Things To Do In Seward Alaska "Attractions & Activities".

The Chugach National Forest - Roughly the same size as the states of Massachusetts and Rhode Island combined, the Chugach is the most northern of National Forests, only 500 miles south of the Arctic Circle.

Kenai Fjords National Park - The park's wildlife includes mountain goats, moose, bears, wolverines, marmots and other land mammals who have established themselves on a thin life zone between marine waters and the ice field's frozen edges. Bald eagles nest in the tops of spruce and hemlock trees. Thousands of seabirds, including puffins, kittiwakes, and murres seasonally inhabit the steep cliffs and rocky shores. Kayakers, fishermen, and visitors on tour boats share the park's waters with stellar sea lions, harbor seals, Dall porpoises, sea otters, humpback, killer and minke whales.

Caines Head State Recreation area: This is a scenic site of an abandoned World War II fort and can be reached by boat or foot from Seward. It is about six miles south of Seward. It is a four hour hike from Tonsina Point that needs to be done during low tide.

Lowell Point State Recreation site about halfway down the Tonsina Creek trail has outhouses and campsites. The remains of Fort McGilvray at the south beach garrison are fun to explore. There is a maze of underground rooms and passages that can be traversed by flashlight.

Float Plane Rides and Scenic Flights: Seward has an active airport on the edge of town and there are also floatplane services in the area that offer an Alaskan experience you don't want to miss.

Sea Life Center - The many exhibits at the Alaska Sea Life Center fascinate visitors by letting them view Alaskan marine ecosystems and provide opportunities to watch animals in naturalistic habitats as well as research settings.

Silver Salmon Derby: The Derby is held in August. Anglers from around the world try their luck at catching silvers and winning prizes totaling over $150,000. Included are daily prizes, mystery fish drawings, tagged fish worth up to $100,000 and prizes for the 50 heaviest silvers. Fish can be caught from shore or from a boat. Seward's silver salmon fishing is literally out of this world.

Polar Bear Jump: The jump is a fundraiser for the Alaska Division of the American Cancer Society. Jumpers find sponsors to donate money for the cause. On the third weekend in January, the jumpers some in costume, ready to jump into the chilly waters of Resurrection Bay.

Holiday Train: On a Saturday early in December Seward and the Alaska Railroad offer an exciting way to get in the holiday spirit. Travel in the railroad’s new dome cars and enjoy caroling, story telling and a surprise visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus bearing gifts for the children. Once in Seward you are free to take the free shuttle and enjoy shopping, dining, a cruise on the bay and the holiday festival. For information on pricing and reservations, contact the Alaska Railroad reservation line at 800-544-0552

Glacier viewing: You can drive or take a tour to nearby Exit Glacier and walk a paved path to view part of the massive Harding Ice Field. This may be one of the best views of a glacier on the Peninsula.

Fishing: Fishing almost all year long is a definite possibility in Seward. Salmon, ling cod and halibut can be found in the bay. Use your own private boat or enjoy going out on one of the many charters available at the harbor.

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