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Alaska’s Hidden Gem: Soldotna

Posted on September 22, 2021November 29, 2021 by Travis Lanford

Soldotna is located in southern Alaska, on the Kenai Peninsula’s central-western tip. The city limits stretch for seven square miles along the Kenai River, which empties into Cook Inlet in Kenai. Soldotna lies on the western rim of the vast Kenai National Wildlife Refuge. This roughly two million-acre protected area is home to bears, moose, caribou, sheep, and a variety of fish and bird species.
Interesting Fact
Following WWII, the US government transferred several townships from the Kenai National Moose Range along Cook Inlet to the lower Kenai River, thereby opening the land to settlement under the Homestead Act. When it came to selecting land and filing for property, veterans of the United States armed forces were given a 90-day head start over non-veterans. Additionally, the Sterling Highway right-of-way between Cooper Landing and Kenai was cleared of trees in that year. The modern-day Soldotna site was chosen for the highway’s Kenai River bridge crossing.

The Sterling Highway was built to link Soldotna to the rest of the world. Additional homesteads were acquired, and visitors came for fishing and bed and breakfast in Soldotna
Why Visit Soldotna?
The location is one of the key reasons for choosing Soldotna. You’re only minutes from Kenai, and the Kenai River borders Soldotna. Ancient sites such as Homer are less than an hour by drive away. Additionally, there is a lengthy list of outdoor activities suitable for the entire family, including numerous festivals.

Expect a diverse selection of dining alternatives, from fine dining to major fast-food chains. There are various lodging options, including luxury fishing lodges, lodging cabins, small motels, and even campers. Because many lodges include kitchenettes, grocery stores are extremely convenient in this area.

Soldotna is the excellent location to obtain all of the information necessary to organize an Alaskan holiday. Year-round activities include snowshoeing and snowmobiling. Many visitors come for festivals, wildlife viewing, canoeing, guided and self-guided hiking excursions, shopping, museums, and exhibits during the summer months.

Soldotna is conveniently located near the Russian River, Skilak Lake, the Kasilof River, local creeks, and fly-out fishing choices for those considering an Alaska fishing excursion. The location provides convenient access to the best fishing, outdoor sports, and family enjoyment on the Kenai Peninsula. Additionally, it is intelligent enough to be comfortable while staying wild enough to allow for observation other animals.
Fishing
Soldotna has all you need to make your vacation a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, from basic equipment to full-service guiding. Locals will undoubtedly assist you in locating and catching the big ones, regardless of whether you’re after Kings, Silvers, Sockeye, Steelhead, Trout, Halibut, or Rockfish. Les Anderson of Soldotna set the world record for King salmon in 1985 with a 97-pounder. The world-famous Kenai River has grown in popularity and is now one of Soldotna’s most popular attractions.

 

Conclusion
The stunning natural setting of Soldotna provides numerous options for fully experiencing Alaska. Whether you’ve come to break the King Salmon record or to spend time exploring the wild last frontier with your entire family. Come to Soldotna now and experience a welcoming atmosphere that you and your family will never forget.

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