Aspen Hotels – SoldotnaSoldotna is an Alaskan city better known for its fishing opportunities and water activities. But this city offers much more than that; it has several parks and campgrounds like Centennial Park Campground, Soldotna Creek Park, and Swiftwater Park Campground, among others. If you’re not outdoorsy, Soldotna offers some cultural sites like the Soldotna Historical Society…
Category Archives: About Soldotna
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Soldotna’s Museums
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Kasilof River
Located 12 miles south of the Kenai River and Soldotna, the Kasilof River is a glacier-fed river that stretches from Tustumena Lake (the largest Kenai Peninsula Lake) to Cook inlet for 17 miles. This river is often referred to as the Kenai River’s little brother even tho it is way more glacially turbid than the…
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Soldotna Public Library: Fun Activities at Home
All bookworms visiting Soldotna would want to stop by the Soldotna Public Library in 235 N. Binkley Street to get a glimpse of the plethora of reading materials and join in some fun and exciting events. The facility offers different events almost every week. Activities for Children Go and grab you kids, visit the Public…
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Salmon Run Series
The popular series is held throughout the summer in Soldotna, with a number of dates in July. It was founded by local Allie Ostrander in 2012 as part of the Caring for Kenai Contest. However, Allie didn’t settle for a silver prize and just an idea—she brought her dream to life. The Salmon Run…
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Summer Solstice Events
On summer solstice, June 21, Anchorage gets an incredible 22 hours of daylight—and the city makes the most of all that sunshine. Massive celebrations take place around the town, and there’s truly something for everyone. The major downtown celebration takes place on June 23 with the annual Solstice Festival and Hero Games, where Town…
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Don’t Miss the Salmon Derby
The city’s only king salmon fishing derby takes place June 8 – 17, and it’s where catching the big one can also mean reeling in some big prizes. Anyone can join the Downtown Soup Kitchen’s Slam’n Salm’n Derby, where you’ll go up against the town to snag the biggest king salmon. Derby tickets are…
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Central Peninsula Garden Club Workshops
Whether you consider your thumb green or black, the Central Peninsula Garden Club Workshops include a variety of programs to help you get outdoors and learn more about gardening. Now that summer is right around the corner, there’s no better time to get to know the beauty of the Kenai Peninsula than by literally…
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New Indie Book Features Soldotna
Ooligan Press was the first working general trade publishing house in the country housed within a university and operated as a “teaching press.” Located at Portland State University in Oregon, Ooligan has a knack for picking premium manuscripts out of a mounting slush pile to reveal fantastic literary fiction. Just released is The Ocean…
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Fur Rondy Day Trip
Weather permitting, the 150-mile journey to Fairbanks is well worth it for the annual Fur Rondy (Fur Rendezvous) February 23 – March 4. It has been one of the biggest, most popular events in Alaska since 1935. The “Rondy” is an homage to the pioneering spirit of the state and offers fun for the entire…
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Soldotna Creek Park
June is the perfect time to take advantage of the Kenai River, and Soldotna Creek Park is a favorite destination to start your adventure. Right off of Sterling Highway, you’ll instantly feel immersed in the Alaskan wild. With five acres to explore, it’s a fisherman’s paradise, but you certainly don’t need to be looking…
