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Getting Here

Getting to Seward

You can get to Seward by automobile, by the Alaskan Railroad, or by deluxe motorcoach service. A complementary shuttle service connects the rail depot, municipal airport, and public parking with the small boat harbor. If you'll be driving, you may want to download and print our map for reference.

If you haven't yet decided how you'll be getting to Seward, we're happy to make travel reservations for you — just call us (1-877-777-4079) and one of our Alaska travel specialists can help you book rail or motorcoach travel.

Getting to Fox Island

Transport to the Lodge is provided courtesy of our sister company, Kenai Fjords Tours. You should plan on arriving at the Kenai Fjords Tours office in the Seward small boat harbor no later than one hour prior to departure on check-in day, to ensure that your connection is made!

Motion Sickness

There's no getting around it—a small percentage of people just don't do well on boats; even though ours are some of the most modern, stable, comfortable tour vessels made, if you think you might be susceptible to motion sickness, we recommend asking your physician about prescription and OTC medications that might alleviate any discomfort, so that you can enjoy your tour to the fullest!

The Weather

From Spring through Fall, be prepared for temperatures ranging from 50° to 70°F, with the ever-present possibility of rain and wind. You'll certainly be cruising the bay, and might well do a spot of hiking, kayaking, beachcombing, or late-night campfire sitting…It's always a good idea to dress in layers so that you can adjust as needed.

Activities

All Lodge guests will embark on either Kenai Fjords Tours’ Resurrection Bay Tour, 6-hour National Park Tour, or 9-hour Northwestern Fjord Tour on their day of departure. The experience is included in your transportation off the island. The Northwestern Fjord Tour is our longest cruise, traveling deep into Kenai Fjords National Park.

Fox Island Escape guests enjoy a six-hour sea kayaking excursion as part of their stay. If you're an overnight guest, you might consider booking a 2-3 hour kayaking trip as an add-on experience.

What to Bring

A daypack
A moisture-wicking base layer garment (not cotton).
A medium-weight middle layer garment, such as a fleece or sweater.
A waterproof, breathable outer layer.
Sunglasses
Hat
Binoculars
Camera!
Walking shoes

Downloads

Map of Kenai Peninsula and attractions (1.8 MB)
Parking in Seward (184 KB)
Map of Kenai Fjords Tours routes (635 KB)

Contact Info

For booking questions, please call our toll-free reservations line in Anchorage: (877) 777-4053.
To contact Kenai Fjords Lodge directly, call the Kenai Fjords Tours front desk at (907) 224-8068.

Letters via USPS should be sent c/o:

Kenai Fjords Wilderness Lodge
P.O. Box 1889
Seward AK 99664

Packages, via UPS or FedEx, c/o:

Kenai Fjords Wilderness Lodge
1304 4th Ave.
Seward AK 99664