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Kayak and Hike to Historic WW2 Army Fort in Alaska!

Kayak and Hike to Historic WW2 Army Fort in Alaska!

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 flashlight 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.

City: Seward

Mon 09 Jun

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Starting at $188.37

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Mon 09 Jun

Starting at $188.37

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Professional guide

Tour escort/host

Landing and facility fees

Local taxes

Kayak & Associated Gear: Paddle, Spray Skirt, Life Jacket, Pump, Paddle Float

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers 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.

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Reviews (71)

danielsE6614NR

Sep 2024

The trip was easy to book, the information ML provided made planning easy, and the entire excursion was really well-organized. The boathouse was really pleasant and food was pretty good, too. The real star of our trip, however, was our guide Ryan. It wasn't just that he had a terrific knowledge base about the area and was an avid storyteller- he seemed to have a real love of the waters, woods, and mountains around Seward. It's rare to find a true outdoors-man with a sense of humor and narrative, but Ryan was definitely one. Book a trip with ML and ask for Ryan as your guide- you won't regret it.

Q708UQsarahs

Aug 2024

Ryan was an excellent and knowledgeable guide. He knew many facts about the fort, the wildlife, and kayaking. He was great at spotting sea life and had fun stories about his experiences with them.

kylemH3049DU

Aug 2024

My friends and I took a tour this tour with Isaac as our guide. We had a great time! Isaac explained how to use the sea kayaks well. This trip is a good distance, about an hour and a half for us each way in and out of Caines Head. Bring water! Isaac was very knowledgeable about the wildlife in the bay, and the history of the fort. He was conversational as well, and we really enjoyed our trip. Got a clear day and great pictures!