sunny cove day hikes
The Kenai Peninsula is home to some of Alaska's most beautiful hikes. Let our professional naturalist guides introduce you to this unique ecosystem comprised of both temperate rainforests and alpine tundra. For a complete introduction, combine a paddle of the coastline where the mountains and ocean meet with your hike. Sunny Cove offers both full and half-day hikes or full-day hike and paddle combinations.
Half Day Hikes
-Tonsina Creek Trail, 12:30 pm to 4:15 pm- Explore the coastline and temperate rainforests of Resurrection Bay. This three mile round trip hike takes us out to Tonsina Creek and Tonsina Beach. Beginning in late July, Tonsina Creek is the home of spawning pink and chum salmon. As we hike we'll stop to view salmon before heading down to the beach and it's panoramic views of mountains jutting from the ocean. Watch for eagles, harbor seals and the occasional bear as we stroll past the ghost forest of Tonsina Point. This is a great family hike for those wishing to experience a uniquely Alaskan area. This excursion includes transportation between the Adventure Center and trailhead. -8 years old and up-
Price: $65.00 per person (does not include tax or gratuities)
Departures: Daily May 30 thru September 7, 2009
-Resurrection River Trail, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm- This hike gives you the opportunity to enjoy views of Exit Glacier and the surrounding mountains as you walk along the Resurrection River. This family friendly hike follows the river through spruce and hemlock forests. Meander past waterfalls and over several small creeks as they pour into the main river. This excursion includes transportation between the Adventure Center and trailhead. -8 years old and up-
Price: $65.00 per person (does not include tax or gratuities)
Departures: Daily May 30 thru September 7, 2009
full day hikes and hike/paddle combinations
 -Resurrection Hike and Paddle, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm- Spend the day with Sunny Cove experiencing the dynamic landscapes of the Seward area. This adventure combines a morning hike along the Resurrection River with an afternoon paddle along the shores of Resurrection Bay. This is an active day for those looking to experience two perspectives of the landscape of the Kenai Peninsula. This excursion includes transportation between the Adventure Center and the paddling and hiking locations, a bakery lunch and snacks. -12 years old and up-
Price: $130.00 per person (does not include tax or gratuities)
Departures: Daily May 30 thru September 7, 2009
 -Lost Lake Hike, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm- On this full day adventure we head into the mountains in search of Lost Lake. This hidden jewel is located 7.3 miles up a trail whose upper reaches often hold snow until mid-July. The trail rewards us as we travel with views of Resurrection Bay and the Resurrection peaks. We may or may not make it all the way to the lake, but we'll have fun trying! This is a great hike for those wanting an active day of exploration. This trip includes transportation between the Adventure Center and trailhead, a bakery lunch and snacks. -12 years old and up-
Price: $130.00 per person (does not include tax or gratuities)
Departures: Daily May 30 thru September 7, 2009
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