Seward Alaska - Things to See and Do
 
Hike Or Water taxi To Caines Head State Park: Caine's Head
is a five mile coastal trail and was voted one of the top ten hikes in
Alaska by Alaska Magazine. This is a beautiful hike to a remote
area, also accessible by boat or by water taxi at Miller's Landing
(unless you hike the coastal trail on low tide).
While hiking, you will often see salmon leaping, eagles soaring
over you; sea lions, sea otters, and abundant marine life everywhere.
For more information on Caine's Head Hike CLICK HERE
For more trails in the Seward/Lowell Point area
CLICK HERE
Visit the Kenai Fjords National Park:
This is the highlight of the Seward area. Explore the waters in the park
by tour boat. Watch for whales, marine wildlife, colorful seabirds, and
spectacular glaciers calving - up close. Tours are narrated, and meals
are included on these comfortable heated, full walk-around deck cruising
boats.
For more information on the Kenai Fjords tours
CLICK HERE
For Information On Major Marine Tours CLICK HERE
For Information On Renown Tours CLICK HERE
For Information On Miller's Landing Small Boat Tours
CLICK HERE
Visit The Alaska Sealife Center:
See sea life up close; visit research and rehabilitation
areas for marine wildlife; 15 aquariums for viewing; see
puffins, sea lions, and other marine wildlife. A unique
blend of research, rehabilitation, and education takes place
in this state-of-the-art facility. Watch Stellar sea lions
and river otters play; see harbor seals, walrus and puffins,
and beautiful sea birds. The Sealife Center is just 2 1/2
miles from Miller's Landing. Miller's Landing can make your
SeaLife Center Reservations and acquire your tickets for you
in advance. There is no charge for this service.
For Information On
Alaska SeaLife Center CLICK HERE
Visit Exit Glacier: Learn about the geology and
natural history of Kenai Fjords National park. Enjoy a
walking tour along the Park's nature trails to the face of
the glacier. Friendly
knowledgeable Park tour guides escort you on this nature tour.
The valley handles the waters of Resurrection River plus the run-off from the glacier and the gravel bed can be
completely covered with water during spring thaw! Exit Glacier
originates in the Harding Icefield - the largest icefield in the US - and
it has repositioned itself over the
years.
For more information on Exit Glacier
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Take Out a rental Boat:
Cruise Resurrection Bay on your own with your family in Miller’s Landing
skiffs with outboards on them, or go fishing! We have pole rentals too!
For more information CLICK HERE
Go Kayaking: Miller’s
Landing has kayak rentals for experienced kayakers and
kayak lessons for
those who want to learn. We recommend three major Kayak guides and
outfitters and We also Can Make Reservations and Provide Information On
All Kayaking Daytrips or Overnight Trips: Choose from 3 major kayaking
outfitters: Alaska Kayak Camping Company; or Sunny Cove Kayaking (both
operating on Lowell Point, next to Miller's Landing) or the Beautiful
Kayaker's Cove Wilderness Lodge.. we provide water taxi transportation
there.
 We also do kayak drop-offs with our charter boat to the Aialik
Bay area of the Kenai Fjords and the Northwestern Arm area. Full day
trips, half day trips, overnight and multi day trips are available.
Experience Alaska by paddling amongst whales, sea lions, sea otters and
more. See beautiful Kayaker's s Cove, Caines Head State Park, Spawning
Salmon Streams at Thumb Cove and Tonsina Beach. Fox Island and Aialik
Bay of the lovely Kenai Fjords are favorite kayaking trips too, and you
can even paddle from Miller's Landing to the Alaska SeaLife Center!
For more information CLICK HERE
Go On A Fishing Charter!:
Miller's Landing has two fishing charter boats ready to go every day for
halibut and salmon. We are the only outfit that has a lifelong
Alaskan homesteader as your Captain, who is very knowledgeable and
familiar with the surrounding waters. Enjoy Mike's homesteading tales
and appreciate his knowledge of fishing! Heated comfortable boats with
all gear and full electronics (bathroom too) are awaiting you. We
specialize in private charters with six or less, but can take larger
groups. If our boats are already full, we can recommend several good
fishing boats that may have openings. Ask about our discounted prices
for children and early booking discounts.! For more information
CLICK HERE
Take
the Miller’s Landing Water Taxi: Explore Remote Hiking, Fishing,
Kayaking and Camping areas only accessible by water. Visit our water
taxi section of the website for ideas on destinations. The water taxi
leaves Miller’s Landing every two hours. Or, just ride the water taxi
around for a great view of the bay!
For more information
CLICK HERE
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Go on our 4 hour Early Morning or 4 Hour Evening Sightseeing
Cruise of Resurrection Bay: This runs from 6 AM to 10 AM or from 5
PM to 9 PM and only takes up to 12 passengers.
For more information
CLICK HERE
Fish off the beach for salmon: Try Tonsina Beach or just out
in front of Lowell Point for good results. The Lowell Point waterfall is
another good area for king salmon! Miller’s Landing staff will be happy
to help you with where to fish and how to rig up your line.
We also
have Guided Shore Fishing Tours, your guide knows all the 'sweet spots'
around the bay and will be happy to share them with you. For more information
CLICK HERE |
Go flightseeing to Johnstone Bay:
Enjoy a day hiking, camping, kayaking, fishing, flying over glaciers in
a floatplane, landing in a glacier fed lake and paddling among the
icebergs in a kayak. It will be the highlight of your entire Alaskan
Holiday! For more information
CLICK HERE
Visit Godwin Glacier: This
is the adventure of a lifetime! Take a beautifully breathtaking narrated
tour over the lovely Kenai Fjords in a helicopter, and then... land on
Godwin Glacier (inaccessible other than by air). Meet Iditarod Dog
Racing Mushers and visit their dog team operations. Then go on a Dog
Mushing Ride on the Glacier! Miller's Landing will make your
reservations for you at no extra cost. For more information
CLICK HERE
Visit the Seavey's Iditarod Racing Team Summer Dog  Sled Rides and
Iditarod Sled Dog Tours: Take a look behind the scenes
at Mitch Seavey's Iditarod Racing Kennel where 60 sled dogs are
undergoing training for future Iditarod races. The enthusiasm of the
huskies will delight you as each one is harnessed and brought to the
team. Their power and spirit will amaze you. Step aboard their custom
wheeled sleds and your real Alaskan adventure begins. Your musher will
discuss training and racing techniques along the trail. A visit into the
puppy kennels will allow for great photo ops and a chance to cuddle an
adorable husky pup. Stand on the runners of a winter sled and try on the
actual racing gear as your guide imparts fascinating information about
all aspects of mushing. Imagine yourself in the mukluks of the men and
women who master the most physically and mentally demanding sport known
to man. All tours are guided by Iditarod and Junior Iditarod racers.
Miller's Landing will make your reservations for you at no extra cost.
 For more information
CLICK HERE
Go On the Real Alaska Tour With The Seavey's: Spend a day exploring the
best of Seward by land. A short drive will bring you to the Seavey
Homestead where three generations of Seavey's race and train sled dogs.
Experience the thrill of mushing through the forest behind a team of
world class sled dogs. Learn why the Iditarod truly is "The Last Great
Race on Earth". Puppies eagerly await your arrival.
A hearty lunch will be served at nearby Resurrection Roadhouse before
heading out to Exit Glacier, a major attraction of the Kenai Fjords
National Park. Enjoy a short guided walk along the nature trail that
takes you to the face of the glacial ice. Keep a lookout for mountain
goats, moose or a bear high up on the mountainside. Your next stop is
the Alaska SeaLife Center. A unique blend of research, rehabilitation
and education takes place in this state-of-the-art facility. Watch
Stellar sea lions, river otters, harbor seals, walrus and puffins play.
Lastly, take in the local sights and history as your tour guide takes
you through Seward before returning to your hotel, ship, or the Alaska
Railroad Depot. Miller's Landing can make all your reservations for the
Real Alaskan Tour. For more information
CLICK HERE
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Ride the Alaska Railroad Coastal Classic Train from Seward to
Anchorage: This is listed in many of the well known tour guides as one
of the best trips in Alaska for viewing wildlife and scenery. Miller's
Landing can make all your reservations and answer your questions about
this fascinating ride. For more information
CLICK HERE
Participate in the
Annual Seward Salmon Derby: It is one of the largest sporting events in
Alaska. It is held over 9 days (begins the second weekend in August and
lasts for 9 days.). The Derby has been going on for over 4 decades.
There are more than $250,000 in prizes for the Derby, including $10,000
in cash for the largest fish. Also part of the Derby are the
sought-after tagged silver salmon worth as much as $100,000. Prizes are
sponsored by merchants and the Chamber Of Commerce. Miller's Landing is
donating $2000 in prizes for the Derby. The town fills up fast for the
Derby so make reservations! Boat rentals, full and half day salmon
charters, water taxi services to remote fishing sites, and Derby tickets
are all available at Miller's Landing. Many of the winning fish over the
years have been caught right from the Miller's Landing area on Lowell
Point. Please
email us at Miller's Landing for more information about
the Seward Silver Salmon Derby.
Then there's the
Annual Seward Jackpot Halibut Tournament: The Seward Jackpot Halibut
Tournament will take place starting on May 15th and ending on August 1
for a total of eleven weeks. Prizes are sponsored by various merchants
and the Seward Chamber of Commerce. This is a growing event, drawing
sport fishermen from all over Alaska and other states to compete in
fishing for the largest halibut. There are over $20,000 in prizes to the
top finishers, with a weekly prize list that is a constant source of
interest and excitement to anglers. Prizes are donated by local
businesses. This year Miller's Landing has donated over $2000 in prizes
and is a top sponsor (platinum sponsor) for the Jackpot Halibut Derby.
Miller's Landing will be selling the Derby tickets at their campground
store. Please
email us at Miller's Landing for more information about
the Seward Jackpot Halibut Derby
What about the
Mount Marathon Race and 4th of July Festivities?: Seward goes all out on
the 4th of July with parades, festivities, greased pole contests, bands,
contests, and their famous Mount Marathon Race. This is a grueling test
for athletes to the top of Mount Marathon (elevation 3,022 feet) and
back down. The descent is so steep that it's part run, part jump, and
part slide. The race attracts competitors from all over the world, and
thousands of spectators line the route each year.
For more
information on the 4th Festivities and the Mount Marathon Race
CLICK HERE
OTHER HELPFUL INFORMATION ON HIKING, CAMPING &
FISHING:
Kenai Fjords National Park
Local Information Line: (907) 224-2132
or
Their web site
CLICK HERE
Chugach National
Forest Local Information Line: (907) 224-3374 or
Their web site
CLICK HERE
Find out
When Fish are In Resurrection Bay
What's that fish?
Fish ID & Regs
Miller's Landing hopes to make your stay as memorable as possible.
Please feel free to contact us by email or phone for any questions you
may have. Our friendly staff can assist you in planning the perfect
charter, outing, hike, kayak trip, water taxi, or tour. |
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Let Us Make The Reservations For You! We Can Book All
Tours In Seward For You And Most Major Tours In Denali,
Homer, Kenai, Anchorage, Whittier, Valdez, Juneau,
Glacier Bay, Talkeetna, Etc. Also Lodging For Most Major
Hotels. |
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