Kenai /Soldotna Area Outdoor Activities

Soldotna Creek Park: Riverside park with playground equipment, picnic areas, fishing platforms, and the Kenai River Boardwalk. Home to Wednesday markets in summer and various community events.
- Located at 251 States Avenue, Soldotna, Alaska 99669 Phone # (907) 262-3151
Swiftwater Park: Features river access (Kenai River), picnic tables, and walking trails along the Kenai River. There is a boat launch and 40 campsites that are first come first serve. People report catching Sockeye, Silver, Pink, and even King Salmon at this location.
- Located at 675 Swiftwater Park Road, Soldotna, Alaska 99669
Farnsworth Park: Baseball fields, playground, pavilions, and open spaces for family games.
- Located at 148 S. Birch Street, Soldotna, Alaska 99669 PH. (907) 262-3151

Kenai Municipal Park: Large playground, sports fields, sand volleyball courts, picnic areas, walking paths, and beach access.
- 301 South Forest Drive, Kenai, Alaska 99611
Erik Hansen Scout Park: Picnic facilities and access to the Kenai River. This is a small park with big views!
- Located at 913 Mission Avenue, Kenai Alaska 99611
Kenai South Beach: Open space with views of Cook Inlet and Mount Redoubt. On a clear day, it is possible to see up to 5 volcanoes from this beach. It is dog friendly.
- End of Old Cannery Road, Kenai Alaska 99611

Tsalteshi Trails: 15 miles of well-maintained trails for all skill levels. Great for mountain biking, running and hiking in summer and snowshoeing/skiing in winter.
- Location: There is more than one trailhead. Click here for more information. tsalteshi.org
Keen Eye Nature Trail: Short, kid-friendly interpretive trail at the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center.
- Location of Kenai National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center: 33398 Ski Hill Road, Soldotna Alaska 99669 ph: (907) 260-2820
- Click here for Trail Map

Kenai River Trail: Easy riverside trail with excellent wildlife viewing. Moose, eagles, mergansers, river otter, beaver, and even bears might be along this trail.
- Click here for the Trail Map and additional information
Unity Trail – this kid friendly trail is paved and great for walking, running, jogging, biking, rollerblading, and even strollers and wagons. It’s almost 9 miles and has beautiful views, benches, and parks along the trail.
- Bridge Access/ Kenai Spur Highway, Kenai, Alaska 99611
Kenai Spur Highway Bike Path: Paved multi-use trail perfect for family bike rides.

Centennial Park Campground: Public bank fishing access with facilities.
Funny River Road: Several public access points for fishing.
Bing’s Landing: Well-maintained fishing access with restrooms and picnic areas.
The Pillars: Unique geological formation with shore fishing opportunities.

Kenai City Beach: Wide sandy beach with driftwood, beachcombing, and views of Cook Inlet and volcanoes.
Captain Cook State Recreation Area: Beautiful beaches with tide pooling opportunities.
Kalifornsky Beach: Long stretch of coastline perfect for walks and collecting shells.
Nikiski Beach: North of Kenai with unique coastal views and occasional beluga whale sightings.

Kenai Peninsula Food Bank Garden: Community garden with flowers and vegetables (seasonal guided tours).
Alaska Wildflower Garden: Private garden open to visitors with native Alaskan species.
Hidden Lake Overlook: Seasonal wildflower displays alongside the lake view.
Marathon Road Meadows: Wild iris fields and mixed wildflowers in early summer.

Dipnetting: Family dipnetting at the mouth of the Kenai River (Alaska residents only).
Berry Picking: Public lands with blueberry, cranberry, and crowberry picking.
Midnight Sun Activities: Special evening programs and extended hours at parks.

Kenai River Center: Educational exhibits about river ecosystems and salmon.
K-Beach Agricultural Area: Farm tours and u-pick opportunities.
Kenai Cultural Center Outdoor Exhibits: Native plant garden and historical displays.
Kenai Watershed Forum Programs: Family-oriented nature programs and guided walks.