This Bayside Town Was Just Voted The Most Charming Small Town In Alaska, And It's Easy To See Why
By Megan McDonald|Published October 13, 2020
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Megan McDonald is a writer, photographer, and owner of humu media, an Alaska-based digital media agency. She spends her free time traveling with her husband and daughter around the US and the world.
Alaska is filled with tiny towns that are all unique and interesting. But Homer has been rated the most charming small town in Alaska, by Big 7 Travel, and for good reason! This enchanting place pairs mountains with the ocean, and a never-ending amount of things to see and do. The next time you’re looking for a getaway, head straight to this seaside town.
If you are ever on the Kenai Peninsula, you have to check out Homer, Alaska.
This stunning little town of 5,000 residents sits on the edge of the ocean in Kachemak Bay. The nearby mountain ranges are filled with glaciers, lending the whole town a magical feel.
This tiny town is world famous for its halibut fishing.
In fact, it’s known as the "Halibut Fishing Capital of the World!" Many of the wonderful things to do in this area incorporate the sea. And with the Pacific Ocean right on your doorstep, this is a great place to do it!
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One of the most fascinating and unusual aspects of this town is the Homer Spit.
This piece of land juts out 4.5 miles into the bay. A wonderful spot for gazing at your jaw dropping surroundings, this spit is very popular all year long with locals and tourists alike.
There’s a hotel right at the end of the spit, where you can watch a pod of killer whales swim by. Or you can check out one of the numerous beaches that line this beautiful area.
Both downtown Homer and Old Town Homer are filled with fun things to do.
Walk the popular local’s beach, Bishop’s Beach, and watch the sun set over the mountains over the bay. Or hit up one of the many delicious bakeries that Homer is well known for.
There is a ton of hiking and skiing up in the mountains surrounding this charming town.
Make sure you get out and explore Kachemak Bay Wilderness Park, Alaska’s very first state park. You can also hunt, fish, and sightsee through the almost 200,000 acres and 79 miles of coastline of this amazing park.
With so many things to see and do in this charming small town, you need to get to this lovely spot the next time you have a free weekend.
Bring your family and loved ones, and explore some of the most amazing natural beauty that Alaska has to offer. Whether you’d like to fish, kayak, or enjoy a delicious meal, Homer has exactly what you need.
Have you ever visited the most charming small town in Alaska? Did you love it? What was your favorite part? Let us know in the comments below!
