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Northern Latitude Adventures
Great (6 person group max per boat) tours out in Resurrection Bay to see wildlife, glaciers, and beauty up close and personal. Be sure to ask for our friend Captain Ryan he's the best in the biz!!
Marathon Helicopter Tours
Take a quick helicopter ride around town, to a glacier, or scouting for moose from above! Captain Mike Culver is amazing so don't miss out on this opportunity of a lifetime to see Seward from the air :) Mention our wedding for discount
Alaska SeaLife Center
Fun place to avoid any bad weather, see some animals up close, and a great place for kids to spend the day! The Alaska SeaLife Center, Alaska's premier public aquarium and Alaska's only permanent marine mammal rehabilitation facility.
Seward Community Library & Museum
Take time to walk by the prettiest library in the world! It also serves as a small museum which houses tons of information about the local history :) Be sure to check out the great views of the ocean from the 2nd story.
Did you know that Seward is home to Lydia Jacoby? She was the 18 y/o who won gold at the Tokyo Games in Japan, and the only person from Alaska to compete in swimming in Olympics.
Sunny Cove Kayaking - Adventure Center, Seward, Alaska
Love the ease in seeing the city from the water. Sunny Cove has multiple options for length of trip. Just want a quick paddle, hike, and lunch....want to spend hours in the bay? Take your pick :)
This is just a suggestion, and are a few other companies in town that offer a bit more options and different rates.
Walking Tour (Historical/Murals)
Check out the history, by taking a walking tour through town! Seward is home to 12+ large scale murals, which also serve as great photo ops. There is a metal sculpted dog sled down near the SeaLife Center that is Mile 0, and start of the Iditarod Race!
https://www.cityofseward.us/home/showpublisheddocument/2320/637600440867080975
Hiking
Depending on your level of fitness and available time, check out these hikes in the area. Please note that some do require transportation out of town to get to the start of the trail.
*Mt Marathon/Skyline/Jeep Trail/The Bowl (medium to difficult depending on the route, can start directly from town. avoid on 7.4.24 as the race is 7a-3p)
*Two Lakes Trail - 1 mile very well marked and very straightforward to navigate. This trail is great for a nice walk in the woods as it is located very close to town (no need for a car) and is a short, easy loop that is still scenic as it winds through the trees. The trail loops around the two lakes located in the park and makes for a very relaxing outdoor trip
*Lost Lakes - 7 miles in and back to the Lake (easy to medium route through forest and side open fields) must have a car to get to the start of trailhead, gorgeous views of waterfalls, fields, and mountains. Still gorgeous view even 2-4 miles in!
**WE ARE HOPING TO DO A GROUP HIKE ON 3rd or 5th, TBD**
*Tonsina - trailhead starts out in Lowell point so will need a car to get there if you are staying in downtown Seward. (easy to medium hike) great hike for rainy days as it's mostly covered in forest and crosses bridge/river. Explore this 3.4-mile out-and-back trail near Seward, Alaska. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 45 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, snowshoeing, and walking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. This one is offered by Sunny Cove Kayaking with a tour/lunch.
*Exit Glacier - Explore this 2.2-mile loop trail near Seward, Alaska. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 57 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are May through October. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.
*Harding Ice Field - Enjoy this 8.6-mile out-and-back trail near Seward, Alaska. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 51 min to complete. This is a very popular area for backpacking, birding, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are May through October. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.
Fishing Tours
Captain Bill has been fishing the waters of Seward for over a decade and rumor has it...the best LUCK :)
Book well in advance or let us know if you want us to pair you up with someone else who's interested in going. Most places give you the option to mail home all the fish you catch, but note sometimes that price is more expensive than the fish! J Dock is another option is Seward Charters is booked.
Pro tip: take a small soft cooler on the plane with ice and you'll save yourself a ton on shipping
Mt Marathon 5k
Up for the toughest 5k in the planet?!
Look no further than the Mount Marathon Race! Started in 1915, it is one of the hardest and grueling races in the country. This race is why the town will be SUPER BUSY during our wedding week (yeah yeah I know)!
The men’s (375 registration lottery), women’s (375 registration lottery), and juniors (150 boys/150 girls registration lottery) courses are a grueling 1.5-mile climb up, and back down, Alaska’s majestic and treacherous Mount Marathon. Runners from around the world join Alaskans in pursuit of a common goal: to safely complete this iconic footrace, whether on the podium or in the pack.
Don't feel like doing the race? Pick another day while you are in town, and take your time hiking up to the best views in all of Seward!