Seward Travel Guide

Seward is found on the Gulf of Alaska on Resurrection Bay and is a great spot for exploring outdoors. From fishing and hiking to spectacular scenery, Seward is a fantastic getaway. Plus, with a famous fishing industry, menus in Seward are generally packed with delicious and fresh seafood.

Things to Do in Seward

One of the top things to do in Seward is go on an adventure in Kenai Fjords National Park. Home to amazing hikes, the park has plenty of opportunities to spot wildlife, as well as glaciers and fjords. Oh, and keep an eye out for killer whales, sea lions, and puffins too. The Mt. Marathon Trail is also a favorite with hikers, as well as Exit Glacier Trail where visitors can see a spectacular glacier

Over on Resurrection Bay, water-enthusiasts can enjoy kayaking and canoeing, while fishing-lovers can try their hand at a catch. Fly fishing for salmon is particularly popular at Ptarmagin Creek and going and on the Kenai River.

Best Time to Visit Seward

The best time to visit Seward is during the summer from mid-May to September.

Cabins in Seward

The picturesque town of Seward Alaska overlooks Resurrection Bay, on the Kenai Peninsula, surrounded by towering snow-capped mountains. Mount Marathon is the most famous of these peaks, and has been drawing visitors for years, aking to the Harding Ice Field. Other nearby scenic areas worth exploring are Kenai Fjords National Park, the Chugach National Forest, and Caines Head State Recreation Area. The famous Exit Glacier trail is a unique chance to see a glacier up-close.

Downtown Seward is a bustling area, full of cozy cafes, museums, and a small boat harbor. Humpbacks, orcas, harbor seals, puffins, and the salmon spawn can all be found in the waters, and bears are often spotted in the slopes above.

Seward cabin rentals tend to be located in town or on the waterfront, many which have a full kitchen, queen beds, and more.