Sunday, July 6, 2014

Alaskan Sights To See And Soldotna Alaska Lodging

By Rosella Campbell


Enjoy a beautiful trip to Alaska and take in all of what nature can offer you. There are so many selections of Soldotna Alaska Lodging to suit your likes and needs. There are many places to fish, hike, swim, explore and spot some of the local wildlife. Not to mention places of historical significance to learn and see what life was once like here.

In the summer months you can find interesting things to keep you busy here. Travel to the Homestead Museum of Solodotna and step back in time to 1947 when the first settlers made this their home. There are cabins the homesteaders built as well as a school house that is completely original.

Within the museum walls are trinkets, and tools used everyday of homesteaders life and great archaeological artifacts such as fishing boats and more from the Alaskan Natives that once called this home. Fortunately this site and so many others are short distances from almost all Lodging areas. You can venture to the Swim Beach at stormy lake and enjoy splashing in the inviting waters on a hot summer day too.

If there is an archaeological lover among you the interpretive site K'Beq, which is the tribe Kanaitze Indians program is perfect. You will be able to explore real archaeological sites, learn the culture and history of the Dena'ina. Many artifacts can be seen and to remember your journey here you can shop in the gift store.

To see wildlife that lived and still lives in this part of Alaska, travel to the Historical Society Museum. There is a unique and original village of log cabins from past homesteaders and a school which is of historical importance, as it was the last of the schools here in the territories and opened in 1958. The original lanterns they used for their lessons are in the same spot.

Do not miss the opportunity to see the real Iditarod Trail and find all there is to know about the Alaskan Railroad too at the KMTA National Heritage area. The scenery which surrounds this area is truly a work of art. The people of the community can sit and tell tall tales some true and some not, all day long. Kids will love this one on one time.

For amazing wildlife viewing and picture taking travel down the gravel 18 mile loop of the Skilak Lake Road West Entrance. This is a place to relax and feel the peaceful presence of Alaska's true beauty. Glaciers glisten in the sunlight as do the tops of the many lakes within. Take your time and get out and enjoy the natural wonders found in this magical place.

You can choose from many types of lodgings here from Adventure all the way to camping and Rv sites. The most popular ones are considered to be the Bed and Breakfast Inns, the Wilderness and the Bear Viewing lodges. You can even reserve a cabin for two romance package for a honeymoon, anniversary or just because you need time alone. There is a little something for everyone here in this magical place and whether you are young or old your memories will be with you always.




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