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Miller's Landing Beach
Departure Miller's Landing
Caines Head North Beach Landing
Kayaking is fun!
The dock at Caines Head

Kayak and Hike to Historic WW2 Army Fort in Alaska!

By Millers Landing Inc.
5 out of 5
Price is CA $255 per adult
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Overview

Paddle & Hike in Caines Head! 

8 hour Paddle & Hike

This fantastic World War II defensive structure is located at the top of Caines Head, as part of the Caines Head State Park Recreation area. We paddle out and land at the original Fort McGilvray dock. From there, we begin our Alaskan hike, complete with an exhilarating 650′ of elevation gain in two miles. Atop you find a gorgeous view of the Gulf of Alaska, Harding Gateway, and the Barrier Islands of Resurrection Bay! Bring a headlamp or torch to explore Fort McGilvray and have a snack at the gunning embedment before heading back down the trail for a fun kayaking adventure to Millers Landing.

Activity location

  • 13880 Beach Dr
    • 13880 Beach Drive
    • 99664, Seward, Alaska, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 13880 Beach Dr
    • 13880 Beach Drive
    • 99664, Seward, Alaska, United States

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Kayak and Hike to Historic WW2 Army Fort in Alaska!
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h8h

Paddle & Hike in Caines Head! 

8 hour Paddle & Hike

This fantastic World War II defensive structure is located at the top of Caines Head, as part of the Caines Head State Park Recreation area. We paddle out and land at the original Fort McGilvray dock. From there, we begin our Alaskan hike, complete with an exhilarating 650′ of elevation gain in two miles. Atop you find a gorgeous view of the Gulf of Alaska, Harding Gateway, and the Barrier Islands of Resurrection Bay! Bring a headlamp or torch to explore Fort McGilvray and have a snack at the gunning embedment before heading back down the trail for a fun kayaking adventure to Millers Landing.

Starting time: 8:00 a.m.
Price details
CA $255.05 x 1 AdultCA $255.05
Total
Price is CA $255.05

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedProfessional guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedTour escort/host
  • What's includedWhat's includedLanding and facility fees
  • What's includedWhat's includedLocal taxes
  • What's includedWhat's includedKayak & Associated Gear: Paddle, Spray Skirt, Life Jacket, Pump, Paddle Float
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedRain Gear
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedFood and drinks, unless specified
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedHotel pickup and drop-off

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult, 12 years minimum age to participate
  • Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair - a 4 mile Hike is involved
  • Due to comfort and weight / balance / cockpit size of the Kayak, participants must be under 250lb and able to fit within a 33″ x 17.25″ / 83.8 x 43.8 cm cockpit opening.

Activity itinerary

Itinerary • 7:45 a.m. check in to office for parking pass and to sign necessary forms • 8 a.m. meet guide, get outfitted for paddle • 8:15 a.m. warm up exercises, safety briefing • 8:25 a.m. depart for paddle • Paddle to Caines Head (5 miles) and hike (2 miles each way 4 miles return) to Fort McGilvray • Depart for Miller’s Landing in kayaks (5 miles) More Information Be prepared to be physically active for the entirety of this Seward kayaking and hiking trip. If you’re not comfortable hiking and paddling all day we have easier trips that we can set you up with! • Get a panoramic view of the Gulf of Alaska from the top of Caines Head! • Watch for whales, eagles, sea lions, sea otters, mountain goats, black bears, and Dalls porpoise! • Paddle past driftwood ghost forests from the 1964 Alaskan earthquake • No experience needed, all gear, and instruction provided. Bring your hiking boots! From surf to turf, we begin our two-mile hike to the top of Caines Head to view the historical WWII remains of Fort McGilvray. We retrace our steps and paddle back to Miller’s Landing, watching for wildlife all along the way.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES13880 Beach Dr
    • 13880 Beach Drive
    • 99664, Seward, Alaska, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE13880 Beach Dr
    • 13880 Beach Drive
    • 99664, Seward, Alaska, United States

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