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TOP WEBSITE IN ALASKA - LODGING CATEGORY
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GWIN'S LODGE
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KENAI PENINSULA CHARTER BOOKING SERVICE
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FODOR'S
FROMMERS
LONELY PLANET
ALASKA BEST PLACES
BELL'S TRAVEL GUIDE
USA TODAY NEWSPAPER
MILEPOST RECIPE BOOK
ALASKA ADVENTURE GUIDE
MOON HANDBOOKS - ALASKA
PAMELA LANIER'S B&B; GUIDE
SEWARD, ALASKA VISITORS GUIDE
AMERICAN & CANADIAN B&B; GUIDE
KENAI - ANCHORAGE COMPANION GUIDE
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Gwin's-Along Kenai In The Chugach National Forest |
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Gwin's Lodge - Along The Banks Of The Kenai River |
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Looking Down The Upper Kenai River Towards Gwin's |
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Drifting The Fall Colored Upper Kenai River Valley |
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Gwin's Lodge Roadhouse (Restored) - Today |
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Gwin's Lodge Roadhouse - Circa 1960 |
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Gwin's Lodge Watercolor-Circa 1996 (Dorothy Hook) |
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Deluxe Chalet - Exterior |
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Deluxe Chalet - Interior |
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Welcome to historic Gwin's Lodge, one of Alaska's oldest traditionally built log roadhouse lodges. Celebrating it's 55th year of service in 2006, Gwin's is built from Spruce logs harvested from the surrounding Chugach National Forest, and is a Kenai Peninsula landmark. Cutting, hauling and hand-peeling the logs in true pioneer fashion, Pat and Helen Gwin completed and opened the lodge on January 1, 1952. The lodge and our guest cabins were restored to their original condition in 1995 and in 2005. Located at the absolute heart of the Kenai Peninsula and along a portion of the Sterling Highway designated an "Alaskan Scenic Byway", Gwin's is the closest full-service lodge to the Kenai & Russian River's Confluence, the most productive Sockeye (Red) Salmon sport-fishery on Earth and the finest road accessible Rainbow Trout fishery in Alaska. The "Old Russian River Ferry", the predecessor to the current tethered barge of this world renown fishery, proudly rests besides Gwin's Lodge, restored by our staff in 1995 and in 2003 to it's original 1940's forest green colors. Together, the lodge and the ferry represent the pioneer spirit of a bygone era that independent Alaskans and visitors alike seek during visits to the beautiful Upper Kenai River area.
For over half a century, Gwin's Lodge, has been a rest haven and access hub for enjoying outdoor recreation activities on the beautiful and bountiful Kenai Peninsula. Abundant wildlife and Alaska flora abound in nearby forests while the aqua, glacial waters of the Kenai River and the gin-clear waters of the Russian River that flank Gwin's Lodge are among the best Salmon and Rainbow Trout fisheries in the world. Visit our fishing tackle shop & store to buy fishing gear, shop one of the Kenai Peninsula's best embroidered clothing showrooms, or book from a wide selection of exciting river, marine, and remote, fly-in sportfishing; fly-in bearviewing & salmon fishing combos; river rafting; scenic/wildlife viewing rafting, whitewater rafting; flightseeing; Kenai Fjords cruises; horseback riding; helo fly-in dogsled tours; & kayaking tours.
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NEW SERVICE!!!
Bring your laptop computer (w/ B-Band wireless antenna) to connect globally to send friends and family real-time photos and stories of your "Alaskan Vacation" --- all from the comfort and privacy of your cabin!!! Still one of the few Wi-Fi "hotspots" on the Kenai Peninsula!!!
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Gwin's Guest w/ Trophy-Sized Rainbow Trout |
More & more, our guests are staying with us longer recognizing the our central location, the region's improved highways, and the time they can save staying with us to avoid repeatedly packing and re-packing to better experience the Kenai Peninsula. Our great location also permits our guests to go on a morning charter and, on their return, still have the latter part of the day/evening to quickly go fishing via the nearby Russian River Ferry or Russian River Campground Parking Lots. |
Gwin's Guests w/ Russian River Sockeye Salmon |
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Historic Restored 40's Pioneer Built Log Roadhouse |
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Founder & Ex-Owner/Manager Helen Gwin w/ Bob Siter |
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Remote, Fly-In Bearviewing & Salmon Fishing Combos |
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Kenai River Driftboat Only Rainbow Trout Fishing |
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Sixmile Creek Class III - V Whitewater Rafting |
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Upper Kenai River Scenic Rafting |
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Kenai & Kasilof Rivers King Salmon Charters |
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Seward, Ninilchik, & Homer Halibut Charters |
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Kenai Peninsula Flightseeing |
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Kenai Fjords Cruises & Dinner Cruises |
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Russian Lakes & Crescent Lake Mountain Biking |
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Helicopter fly-in to Glacier Based Dogsled Mushing |
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Northmost Covered Bridge In North America |
The northernmost covered bridge ever built in North America was less than a mile from Gwin's Lodge. The Schooner Bend Covered Bridge, built over the Kenai River in 1929, was at the bend of the river near the road into the Russian River Campground. Also called the "trysting bridge" for the romatic liaisons that occurred there. Only 7 miles of road existed, running from Cooper Landing to the Russian River. The bridge was removed in 1955 and replaced by the current bridge just west of Gwin's. |
Cooper Landing Overlook From Cecil Rhode Mtn |
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The store also has the best array of sport-fishing logo embroidered garments on the Kenai Peninsula. The large clothing section has high quality fleece-lined jackets, polar fleece jackets and vests, sweatshirts, long-sleeve Henley's, mock turtle necks, T-shirts, hats, and suspenders. Whether purchased for yourself or as gifts for family and friends, the "Alaska", "Kenai River Alaska", "Russian River, Alaska"; and "Gwin's Lodge" name dropped sport fishing and scenery embroidered will remind you of this beautiful section of Alaska. Don't forget to take the Gwin's Lodge Store coupon from the Restaurant place-mat, over to the store to save 10% off your purchases.
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Embroidered Vests & Jackets |
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Embroidered Sweatshirts, T-Necks, & T-Shirts |
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Gwin's Lodge's exclusive 24 hour/day restaurant and store/fishing tackle shop summer season hours provides convenient support for the area's around-the-clock fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities. Gwin's was selected in 2000 by "USA Today" newspaper as a Top 50 "America's Best Plates" Restaurant. Gwin's was also once again a repeat selection in 2005 by "Alaska Best Places" Travel Guide as the top restaurant on the Northern Kenai Peninsula. Gwin's roadhouse restaurant's delicious homemade food is also prepared around the clock to meet the discriminating tastes of our dining guests. From the soups, chowders, chili's, quiches, salsas, entrees, and desserts, everything at Gwin's Roadhouse Restaurant & Bar is homemade for your enjoyment. Whether you come for an extended Kenai Peninsula adventure or just stop in for a quality meal, we look forward to your time with us at historic Gwin's Lodge.
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The Famous Gwin's Roadhouse Restaurant & Bar |
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Gwin's Lodge Restaurant's Nice Rustic Log Interior |
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Actor Jim Belushi Visits Gwin's Roadhouse |
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Jim Belushi Says Hello To Surprised Guests |
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RUSTY'S KENAI KETTLE KORN SHOP
Enjoy freshly popped and coated kettle korn at Rusty's new shop located adjacent to the very popular Landing Latte Espresso Shop.
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LANDING LATTE DRIVE-UP & WALK-UP SERVICE
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Now in it's 3rd season at Gwin's Lodge, Landing Latte, the most experienced (11 total years)and finest quality espresso service in the Cooper Landing area, continues it's outstanding service. Landing Latte will once again this summer have 24 hours/day service hours to support highway travelers as well as the nearby Russian Rivers' "around-the-clock" sport fishing enthusiasts.
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ALASKA / REGIONAL / LOCAL MAP INFORMATION
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"TRAVEL IN THE KNOW" PROGRAM
The Alaska Department of Transportation has introduced 511 "Travel In The Know", a telephone and Internet service to help travelers access continually updated travel information. The following types of information are available:
Weather-related Road Conditions
Traffic Incidents
Highway Construction & Maintenance
Highway Closures
Natural Disasters Affecting Highway Travel
To Get Information:
In Alaska: Dial 5-1-1 from any phone
Outside Alaska: Dial 1-866-282-7577 (toll free)
Visit the Web Site: 511.Alaska.gov
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Alaska & Kenai Peninsula Map |
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Anchorage To Kenai Peninsula Map |
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Kenai Peninsula - Alaska's "Vacation Heartland!!!" |
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Gwin's Lodge Local Map |
Gwin's Lodge, 4 miles west of Cooper Landing, is surrounded by the snow-capped Kenai Mountains of the Chugach National Forest which rapidly rise from the river valley floor upwards of 5,000 feet. Gwin's Lodge guests are a stone's throw away from the Kenai River, with some of the best bank fishing in Alaska. Just 800 yards away is the Russian River Campground entrance and parking access to the best walk-in Sockeye (Red) Salmon fishery on Earth. The "Russian River Ferry" is just 3 miles west. |
Topo Map: Cooper Landing to Kenai & Russian River |
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TOP WEBSITE IN ALASKA - LODGING CATEGORY
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