain unimpaired the scenic and environmental integrity of the harding ice field, its out flowing glaciers, and coastal fjords and islands in their natural state. Book your tickets online for the top things to do in kenai fjords national park, alaska on tripadvisor.
The herman leirer road also known as the road to exit glacier is inaccessible to automobile traffic due to a state road closure for the 201920. Kenai fjords national park maps alaska backcountry safaris. The most popular and accessible area in the park is exit glacier. Kenai fjords national park travel guide at wikivoyage. Kenai fjords national park seward all you need to know. Media in category maps of kenai fjords national park the following files are in this category, out of total. Here youve got a map that covers the whole park, some that focus on the backcountry, and a few trail maps zoomed in on the exit glacier area.
We have photos of all 1,164 tourist attractions around norway or add your own click here to browse them. Kenai fjords national park is a 669,984 acre park located in alaska in the united states. Kenai fjords national park is a land where ocean, ice, and mountain meets to form a spectacular and breathtaking landscape. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in february. Twenty thousand years ago, during the last ice age, enormous glaciers carved ushaped valleys that eventually filled with seawater. Official nps map of kenai fjords national park in alaska. One of the more current kenai fjords topographic maps available for sea kayaking and backpacking navigation is the trails illustrated map and is printed on waterproof paper making them ideal for use in kenai fjords wet temperate rainforest environment. Experience superb wildlife viewing in the alaska maritime national wildlife refuge and get an upclose view of tidewater glaciers. The parks coastal backcountry is also inaccessible late. Kenai fjords national park map national geographic maps. Warren huss, betty house, and fred house enjoy a day of snow machining, while visiting exit glacier in 1976.
The park contains the harding icefield, one of the largest ice fields in the united states. Explore the best hike in kenai fjords national park on our trail map, from the editors of national geographic. Within five years, tourists visits had become a crucial part of sewards economy. At the edge of the kenai peninsula and the north pacific ocean, the park offers over 600,000 acres of glaciated paradise to explore, and is home to an abundance of marine wildlife and unique tidewater glaciers. Box canyon cabins 9,7 over all forventning 53 gjesteomtaler. Expertly researched and created in partnership with the national park service, u. The icefield, which covers more than half of the national parks more than 700,000 acres.