Destinations & Info
Kachemak Bay State Park is Alaska’s first state park. The park has close to 400,000 acres of mountains, forests, glaciers, rivers and beaches. Many of the park’s attractions include Grewingk Glacier, Halibut Cove Lagoon, China Poot Lake and Poot Peak. There are numerous campsites and cabins to rent for overnights stays. For hiking or camping in the park, or just spending an afternoon strolling along a secluded beach exploring tide-pools, Sunrunner Water Taxi will get you there safely.
Check links below for more information.
Kachemak Bay Destinations
- Bear Cove -
- China Poot Bay -
- State Park Trail Heads -
- Gull Island -
- Halibut Cove -
- Jakolof Bay Public Dock -
- Seldovia -
Trail Guides
Please view the Division of Parks & Outdoor Recreation’s State Parks and Trails Guides for more information regarding each trail. Each guide provides a variety of intimation about a particular trail, access point, difficulty, length and information.
Trail Reports & Conditions
For the latest information reguarding Trail Reports & Park Conditions please visit the Divsion of Parks & Outdoor Recreation.
Helpful Links
Friends of Kachemak Bay
The Friends of Kachemak Bay State Park is a non-profit organization founded in 1999 to promote the enhancement, preservation and protection of Kachemak Bay State Park.
Public Use Cabins
Alaska State Parks offers more than 80 recreational cabins for use by the public. The cabins are located along trails and near remote lakes, streams, and saltwater beaches.
Alaska Yurt Rentals.
Alaska Yurt Rentals are spread across the Kachemak Bay State Park. Almost all are at, or very close to a Trailhead. Most will require a Water Taxi to access.