Post by Admin on Dec 15, 2011 14:35:29 GMT -5
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About Seward:
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, or by bus, air, or cruise ship.
Upon your arrival you will discover our bustling harbor and historic downtown district filled with quaint shops and art galleries.
xperience 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 machine adventures.
At 3,022 feet, towering Mt. Marathon provides a breathtaking 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.
What to do in Seward:
With so much to do, you will fill your vacation with unmatched memories. If you want play on the water, opt for a kayak tour, a sailing adventure, or some world-class fishing for halibut, salmon, or other local species.
From a bird's-eye view, Seward's spectacular scenery is unmatched. Glacial lakes, the Harding Icefield, and other treasures will give you an appreciation for Alaska like no other!Flight-seeing options include scenic trips or flights in combination with dog-sledding and kayak adventures.
Kenai Fjords National Park is a Seward treasure, and visitors can experience the Park on a day cruise or by foot at Exit Glacier. After taking in the scenic wonders, peer eye to eye with the marine life that shares our environment at the Alaska SeaLife Center.
Hikers will come to treasure the Seward area for the myriad of trails. Whether seeking to explore beyond the tree line or some quiet in a forested are, Seward's hiking trails offer something for all abilities and interests. Many trails can be explored by bicycle, and the Seward Municipal Bike Path, right along the shore, is an easy way to travel through town.
For in-town explorations, see if you can find all of the hand-painted murals - Seward was named the Mural Capital of Alaska in 2009. Stop into the local art galleries or the museum for some local flavor. Or join the locals at the movies or a live musical performance.
Located just 120 miles south of Anchorage at the end of the Seward Highway All American Road, Seward is the perfect destination to enjoy all that Alaska has to offer.
Check out the Visit Seward! section for itinerary ideas. Once you have some ideas, our business directory will help you reach those members who can help you experience Seward your way.
City of Seward
5th & Adams St.
PO Box 167
Seward, AK 99664
907-224-3331
www.CityofSeward.net