10 Things to do Good for Kids in Homer That You Shouldn't Miss

June 5, 2021 Darleen Reid

Homer is a nature lover's nirvana where common sights can include moose grazing, a black bear crossing the road or porpoises playing in the surf. The charming seaside city, overlooking Kachemak Bay and the Kenai Mountains, can be the starting point for a multitude of exciting adventures, including glacier skiing and viewing and guided kayak tours. Naturally splendid Kachemak State Park offers even more outdoor fun, with miles of excellent backcountry hiking trails. Explore nearby Halibut Cove, a unique fishing and artists' enclave where the roads are made of water. Or head to downtown Homer to sample delicious seafood, art galleries, museums and shops that sell locally made crafts. A trip to Homer would not be complete without casting a rod for salmon or halibut, the area's major catches. Head to the Homer Spit and try your luck from the shore or join a chartered fishing boat excursion. No matter which activities you choose, a weekend in Homer is sure to be an unforgettable experience.
Restaurants in Homer

1. Kachemak Bay State Park

Homer, AK 99603 +1 907-262-5581 http://dnr.alaska.gov/parks/units/kbay/kbayl.htm
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Kachemak Bay State Park

This enormous state park, largely unexplored wilderness, includes glaciers, rivers and waterfalls and offers a 10-mile coastline strip that is excellent for fishing and kayaking. Wildlife sightings include puffins, eagles, sea otters, seals, porpoises and whales.

Reviewed By RobinC789 - Falls Church, United States

This is a stunningly gorgeous park with a fantastically maintained and marked trail to a chilly glacier lake.

2. Beluga Air - Flightseeing Tours

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Beluga Air - Flightseeing Tours

We are based out of Homer, Alaska – a beautiful cosmic hamlet by the sea on the Kenai Peninsula. Whether you are going to McNeil River for a day of Bear Watching or Brooks Camp for a camping trip, we can get you there. We offer a charter trips into some of the most beautiful Alaskan country including Lake Clark National Park, Kachemak Bay and the Kenai Peninsula as well as many other unique destinations.

3. Trails End Horse Adventures

53435 E End Rd, Homer, AK 99603-9671 +1 907-235-6666 https://www.facebook.com/pages/Trails-End-Horse-Adventures/136411483043630
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Trails End Horse Adventures

Reviewed By Marcyinalaska - Anchorage, United States

This was a surprise for my husband for our anniversary. I didn’t want to fly and he didn’t want to go on a fishing charter. Our first time coming to the peninsula and this was a fantastic way to enjoy the outside! All the horses were well behaved, Mark and Karina were fantastic guides and made sure to have conversations with everyone on the tour, including the three young girls (7-12) that were in the group. The weather was fantastic (heard it rained in Homer the whole time). Yes, bring a sack lunch. You’ll have a nice break in the middle to eat/pee. It’s an “out and back” trail, not a big loop so you don’t miss anything

4. Ashore Water Taxi

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Ashore Water Taxi

Ashore Water Taxi, now in our tenth year of operation, is a family owned business providing boat tours, kayak tours, SUP rentals and transportation to Kachemak Bay State Park and surrounding communities.We are always ready to book hikers, campers and kayakers to any destination in the park, and the stability of our boat makes it a great platform for wildlife photography. Gull Island Rookery, sea otters, eagles and whales are all popular subjects.Scheduling is determined by the needs of our clients, all departures and pick ups are customized on a first come first served basis.When adventure,safety and dependability are what you need, Ashore Water Taxi is who you want.

5. St. Augustine's Sea Kayak And Day Tours

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St. Augustine's Sea Kayak And Day Tours

Our kayaking base camp is located on the south side of Kachemak Bay in outer Peterson Bay. We have day trips and overnight packages available at this location. The site is off the road system and accessible by our water taxi. We located our business site at our house address in Homer as we could not put our real business location on Trip Advisor map without a street address.

6. Harders Charters

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Harders Charters

SALMON- HALIBUT- COMBO TRIPS- BOOK YOUR FISHING TRIP NOW! One of the best fishing experiences you will have here in Homer, Alaska is with us here at Harders Charters. Captain Ethan Harders values every angler that comes aboard ready to go fishing! We customize our trips to your liking, whether your a new, laid back, or hard core fisherman, we provide trips to your style of fishing! Book now, We fish harder at Harders Charters!

7. Alaska Ultimate Safaris

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Alaska Ultimate Safaris

Daily tours using a six passenger helicopter for transportation to remote, brown bear rich area's on the Alaska Peninsula. Departing Homer, Alaska. Our Ultimate Safari takes your dreams of seeing bears from ordinary to extraordinary!

8. Beryl Air

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Beryl Air

Floatplane glacier and sightseeing tours. Bear viewing tours, volcano tours. Fly in a seaplane to experience the beauty of remote Alaska and get up close with Alaskan Brown Bears.

9. A Seaside Adventure

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A Seaside Adventure

Off the beaten path, A Seaside Adventure kayak tour is a truly enriching, memorable experience that goes far beyond a day of paddling. Our guided kayak tour gets you up close to marine wildlife and birds, and lets you explore the diverse intertidal zone We show you sites and artifacts of ancient Alaskan cultures, and serve you a delectable lunch with fresh local seafood and wild herbs. Relax at a leisurely, comfortable pace that allows you to explore and give you wonderful photo opportunities. Rick, local Naturalist and lifelong Alaskan, has guided tours in Kachemak Bay for close to 30 years with a spotless safety record, and shows unmatched knowledge and passion about this natural wonderland. Enjoy an individualized small group tour experience away from the road system, traffic and crowds. Come for the day, or stay a while in our waterfront cabin.

10. Seaman's Ecotour Adventures

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Seaman's Ecotour Adventures

Seaman Ecotour Adventures offers guided sightseeing, wildlife, birding, cultural history, tidepooling, hiking, and photography tours in greater Kachemak Bay and the adjoining Kachemak State Park. We specialized in offering customized tours to address the clients interests and needs, from groups from one to six people. Options include half-day (~4 hours) and full-day (~7 hours) trips.

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