About
Length (round trip)2 mi
ShapeOut-and-Back
DifficultyEasy
Elevation gain20 ft up
Typical time1 hr
TrailheadChinitna Bay (floatplane access)
SurfaceTidal sedge flats and beach
Best seasonJune to mid-September. Access is by small plane only - there is no road into the park.
DogsLeashed / limited stretches
What you'll see 🌄 Big views🦌 Wildlife

Walking the sedge flats at Chinitna Bay among some of the highest densities of brown bears in Alaska.

Tips
Almost everyone comes on a guided day trip by floatplane from Homer or Soldotna. Go with a guide - these are wild brown bears at close range on open ground.
Location

Chinitna Bay (floatplane access)

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