When in Homer!
Food scene
Open since 1996, Homer Brewing Company has been
welcoming both locals and visitors to the brewery most every day,
year-round, after noon.
We love this little brewery! Kari has worked here for the past five summers and Aaron has worked there the past two. Needless to say, it's near and dear to our hearts, like an old family friend. You won't be find much finer souls than the owners of HBC, Steve and Karen.
An absolute must visit!
31 locals recommend
Homer Brewing Company
1411 Lake Shore DrOpen since 1996, Homer Brewing Company has been
welcoming both locals and visitors to the brewery most every day,
year-round, after noon.
We love this little brewery! Kari has worked here for the past five summers and Aaron has worked there the past two. Needless to say, it's near and dear to our hearts, like an old family friend. You won't be find much finer souls than the owners of HBC, Steve and Karen.
An absolute must visit!
Neighbourhoods
Homer Spit, Homer, AK 99603, USA
The Homer Spit is a long, narrow finger of land jutting 5 miles into Kachemak Bay.
At the end of the spit you'll find an assortment of local business and restaurants such as Finn's Pizza, Carmen's Gelato, Little Mermaid, and Salty Dawg Saloon ( which is one of if not the oldest building in Homer, built in 1897). This is also where the Homer Boat Harbour is located
Walking the docks is a way to submerge yourself into the local feel of things.
A wonderful place to spend the afternoon.
Homer Spit Road
Homer Spit RoadHomer Spit, Homer, AK 99603, USA
The Homer Spit is a long, narrow finger of land jutting 5 miles into Kachemak Bay.
At the end of the spit you'll find an assortment of local business and restaurants such as Finn's Pizza, Carmen's Gelato, Little Mermaid, and Salty Dawg Saloon ( which is one of if not the oldest building in Homer, built in 1897). This is also where the Homer Boat Harbour is located
Walking the docks is a way to submerge yourself into the local feel of things.
A wonderful place to spend the afternoon.
Sightseeing
Wynn Nature Center
Mile 1.5 E Skyline Dr, Homer, AK 99603, USA
"Come enjoy the beauty of the boreal forest. Smell the freshness of
the spruce forest, gaze at the wildflowers and watch for the appearance of moose, bear, lynx, and songbirds on this 140-acre wildlife preserve. . . "
26 locals recommend
Wynn Nature Center
Mile 1.4 Mile 1.5 E Skyline DrWynn Nature Center
Mile 1.5 E Skyline Dr, Homer, AK 99603, USA
"Come enjoy the beauty of the boreal forest. Smell the freshness of
the spruce forest, gaze at the wildflowers and watch for the appearance of moose, bear, lynx, and songbirds on this 140-acre wildlife preserve. . . "
Once you’ve made it to Homer, the best is yet to come!
Look across Kachemak Bay and you’ll see Kachemak Bay State Park, the gem of the state park system.
This is Alaska’s first state park and one of the biggest. Kachemak Bay State Park covers over 400,000 acres and has more than 80 miles of trails.
27 locals recommend
Kachemak Bay State Park
Once you’ve made it to Homer, the best is yet to come!
Look across Kachemak Bay and you’ll see Kachemak Bay State Park, the gem of the state park system.
This is Alaska’s first state park and one of the biggest. Kachemak Bay State Park covers over 400,000 acres and has more than 80 miles of trails.
Located across the bay in Kachemak Bay State Park. The Glacier Lake Trail follows flat terrain through stands of cottonwoods & spruce, and across the dry outwash plain of Grewingk Glacier. It ends at the broad open beaches of Grewingk Glacier Lake. This trail offers superb views of the glacier and its surrounding peaks. Excellent day- hike.
As with any trail in the state park you will need to book a water taxi for drop of and pick-up. Boat access is the only way in.
You can arrange one with our friend's at Coldwater AK or Mako's Water Taxi.
13 locals recommend
Grewingk Glacier
Located across the bay in Kachemak Bay State Park. The Glacier Lake Trail follows flat terrain through stands of cottonwoods & spruce, and across the dry outwash plain of Grewingk Glacier. It ends at the broad open beaches of Grewingk Glacier Lake. This trail offers superb views of the glacier and its surrounding peaks. Excellent day- hike.
As with any trail in the state park you will need to book a water taxi for drop of and pick-up. Boat access is the only way in.
You can arrange one with our friend's at Coldwater AK or Mako's Water Taxi.
Tutka Bay is the longest bay on Kachemak Bay. Bordered by high, steep mountains, you get a real sense of remote Alaska here. Trails lead to the top of Grace Ridge and up to Tutka Lake.
This scenic bay is a great place for the more experienced kayaker to explore.
Water taxis or float planes are the means of transportation to these areas off the road system. A water taxi can transport you and your kayak, or guided kayaking trips are available for most of these locations.
There are more than 15 campgrounds, five public use cabins, and private yurts and cabins in the park that can be reserved through the state parks office or online at the Alaska State Park website. Book early, they are very popular.
Tutka Bay
Tutka Bay is the longest bay on Kachemak Bay. Bordered by high, steep mountains, you get a real sense of remote Alaska here. Trails lead to the top of Grace Ridge and up to Tutka Lake.
This scenic bay is a great place for the more experienced kayaker to explore.
Water taxis or float planes are the means of transportation to these areas off the road system. A water taxi can transport you and your kayak, or guided kayaking trips are available for most of these locations.
There are more than 15 campgrounds, five public use cabins, and private yurts and cabins in the park that can be reserved through the state parks office or online at the Alaska State Park website. Book early, they are very popular.
A winding dirt road at the top of the hill off Skyline Road. Take a drive along this quiet road for breathtaking views of The Kenai Mountains and rolling hills.
Ohlson Mountain Road
Ohlson Mountain RoadA winding dirt road at the top of the hill off Skyline Road. Take a drive along this quiet road for breathtaking views of The Kenai Mountains and rolling hills.
Shopping
Located in Old Towne Homer beneath Bunnel Art Gallery,
this consignment store is a treasure trove of fantastic items! Kari Multz, the owner is a phenomenally talented seamstress and much beloved person in Homer. She is a wealth of local knowledge and endless creativity!
The Fringe
106 W Bunnell AveLocated in Old Towne Homer beneath Bunnel Art Gallery,
this consignment store is a treasure trove of fantastic items! Kari Multz, the owner is a phenomenally talented seamstress and much beloved person in Homer. She is a wealth of local knowledge and endless creativity!