Visit Soldotna

Welcome to Soldotna! Located just 140 miles via scenic, paved highway from Anchorage, Soldotna is the central hub of the Kenai Peninsula. Soldotna borders the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge and other nearby state park lands that are rich in wildlife, home to moose, caribou, brown and black bear, wolves, dall sheep, mountain goats, eagles, swans, ducks, geese, birds, and of course home to one of the best salmon fisheries in the world! Home to the world’s largest King Salmon and where the famous Kenai River flows! Join us in Soldotna for world class fishing and fabulous accommodations. With Soldotna as your home base while visiting Alaska's Kenai Peninsula, you’ll enjoy the best Alaska has to offer right at your doorstep. The list of activities you will enjoy during your trip are endless! Wildlife viewing, flightseeing, flyout fishing and bear viewing, bird watching, horseback riding, canoe and hiking trips, winter recreation, shopping, gourmet dining and more await you in Soldotna, Alaska! Stop by the Visitor Center for information and brochures on the area, view a variety of animal exhibits, including the world record King Salmon, or take a walk along the Kenai River on our elevated boardwalk.