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Beluga Lookout Lodge & RV Park in old Town Kenai. View sites overlooking Cook Inlet and the Kenai River. Full hookups, pull-throughs, free Wi-fi, TV. 929 Mission Ave. 907-283-5999

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Explore the City of Kenai’s 350 acres of parks and open spaces or spend a day fishing the world-famous Kenai River. Self-guided Old Town Walking Tour starts at the Visitors Center and features American and Russian landmarks. It will take you through Old Town Kenai to explore its history and culture including these highlights: The Russian Orthodox Church, a National Historic Landmark, which was built in 1894 and is still used for regular services today. This is the oldest Orthodox Church on mainland Alaska. Kenai Cabin Park consists of five historical cabins moved here and lovingly restored by members of the Kenai Historical Society. The cabins contain photos and objects of historical significance. The 75 mm Howitzer cannon from World War 1, on display near the cabins, was given to the city of Kenai by the Wildwood Military base, which has since become a Correctional facility. Moosemeat John’s Cabin is near the Visitor Center and also part of the walking tour. Named for the owner’s success in hunting moose to feed his family of 13 children. Fort Kenay was built by the U.S. Army in 1869 and housed more than 100 soldiers. In 1967 the fort was reconstructed as part of the Alaska Centennial celebrations. Kenai Beach is a popular spot for fishing and camping in the summer. Located at the end of Spruce Street.

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Ninilchik lies on the west coast of the Kenai Peninsula on the Sterling Highway.

The first permanent European residents of Ninilchik were Russians who moved here in 1847 from Kodiak. A school was built nine years later and a church was established. The existing church was designed and built in its present location, in 1901, to replace the original.

The panoramic view across Cook Inlet takes in an active volcano range. On a clear day, Mt. Augustine is seen to the far left, with Mt. Iliamna, Mt. Redoubt, and Mt. Spur to the right.

Beaches, rivers and boat launches provide access to Cook Inlet for salmon and halibut fishing. There are several excellent charter services available to help you access some of the best saltwater fishing in Alaska.

The Ninilchik of today combines the rich heritage of its original families and homesteaders. Residents enjoy the small town pace of life as well as the beautiful scenery, and the freedom to be Alaskans.

Several old boats on the beach are a testament to Ninilchik’s fishing history