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Life Entwined with the Sea

At the tip of the Kenai Peninsula lies a land where the ice age still lingers. In Kenai Fjords, glaciers, earthquakes, and ocean storms are the architects. Ice worms, bears and whales make their home in this land of constant change. Native Alutiiq used these resources to nurture a life entwined with the sea. Explore this site to discover Kenai Fjords, its history, science and remote splendor.
 
Visitors on Exit Glacier's overlook loop trail

Exit Glacier

Exit Glacier is the only part of the park accessible by road. Here you can stroll the trails, walk very close to an active glacier or take a ranger-led walk. It is a place where you can witness up close how glaciers re-shape a landscape and learn how plant life reclaims the barren rocky land exposed by a glacier’s retreat.
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Boat in Northwestern Fjord

Boat Tours

Boat tours are a great way to experience the Park's coastline, tidewater glaciers and marine wildlife.
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Kayaker in Aialik Bay

Kayaking the Fjords

Kayaking gets you up close and personal with the marine environment at Kenai Fjords
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skier on Exit Glacier's outwash plain

Current Conditions

Exit Glacier Road is closed to cars for the winter months, however it can be a great place for winter recreation. Follow the link below for up to date road and trail conditions. 
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Write to

Kenai Fjords National Park
P.O. Box 1727
Seward, Alaska 99664

Phone

Park Headquarters
(907) 422-0500

Recorded Park Information Line
(907) 422-0573

Fax

(907) 422-0571

Climate

Overcast and cool days are frequent in this maritime climate of abundant rain. Summer daytime temperatures range from the mid-40s to low 70s (F). The wet, stormy fall begins in September. Wool or synthetic clothing and sturdy rain gear - pants, coat and hat - are essential.
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Communities Surrounding Kenai Fjords National Park
Note: The times listed below are approximate driving times to the park.
Seward, AK (5 min. ) Pop. 2,830
Moose Pass, AK (43 min. ) Pop. 206
Cooper Landing, AK (59 min. ) Pop. 369