Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Kachemak Bay adventure.
Boat or fly out for a camping adventure in Alaskaâs first state park. Â
Accessible only by boat or plane, Kachemak Bay State Park—Alaskaâs first state park—offers 400,000 acres of preserved wilderness, with ample hiking, fishing, wildlife spotting, and kayaking. Over 85 miles of trails run through the park, with hiking routes that lead through forests and out to glaciers, plus a hand-operated cable car for the willing and brave. You can camp in most of the park, and there are designated campsites with fire rings, picnic tables, toilets, bear lockers, and tent platforms. There are also a few cabins and yurts for those who want more creature comforts.
Kachemak Bay State Park is very much a summer destination, and access is limited during the long snowy winters. Opening dates vary depending on snow conditions, but the park is generally open from the middle of May until the beginning of September. Temperatures are at their warmest in July and August, but always be prepared for sudden and extreme weather changes.