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docks on the way north by rail. Gold miners, trappers,
loggers, and fishermen made it a major transportation
centre. Seward continues to prosper in spite of two
devastating fires and the fateful 1964 Good Friday
earthquake, from which it has made a fantastic
recovery.
Fishing is a popular sport and for a real challenge,
anglers are encouraged to try salmon, halibut, or
bottom fishing in the Bay. Fishing from the Small
Boat Harbor floats or from the beaches can also
provide a few thrills. Fresh water fishing can be
enjoyed in nearby lakes and streams, easily accessible
by walking, driving, or flying. Charter boats can be
hired or boat launching facilities for private boats
are conveniently located. Sailing and diving are ever
increasing in popularity.
Hiking is available on the many US Forest Service
trails and in picturesque Kenai Fjords National
Park. Large numbers of wildlife, ranging from sea
mammals to mountain goats and sheep and a variety
of birds can be observed. Tern Lake with the Chugach Mountains
One campground is owned and maintained by
the city and offers restrooms, water, and a dump
station. The US Army and Air Force also maintains a precious gem tucked into the lush embrace of the
a campground for military personnel. Additional STERLING HWY 1 forest, sits Cooper Landing. Situated at the junction
services include private campgrounds, hotels, motels, of the Russian and Kenai Rivers, it is a place where
laundromats, public showers, and several restaurants Cooper Landing the call of songbirds and the gentle, lapping waves of
as well as a stocked grocery store. Location: Sterling Highway 1; 100 miles south the river form the soundtrack to a laid-back lifestyle.
Seward is home to some of Alaska’s finest year- of Anchorage, 45 miles north of Seward, 40 The area earns the nickname The Emerald because of
round sport fishing. Anglers have the chance to feel miles east of Soldotna. Population: 480. Visitor the flow of ultra-fine glacier silt into the river, which
the arm-burning power of a giant Pacific halibut, Information: Cooper Landing Chamber of tints the waters a stunning shade of green. During
fight an acrobatic silver (Coho) salmon, catch a Commerce and Visitors Bureau, P.O. Box 809, the summer, the area hums with activity as sport
trophy lingcod, or troll for Alaska’s renowned King Mile 48.7 of Sterling Hwy, Cooper Landing, AK fisherman from all over the world, vie for that trophy
(Chinook) salmon. 99572, Phone: (907) 595-8888; Email: info@ worthy catch of rainbow trout or salmon. Fertile
The uniqueness to fishing Seward lies in the cooperlandingchamber.com. fishing attracts bears, so anglers must keep a watch
approximately 30 fishing charters ready to offer the over their catch because forest creatures have been
fishing trip of a lifetime, with half-day or all day Nestled in the middle of the Kenai Peninsula, like known to dine and dash.

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