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Picture of Homer, Alaska in the Kenai Peninsula

Homer has it all…adventure tours, world class halibut and salmon fishing, world class brown bear viewing, glaciers, whales, kayaking, clamming, hiking, big game hunting and more.

Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 541
Homer, AK 99603
Phone: (907) 235-7740
Fax: 235-8766
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Overlooking Kachemak Bay, Homer is home to worl-class fishing, art galleries, Katmai brown bear viewing & more! Open year round.

Nestled among rolling hills and overlooking Kachemak Bay and the Kenai Mountains, this seaside community has many unique attractions. Museums, art galleries, fine dining, and deluxe accommodations can all be found in downtown Homer. And don’t forget to visit Homer Spit, a long narrow finger of land jutting 4.5 miles into Kachemak Bay. Truly an experience to last a lifetime.

Things to Do in Homer
  • Sea Kayaking
  • Bicycling
  • Beachcombing
  • Pratt Museum Tour - Art in the Elements Walking Path
  • Alaska Islands & Ocean Visitor Center
  • Panoramic view of 4 active volcanoes
  • Bear Viewing at Katmai-Flightseeing
  • Enjoy a Home Brew
  • Marine Wildlife Cruise to Kachemak Bay State Park
  • Birding; Hudsonian and Bar-Tailed Godwits, Dowitchers, Sandpipers, Rock Sand Pipers, Eiders, Winter Bald Eagles roost on the Homer Spit
  • Center for Alaska Coastal Studies
Homer Business Directory  * Denotes a business that is open year round
 

Accomodations

Bed & Breakfasts

Hotels & Motels

  • Alaska Windjammer Suites & Motel *
    412 E. Pioneer
    Homer, AK 99603
    Toll free: (888) 730-2770
    Web site: www.alaskan.com/windjammersuites
  • Bay View Inn *
    P. O. Box 804-KP
    Homer, AK 99603-
    Phone: (907) 235-8485
    Fax: (907) 235-8716
    Toll free: (800) 478-8485
    Email: bayview@alaska.net
    Web address: www.bayviewalaska.com
    Spectacular View! Every room overlooks Kachemak Bay. Kitchenettes, fireplace suite, separate cottage. Immaculately clean non-smoking rooms. Charming Alaskan ambiance. Wifi and complimentary continental breakfast. Recommended in Alaska's Best Places.

  • Best Western Bidarka Inn *
    575 Sterling Hwy
    Homer, AK 99603
    866-685-5000
    (907)235-8148
    Web address: www.bestwesternbidarkainn.com
    Conveniently located 2 blocks from downtown Homer. With
    in walking distance to shopping, Islands & Ocean Visitor Center
    and Kachemak Bay. Free Hi-Speed Internet access in all rooms.

  • Driftwood Inn & RV Park *
    135 W. Bunnell Ave.-KP
    Homer, AK 99603-
    Phone: (907) 235-8019 Fax: (907) 235-8019
    Toll free: (800) 478-8019
    Web address: www.thedriftwoodinn.com
    Homer's best kept secret. On Bishop's Beach, view Kachemak Bay Mountains, glaciers & coves. Charming, historic downtown. Clean, unique rooms. Non-smoking, laundry, year-round service.

  • Heritage Hotel *
    147 E. Pioneer Ave.
    Homer, AK 99603
    Toll Free (800) 380-7787
    Email: heritagehotelandriv@alaska.net
    Web address: www.alaskaheritagehotel.com
    In historic town center surrounded by shops, galleries, restaurants and attractions. 34 comfortable rooms, all with private bath, cable TV and phones. Guest laundry/ kitchen. Affordable rates!

  • Homer Property Management *
    509 Sterling Hwy St. 202
    Homer, AK 99603
    Phone: (907)235-1958
    Email: rentals@xyz.net
    Web address: www.homerrentals.com
  • Land's End Resort *
    4786 Homer Spit Rd.-KP
    Homer, AK 99603-
    Phone: (907) 235-0400 Fax: (907) 235-0420
    Toll free: (800) 478-0400
    Email: landsend@alaska.net
    Web address: www.lands-end-resort.com 
    Alaska’s premier oceanfront resort at the end of the Homer Spit. Private decks with view of mountains, glaciers & marine life. Chart Room Restaurant, Raven’s Nest Spa, outdoor hot tub and tour desk.
  • Ocean Shores Motel *
    3500 Crottenden Dr.
    Homer, AK 99603
    Toll Free (800) 770-7775
    Web address: www.oceanshoresalaska.com
    Modern beachfront lodging. Spectacular view, private balconies, beautiful private sandy beach, spacious rooms, cable TV, phones, and only 3 blocks to town. Best location in Homer.
  • Timber Bay Bed & Breakfast
    PO Box 15244
    Fritz Creek, AK 99603
    Phone: (907)235-3785
    Email: dcotogno@thegourmet.com
    Web address: www.timber-bay.com

Resorts, Lodges & Cabins

RV Parks & Campgrounds

  • Driftwood Inn RV Park *
    135 W. Bunnell Ave.-KP
    Homer, AK 99603
    Phone: (907) 235-8019
    Fax: (907) 235-8019
    Toll free: (800) 478-8019
    Email: driftwoodinn@alaska.com
    Web address: www.thedriftwoodinn.com
    Homer Alaska lodging accommodations hotels rvs rvparks motels b and b, B and B, BandB. R/V RV parks homer alaska. There are 22 full hook-up sites-beautiful view-cable & Internet available-laundry & showers-in town next to beach-near 24 hour shopping-open year round.
  • Heritage RV Park
    147 E Pioneer Ave.
    Homer, AK 99603
    Phone: (907) 226-4500
    Toll Free: 1- 800-380-7787
    Email: heritagervpark@alasak.net
    Web address: www.alaskaheritagervpark.com
    The only full hook-up park on the Homer Spit! 107 spacious sites with 50 amp, SAT TV, wireless internet, laundry & showers. 24 hour office. Espresso bar & gift shop.
  • Homer Spit Campground
    PO Box 1196
    Homer, AK 99603
    Phone: (907) 235-8206
    Email: pchapple@gci.net

Adventure & Activities

  • Across Alaska Adventures
    PO BOX 2083
    Homer, AK 99603
    Phone: 907-235-6126
    Toll Free: 1-800-7701-6126
    Email: inlet@halibutcharters.com
    Web address: www.halibutcharters.com 
    Located on the spit in Homer. Fishing, Kayaking, Bear Viewing and Tours are all available with just one call. Locally owned and operated.

  • Alaska Discovery Wilderness Tours *
    5310 Glacier Hwy
    Juneau, AK 99801
    Toll Free (800)586-1911
    Phone: (907)780-6505
    Email: sharon@alaskadiscovery.com
    Web Address: www.alaskadiscovery.com
  • Alaska Wilderness Outfitters
    PO Box 1848
    Homer, AK 99603
    Phone: (907)235-6151
    Email: hrsbckak@xyz.net
    Web address: www.akwildernessoutfitters.com
  • Center For Alaskan Coastal Studies, Inc.
    708 Smokey Bay Way/Box 2225
    Homer, AK 99603
    Phone: (907)235-6667
    Email: info@akcoastalstudies.org
    Web address: www.akcoastalstudies.org
    Daily guided natural history tour across Kachemak Bay. View a seabird rookery. Hike forest trails and explore remote beaches. Hike/kayak guided tour also available.

  • Center For Alaskan Coastal Studies, Inc.
    PO Box 2225
    Homer, AK 99603
    Phone: (907)235-6667
    Email: info@akcoastalstudies.org
    Web address: www.akcoastalstudies.org 
    Guided and self guided walks through forest and wildflower meadows. Weekly children’s programs & evening lectures. Located on E. Skyline Dr. overlooking Homer. Opens June 15.
  • Central Charter Booking Agency
    4241 Homer Spit Rd.
    Homer, AK 99603
    800-478-7847
    Phone: (907)235-7847
    Email: central@ptialaska.net
    Web address: www.centralcharter.com
    We arrange all activities in the Homer area. Go fishing with our excellent boats. Board the Danny J to Halibut Cove, board the Discovery for a 2 hour wildlife tour to Seldovia. Kayaking and lodging.

  • Homer Float Plane Lodge
    PO Box 1845
    Homer, AK 99603
    Toll Free: 877-235-9600
    Phone: (907)235-4160
    Email: nieman@xyz.net
    Web address: www.floatplanelodge.com
  • Homer Ocean Charters
    PO Box 2543
    Homer, AK 99603
    (907) 235-6212
    Email: hoc@xyz.net
    Web address: www.homerocean.com
    We have it all! Fishing, hiking, sea kayaking, cabin rentals, Gull Island tours, lunch & dinner cruises! Wildlife cruises and water taxi service to Kachemak Bay State Park. Call us for help planning your trip.
  • Homer Tours Inc.
    PO Box 3695
    Homer, AK 99603
    (907) 235-6200
    Email: ericson@ptialaska.net
    Web address: www.ptialaska.net/~ericson
  • Land's End Resort *
    4786 Homer Spit Rd.-KP
    Homer, AK 99603-
    Phone: (907) 235-0400 Fax: (907) 235-0420
    Toll free: (800) 478-0400
    Email: landsend@alaska.net
    Web address: www.lands-end-resort.com 
    Enjoy all the activities around Kachemak Bay. Our tour desk can arrange charters for halibut or salmon fishing, kayaking, sightseeing, flightseeing, bear viewing, clam digging or tickets to a play.
  • Peterson Bay Lodge & Oyster Camp
    P.O. Box 4213
    Homer, AK 99603
    Toll Free: (866) 899-7156
    Phone: (907) 235-7156
    Web address: www.petersonbaylodge.com
    Eco-Adventure Lodge & Cabins. Indulge on farm fresh shellfish from pristine glacier pure waters. Enjoy fishing, kayaking, wildlife and more. Journey to this protected cove to escape and breathe easy!
  • Seaside Adventure
    PO Box 3066
    Homer, AK 99603
    Phone: (907) 235-6672
    Phone: (907)399-1030
    Email: seasideadventure@earthlink.net
    Web address: www.seasideadventure.com
  • Tutka Bay Wilderness Lodge
    P.O. Box 960
    Homer, AK 99603
    Phone: (907) 235-3905
    Fax: (907) 235-3909
    Web Address: www.tutkabaylodge.com.
    Alaska's Tutka Bay Wilderness Lodge as you approach the dock
  • Kenai Coast full service nature lodge nine ocean miles from Homer. AAA approved. Listed by Fodors, Frommers, Alaska’s Best Places, Outside’s Wilderness Lodge Vacations. See details and rates on the web.

Areas Services

  • City of Homer *
    491 E. Pioneer Ave.
    Homer, AK 99603
    Phone: (907) 235-8121
    Web address: www.ci.homer.ak.us
  • Homer News *
    3482 Landings 87
    Homer, AK 99603
    Phone: (907) 235-7767
    Email: info@homernews.com
  • Kachemak Auto Parts- NAPA *
    3545 Main St.
    Homer, AK 99603
    Phone: (907)235-8663
    Email: kachemakautoparts@yahoo.com
  • Print Works/The Scrapbook Nook*
    829 Smokey Bay Way
    Homer, AK 99603
    Toll Free: (800) 935-8500
    Email: info@printworks.com

Attractions & Sightseeing

  • Alaska Islands & Ocean Visitor Center *
    95 Sterling Hwy.-KP
    Homer, AK 99603
    Phone: (907) 235-6961
    Web address: www.islandsandocean.org
    Alaska Islands & Ocean Visitor Center is a state of the art interpretive, educational, and research facility brought to you by Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge & Kachemak Bay Research Reserve. Come Explore, Experience & Discover the natural treasures of Alaska 's Islands & Ocean habitats through hands-on exhibits, interpretive programs, guided beach, bird and estuary walks, and open ocean discovery labs scheduled throughout the summer.
  • Bear Creek Winery *
    PO Box 164
    Homer, AK 99603
    Phone: (907)235-8484
    Email: frys@xyz.net
    Web address: www.bearcreekwinery.com
  • Gray Line of Alaska & Holland America Tours *
    745 W. 4th Ave, Ste 200
    Anchorage, AK 99501
    Toll Free (888)312-5581
    Phone: (907) 277-5581
    Email: anchoragegrayline@hollandamerica.com
    Web address: www.graylinealaska.com
  • Kachemak Bay Flying Service
    PO Box 1769
    Homer, AK 99603
    Phone: (907) 235-8924
    Web Address: www.alaskaseaplanes.com
  • Rainbow Tours
    PO Box 1526
    Homer, AK 99603
    Phone: (907) 235-7272
    Web Address: www.rainbowtours.net

Bear Viewing

Fishing

  • A Walk and Wade Fishing Adventure
    Silver Fin Guide Service
    PO Box 1657
    Homer, AK 99603
    Phone: (907) 235-7352
    Cell: (907) 299-0311
    Email: info@silverfinguides.com
    Web address: www.silverfinguides.com
  • Ace Charters & Tours
    PO Box 651
    Ninilchik, AK 99639
    Phone: (907)360-3380
    Email: freshair@alaska.net
  • Alaska Anglers Fishing Charters
    PO Box 270
    Homer, AK 99603
    Phone: (907)235-4160
    Email: fishhomer@hotmail.com
    Web address: www.alaskaangler.net
  • Alaska Excursion Adventures, Inc. *
    1500 Cottonwood Ln.
    Homer, AK 99603
    Phone: (907) 235-2553
    Email: coates@alaska.com
    Web Address: www.alaskaexcursion.com
    Formerly Sorry Charlie Charters! We offer fantastic halibut charters and Kodiak deer hunting trips on our 43' Delta. We also offer 2 bdrm cabins and package discounts.

  • Beluga Lake Lodge *
    204 Ocean Drive Loop
    Homer, AK 99603
    Phone: (907) 235-5995
    Web address: www.Belugalakelodge.com
  • Bob’s Trophy Charters
    PO Box 1775
    Homer, AK 99603
    Phone: (907) 235-6544
    Toll Free: 800-770-6400
    Email: btc@xyz.net
    Web address: www.bobstrophycharters.com
  • Captain B’s Alaskan C’s Adventures
    PO Box 66
    Homer, AK 99603
    Toll Free: 866-235-4114
    Phone: (907) 235-4114
    Email: ashtikan@ptialaska.net
    Web address: www.fishinghomeralaska.com
  • Captain Scott's Sportfishing
    P.O. Box 3133-KP
    Homer, AK 99603
    Phone: (907) 299-1454
    Toll Free: 1-800-758-6015
    Web address: www.captscott.net
  • Driftwood Inn & RV Park *
    135 W. Bunnell Ave.-KP
    Homer, AK 99603-
    Phone: (907) 235-8019
    Fax: (907) 235-8019
    Toll free: (800) 478-8019
    Web address: www.thedriftwoodinn.com
    Homer's best kept secret. On Bishop's Beach, view Kachemak Bay Mountains, glaciers & coves. Charming, historic downtown. Clean, unique rooms. Non-smoking, laundry, year-round service.

  • Fish Connection
    4287 Homer Spit Rd. #3
    Homer, AK 99603
    Toll Free (866) 576-3838
    Phone: (907) 235-3838
    Email: mariner@xyz.net
    Web address: www.alaskafishconnection.com
  • Halibut King Charters, Inc. *
    PO Box 1687
    Homer, AK 99603
    Toll Free (800) 770-7303
    Email: halking@ptialaska.net
    Web address: www.halibutking.com
  • Homer Float Plane Lodge
    PO Box 1845
    Homer, AK 99603
    Toll Free: 877-235-9600
    Phone: (907) 235-4160
    Email: nieman@xyz.net
    Web address: www.floatplanelodge.com
  • Homer Jackpot Halibut Derby
    P.O. Box 541-KP
    Homer, AK 99603
    Phone: (907) 235-7740
    Web address: www.homerhalibutderby.com
    Homer - Halibut Fishing Capital of the World & home to Alaska's largest Jackpot Derby! 5 monthly cash prizes, over 100 tagged fish worth $10,000, $1,000, or $500! Homer- Just for the halibut!

  • Homer Ocean Charters
    P.O.Box 2543
    Homer, AK 99603
    Toll Free (800) 426-6212
    Phone: (907) 235-6212
    Email: hoc@xyz.net
    Web address: www.homerocean.com
    We have it all! Fishing, hiking, sea kayaking, cabin rentals, Gull Island tours, lunch and dinner cruises, wildlife cruises and water taxi service to Kachemak Bay State Park. Call us for help planning your trip.

  • Inlet Charter/Across Alaska Adventures
    PO Box 2083
    Homer, AK 99603
    Phone: (907) 235-6126
    Toll Free: 800-770-6126
    Email: inlet@halibutcharters.com
    Web address: www.halibutcharters.com
  • K-Bay Charters, Soldotna B&B Lodge
    Alaska Fishing Charters
    PO Box 3223
    Homer Alaska, 99603
    Toll free: (800) 478-8119
    Email: steve@k-bay.com or
    Web Address: www.k-bay.com
  • Lucky Pierre Charters
    PO Box 2438
    Homer, AK 99603
    Toll Free: 800-478-8903
    Phone: (907) 235-8903
    Email: Pierre@xyz.net
    Web address: www.luckypierrecharters.com
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  • Memory Maker Charters and Alaska Experience B&B *
    PO Box 1036
    Homer, AK 99603
    Toll Free (888) 907-2165
    Phone: (907) 235-2165
    Email: hotfishing@gmail.com
    Web address:www.memorymakerfishing.com or
    www.alaskabedandfish.com
    Memory Maker Charters: We are a USCG 5-Star, luxury catching machine. We provide fish filleting & gear. We fish for halibut, salmon, lingcod and rockfish. B&B and RV space available.
  • Midnight Sun Charters
    PO Box 3107
    Homer, AK 99603
    Phone: (907) 235-6483 or (907) 299-3047
    Email: midnightsun@alaska.net
    Web address: www.midnightsuncharters.com
  • Ninilchik Charters LLC
    PO Box 1627
    Soldotna, AK 99669
    Phone: (907) 260-7825
    Email: fish@ninilchik.com
    Web Site: www.ninilchik.com
  • North Country Charters, Inc.
    P.O. Box 889-KP
    Homer, AK 99603
    Toll free: (800) 770-7620
    Email: norco@alaska.net
    North Country Charters locally owned & operated since 1979. All day halibut & salmon. Professional guides. 6/16 passenger boats. All gear, bait, filleting included! Join us for some Alaskan fun!
  • Peterson Bay Lodge & Oyster Camp
    P.O. Box 4213
    Homer, AK 99603
    Toll Free: (866) 899-7156
    Phone: (907) 235-7156
    Web address: www.petersonbaylodge.com
    Alaska Eco-Adventure Lodge & Cabins. Enjoy fishing, kayaking, and hiking. Indulge on our farm fresh shellfish from the pristine glacier pure waters. Something for everyone! The only one of its kind!
  • Rod Busters Charters
    PO Box 405
    Clam Gulch, AK 99568
    Phone: (907) 262-9707
    Email: rodbusters.ak@att.net
    Web address: www.rodbusterscharters.com

Planning & Booking

  • Alaska Private Lodging
    PO Box 1924
    Homer, AK 99635
    Phone: (907)235-2148
    Toll Free: 1-877-376-4222
    Email: apl@alaskabandb.com

Dining

Shopping

  • Alaska Wild Berry Products *
    528 E. Pioneer Ave.-KP
    Homer, AK 99603
    Phonee: (907) 235-8858
    Email: awbp@alaska.net
    Web address: www.alaskawildberryproduct.com
    Visit our original store in Homer on beautiful Kachemak Bay. Sample our chocolates & jams, browse the gift shop & museum. Long summer hours: 7 days a week, open all year.

Visitor Service

Transportation

  • AK Timberwolf Tours & Limo *
    5441 Rabbit Creek Rd.
    Anchorage, AK 99516
    Phone: (907)344-9653 (907)344-WOLF
    Email: t-wolf@alaskatimberwolftours.com
    Web address: www.alaskatimberwolftours.com
    Travel Alaska in style, with the help of a knowledgeable Alaska Native tour guide. Luxury executive coaches, SUV limo & luxury limo van, and standard bus also available. Call for weekly specials/ group rates. Name your destination: Whittier, Seward, Girdwood, Kenai, Homer, Valdez, Fairbanks, Denali Park (and more)…
  • Alaska Marine Highway *
    3132 Channel Drive
    Juneau , AK 99801
    Phone: (907)465-3941
    Toll Free (800)642-0066
    Web address: www.ferryalaska.com
    Email: ask_amhs@dot.state.ak.us
    Eleven state ferries (with car decks, food service and most with sleeping facilities) connect the lower 48 and Canada with Alaska ’s coastal communities and the Kenai Peninsula (Seward & Homer). Year-round.
  • Adventure Alaska Car Rental
    1368 Ocean Dr.
    Homer, AK 99603
    Phone: (907)235-4022
    Email: Trace@ptialaska.net
  • Go Purple Shuttle & Tours *
    PO Box 111036
    Anchorage, AK 99516
    Toll Free (877)477-6250
    Phone: (907)644-8098
    Email: reservations@gopurpleshuttle.com
    Web address: www.gopurpleshuttle.com
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  • Homer Stage Line
    P.O. Box 1912
    Homer, AK 99603
    (907)235-2252 • (907)868-3914
    Email: hsl@xyz.net
    Web address: www.homerstageline.com
    Homer Stage Line offering scenic trips year-round to and from Anchorage & Cooper Landing, Soldotna, Kenai, Ninilchik & Homer to Seward all Summer.

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