Hiking

Over 110 miles of hiking trails traverse the Kenai Refuge, ranging from easy front-country walks perfect for families to multi-day strenuous hikes into wilderness. These trails provide unique access, breathtaking vistas and great daytrip opportunities for visitors.

Learn about Hiking in Wilderness

Visit our Maps site to download maps of all the trails on the refuge.

For a list of Popular Day Hikes download our Refuge Reflections Visitor Guide.

Tips for Outdoor Safety

Day Hiking - What to Bring

Water and high-calorie food
Clothing: sturdy shoes, rain gear, and different layers which you can add or take off as needed. Wool and polar fleece are good choices because they keep you warm when wet.
Pocket knife
Map and compass
First aid kit
Waterproof matches
Whistle Pocketknife
Bug repellent
Sunglasses, sunscreen
Camera, binoculars, and field guides

Last Updated: Feb 26, 2013

What We Do

Bird Hotline

Report Bird Sightings! Did you see an interesting bird? One you've never seen before? Call the Bird Hotline at 262-2300.

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KenaiNational Wildlife Refuge | Alaska

Hiking

What We Do

Bird Hotline

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National Wildlife Refuge System

Department of the Interior

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