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Kenai Backcountry Lodge

P.O. Box 389 Girdwood, AK 99587 Girdwood, Alaska 99587 - show map

Authentic Alaska Wilderness Experiences

Resting along the shores of a glacier-carved lake and accessible only by boat, Kenai Backcountry Lodge is an Alaska destination that stands out from all the rest. Surrounded by the two million acres that make up the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge, the Kenai Backcountry Lodge is the epitome of a rustic and secluded vacation experience. Their all-inclusive and guided adventures ensure your complete comfort, safety, and excitement no matter how you choose to spend your time. Explore the beautiful Cottonwood Trail on a guided hiking trip that takes you through the lush mountain forests. Bask in the stunning views of Skilak Lake from the top of the trail and learn all about the local plants along the way. As one of the properties under Alaska Wildland Adventures, you also get the choice to join in on a variety of spectacular adventures that span up to a week or more and offer everything from hikes in the Kenai Fjords & Denali National Forests to rafting the Kenai River. With three hearty meals every day, a wood-fired sauna and screen-porch gazebo for relaxing, and your own private cabin to call home, there's no reason why you should say no to vacation at Kenai Backcountry Lodge.

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The all-inclusive experience at Kenai Backcountry Lodge makes it a fantastic home base for all your Alaska adventures. Included with your getaway is not just the comfort of a cozy cabin that offers stunning views, private baths and can sleep up to four, but also three magnificent meals each day that is prepared by their professional chef and feature only local, organic, and sustainable food sources. On top of all that, you can experience their guided adventures through the Kenai Peninsula wilderness that get you ready with the best gear and equipment and provide beverages and meals to keep you energized. There's no better way to experience the wonders of Alaska than this!
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Open Dates
  • Jun 1 to Sep 1
Property Size
  • 9 units
Nearby City
  • Cooper Landing
Nearby Water
  • Skilak Lake
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  • Sauna
Food & Drink
  • Bar
  • Gourmet Dining
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  • Deck
Activities
  • Photography
  • Bird Watching
  • Boating & Watercraft
  • Canoeing
  • Fire Pit(s)
  • Hiking
  • Kayaking
  • Wildlife & Nature
  • Whitewater Rafting
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  • Children Welcome
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Alaska 11-Day Grand Journey

Our most comprehensive adventure, the Alaska Grand Adventure features stays at all three of Alaska Wildland Adventures’ deluxe wilderness lodges on the Kenai Peninsula, showing travelers the full beauty of riverside, backcountry and seacoast Alaska. Explore Alaska at a relaxed pace with activities including a marine wildlife and glacier cruise in Kenai Fjords National Park; hiking to alpine tundra to take in amazing views of a glacier-carved lake; kayaking among glacier bergs; and more!

This trip also includes exploration of Denali National Park – with opportunities to gain memorable perspectives of the Alaska Range and Denali – followed by a luxurious journey back to Anchorage aboard the first-class Alaska Railroad Goldstar cars.Deep discounts like this don’t come around often on our Grand Journeys. Don’t miss out! 

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Ultimate Alaska Adventure

Featuring the widest range of unique activities, the Ultimate Alaska Adventure is the perfect blend of backcountry exploring and cozy accommodations in wild Alaska! Authentically Alaskan activities include a helicopter landing on glacial snowpack for a real Alaskan dogsled ride; a once-in-a-lifetime glacier hiking adventure to safely explore couloirs and other geographical features; a sea kayaking experience deep inside Kenai Fjords National Park; and more!

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3-Lodge Combo Package

Our Alaska Rivers, Backcountry and Fjords Vacation seamlessly combines stays at all three of our Alaska Wildland Adventures wilderness lodges for a trip that highlights the beautiful Kenai River; wild, backcountry Alaska; and the stunning and rugged seacoast. Trip lengths and activities are customizable: choose a trip from five to seven days (or more) and have the flexibility of choosing your trip dates! Round trip ground transportation, accommodations, activities and delicious meals are included to make this an independent but seamless adventure!

 

Kenai Riverside Lodge sits on the banks of the turquoise Kenai River. You can choose to hike the myriad of trails in the mountains or spend the day on the river, floating the gentle Class I – II+ waters as you seek out moose, bears, eagles and more. Kenai Backcountry Lodge is located in the heart of Kenai National Wildlife Refuge on the shores of glacier-carved Skilak Lake. Activities are designed to highlight the stunning landscape, including the magnificent Cottonwood Trail overlooking the surrounding mountains and lake below. Kenai Fjords Glacier Lodge is the only lodge in Kenai Fjords National Park. Activities include kayaking near glaciers, canoe explorations of Pedersen Lagoon and hiking to stunning vistas of Aialik Bay.

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Kenai Multisport Vacation

Our Kenai Multisport Vacation seamlessly combines stays at Kenai Riverside Lodge and Kenai Backcountry Lodge for a trip that highlights the beautiful Kenai River and wild, backcountry Alaska. Trip lengths and activities are customizable: choose a trip from three to five days (or more) and have the flexibility of choosing your trip dates. Round trip ground transportation, accommodations, activities and delicious meals are included to make this an independent but seamless adventure!

 

Kenai Riverside Lodge sits on the banks of the turquoise waters of the Kenai River in the Chugach National Forest. You can choose to hike the myriad of trails in the mountains, from a casual stroll to an all-day climb, or spend the day on the river, floating the Kenai through gentle Class I – II+ waters as you seek out moose, bears, eagles and more. Kenai Backcountry Lodge is located in the heart of Kenai National Wildlife Refuge on the shores of glacier-carved Skilak Lake. Activities are designed to highlight the stunning landscape, including the magnificent Cottonwood Trail overlooking the surrounding mountains and lake below.

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