| Situated at the head of Resurrection Bay on the Kenai Peninsula,Seward is one of Alaska's oldest and most scenic communities. Known as the "Gateway to Kenai Fjords National Park" Seward is a picturesque town located 126 miles south of Anchorage. Visitors can easily reach us via the Seward Highway Scenic Byway, the Alaska Railroad, bus, air, or cruise ship.Upon arrival, visitors will discover a bustling harbor and historic downtown district filled with shops and art galleries. In Seward, visitors can experience trophy sport fishing, glacier and wildlife cruises, sailing, hiking, kayaking, flight seeing, summer dog sled rides, and more. Seward is also a winter wonderland offering cross-country skiing and snow mobile adventures.At 3,022 feet, Mt. Marathon provides a backdrop for the town. Behind Mt. Marathon and extending down the coast lies the Harding Icefield, measuring 35 by 20 miles. Flowing from the Harding Icefield are many glaciers, eight of which are tidewater glaciers, calving icebergs into the sea, reaching the coastline between Seward and Homer.A wide range of accommodations, restaurants, RV parks, tent camping, and visitor services are available. Everywhere in Seward visitors will find friendly hospitality and a sense of pride among the residents. |
