Homer and Kachemak Bay
Easy access, outstanding recreational opportunities, and a diverse and productive environment make Kachemak Bay important to residents and visitors alike. Fish and shellfish populations abound year-round, supporting several significant fisheries. In the spring, summer, and fall, the bay hosts tens of thousands of feeding waterfowl, shorebirds, and seabirds. In the winter, marine mammals and waterbirds remain in the bay's protected waters.
Dall porpoise and harbor porpoise commonly feed in the bay. The Dall porpoise is often sighted chasing the bow wake of boats. Harbor seals have been observed at hauling-out areas on Yukon Island, with lesser numbers reported on the Bradley River Flats and several rocks on the southern boundary of the bay. Sea lions, killer whales (orca), beluga whales, and minke whales are commonly found in Kachemak Bay. Occasionally humpback and finback whales and walrus are sighted.
Homer Spit is the main access point to the bay, with access also gained through Seldovia and other small communities. In the summer, sport fishing for halibut and salmon and wildlife watching tours are very popular, as is clamming on low tides throughout the year. Halibut and salmon are the mainstays of the local commercial fisheries as well.
Whether its fishing, a trip to the remote fishing village of Seldovia, or hike in Kachemak Bay State Park, Tower Rock can offer an unforgettable experience when it comes to exploring one of Alaska’s most famous bays. On the way home, don’t forget to to stop into the Salty Dawg Saloon to experience Alaska’s most well known watering hole.