Canoe Passage State Marine Park
"Ninilchik travelers often head south to Homer for marine excursions and charter services. The park appeals to visitors seeking a more remote coastal experience than roadside recreation."
Canoe Passage State Marine Park features sheltered marine channels, rocky shorelines, and forested islands that attract kayakers, boaters, and anglers. Visitors come for solitude, marine wildlife, and access to the broader Kachemak Bay coastal landscape.
Kachemak Bay State Park
"Ninilchik residents and visitors often head south to Homer for charter boats and park access. The park is a popular wilderness destination for weekend trips from this area."
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
"Ninilchik residents and visitors heading south on the Kenai Peninsula may plan a side trip to Homer and Kachemak Bay. The park appeals to those looking for a quieter marine outing."
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.