Where to Hike in Homer, Alaska

Where to Hike in Homer, Alaska

Local Trails in Homer

Homer Spit Trail
4-mile paved path along the Homer Spit, popular with walkers and cyclists. Offers bay views, seabird sightings, and access to beaches and shops.

Diamond Creek Trail
Moderate 4.2-mile out-and-back trail that winds through forest and bluff to reach a rugged beach along Cook Inlet. Watch tides closely if continuing along the shore.

Beluga Slough Trail
An easy 0.6-mile nature walk with interpretive signs and wildlife viewing. Perfect for spotting shorebirds, especially during migration.

Calvin & Coyle Trail
Family-friendly 1.2-mile forest and wetland loop with boardwalks and moose viewing opportunities.

Pratt Museum Forest Trail
Short 0.4-mile wooded loop located behind the Pratt Museum. A peaceful, shaded walk through coastal forest.

McNeil Canyon Trail
A moderate 4.6-mile loop with sweeping views of Kachemak Bay, wooded ridges, and occasional moose sightings. Trailhead located east of town.

Trails in Kachemak Bay State Park

Accessible only by water taxi from the Homer Spit.

Grewingk Glacier Lake Trail
A 3-mile easy hike through alpine forest to a glacial lake with floating icebergs. Combine with Saddle Trail for a popular loop.

Saddle Trail
A steep but short (1-mile) route climbing through coastal forest with scenic views. Often used to connect to Grewingk Glacier Lake.

China Poot Lake Trail
4.4-mile moderate hike with switchbacks, forest views, and access to alpine lakes. Watch for bear sign.

Sadie Knob Trail
Challenging 4.5-mile trail with 2,100 feet of elevation gain and panoramic ridge views. One of the more strenuous hikes in the park.

Grace Ridge Trail
An 8.2-mile ridgeline hike with over 3,000 feet of gain, offering sweeping vistas of Kachemak Bay, the Kenai Mountains, and beyond. Requires water taxi drop-off and pick-up at different points.

Water Taxi Operators

Mako’s Water Taxi
📞 (907) 235-9055

Coldwater AK
📞 (907) 299-2340