Alaska State Parks Near Nanwalek

Kachemak Bay State Park spans more than 400,000 acres of mountains, forests, beaches, and fjords across the bay from Homer. Visitors come for backcountry adventure, marine wildlife, and dramatic views of glaciers and the Kenai Mountains.

Joe Mace Island State Marine Park is a small, undeveloped island park in Kachemak Bay that appeals to boaters seeking solitude and scenic coastal recreation. Visitors come for kayaking, beach camping, fishing, and wildlife viewing in a sheltered marine environment.