The refuge is a miniature Alaska with some of all habitat types of Alaska - tundra, mountains, wetlands and forests. Kenai Refuge was established by President Roosevelt to preserve and maintain the large population of moose on the Kenai Peninsula. In addition, the refuge is host to Dall sheep, mountain goat, caribou, coyote, wolf, grizzly bear, black bear, lynx, wolverine, beaver, small mammals and birds. Kenai Refuge provides undisturbed spawning for many Cook Inlet salmon. The refuge is accessible from the Sterling Highway.
Fishing is excellent.
There are over 200 miles of established trails and routes including the Swanson River Canoe Trail. Visitors can fly to remote lakes, take horse pack trips into roadless areas, or float a whitewater river. Developed facilities are available year-round for day and overnight camping. 2000 Internet Travel Guides All rights reserved.