Location & Maps
Everything you need to find us, plan your days, and fish the right spots on the lower Kenai River.
Base Camp — Soldotna, AK
Soldotna sits at the center of the Kenai Peninsula — minutes from the river, surrounded by boreal forest, and within easy reach of glaciers, national parks, and coastline. We are located at Soldotna, AK 99669.
Contact & Location
Address
Soldotna, Alaska 99669
Phone
(907) 953-4689Email
myalaskabasecamp@gmail.comKenai Pickup
$40 · 15 min drive
Anchorage Pickup
$150 · ~2.5 hrs
Season
May through September
Day Tour Map
Every day of the week, we depart Soldotna at 9:00 AM and head to a different destination across the Kenai Peninsula. The map below shows all seven destinations — each one spectacular in its own way.
Weekly Schedule
9 AM – 5 PM · $200 per person
Base Camp Kenai Fishing Map
Our fishing map highlights the most productive Lower Kenai River holes, guiding anglers to prime spots near Soldotna, Kenai, and surrounding river access points. From legendary salmon runs to trophy trout waters — know where to fish before you go.
Key Fishing Holes
Lower Kenai River · Soldotna to Cook Inlet
Soldotna Bridge
King & SockeyeHighest-traffic public bank access on the Kenai.
Centennial Park
SockeyeCity park with excellent bank access, July runs.
Kenai River Mouth
King & CohoWhere the river meets Cook Inlet — early season kings.
Funny River Access
Rainbow TroutWorld-class rainbow trout below Skilak Lake.
Jim's Landing
SockeyePopular drift boat launch and bank fishing area.
Bing's Landing
King SalmonUpper river access, prime for June Chinook.
The Kenai River holds the world record for Chinook salmon (97 lb). Our guided fishing service operates daily on the lower river — all gear provided.
Nearby Destinations
Our day tours visit all of these locations — departing Soldotna at 9:00 AM daily.
Kenai River
5 minWorld-famous salmon fishing — one of the most productive rivers on earth.
Kenai Airport (ENA)
15 minRegional airport with daily flights from Anchorage. Pickup available for $40.
Homer
1.5 hrsHalibut capital of Alaska, Kachemak Bay, and the legendary Homer Spit.
Seward
2.5 hrsKenai Fjords National Park, Exit Glacier, and breathtaking fjord cruises.
Anchorage
2.5 hrsAlaska's largest city, Ted Stevens Airport (ANC), major shopping and dining.
Whittier
3 hrsPrince William Sound, glacier kayaking, and dramatic fjord scenery.
Girdwood
2 hrsAlyeska Resort, rainforest hikes, and stunning Turnagain Arm views.
Cook Inlet
30 minBeluga whale viewing, vast tidal flats, and dramatic volcanic backdrops.
Getting to Soldotna
By Air
Fly into Kenai Municipal (ENA) — 15 min from camp, pickup $40. Or Anchorage (ANC) — 2.5 hrs, pickup $150. Both options available year-round.
By Car
From Anchorage: take AK-1 south to Sterling Hwy (AK-9), follow into Soldotna. About 2.5 hours of genuinely stunning Peninsula scenery.
Call Us
We will give you exact directions when you book. The Bair family is always happy to coordinate your arrival — call us at (907) 953-4689.
(907) 953-4689