Soldotna
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oldotna is the central hub of the Kenai Peninsula and is located just 150 miles from Anchorage via the Seward and Sterling Highways. Unlike most towns in Alaska, which were founded during the gold rushes, Soldotna was settled around 1947 by homesteaders. The world famous Kenai River is one of Soldotna’s main attractions. In 1985, local resident, Les Anderson, caught a rod-andreel world-record king salmon in the Kenai River. It weighed in at 97 pounds, four ounces and is on display at the Soldotna Visitor Center. While visiting Soldotna, stop by one of three open air markets to get a taste of life on the Kenai Peninsula. Tuesday is the Farmers Fresh Market, 3am-6pm at 33955 Community College Dr. The Wednesday
Market is 11am-9pm at Soldotna Creek Park, with a free concert from 6-9pm. Saturday is the Central Kenai Peninsula Farmers Market from 10am-2pm at the corner of the Spur Hwy and Corral Street.
Visitor Info Soldotna Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center is just south of the Kenai River Bridge. They have the world record King Salmon on display, as well as brochures, maps and information on local activities and events. The Visitor Center offers a fishing rod & binocular loan program. Open 9am-7pm, daily in the summer. Also located within the Visitor Center is the Logo Shop with souvenirs, Soldotna logo apparel and more. 907-262-9814
WELCOME TO SOLDOTNA, ALASKA! 200+ Riverside Campsites
on the World Famous Kenai River. Stop by the Visitor Center at 44790 Sterling Hwy. for information and brochures on the area, and view a variety of exhibits, including the
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