1. Awe-Inspiring Seascape and Mountain Vistas

Landing in Halibut Cove is like entering into a wonderful and mysterious picture book world. You are greeted by the stillness of the water, the lush forest of spruce, birch, willow and alder, sheltered by magnificent towering mountains. The only sound may be the wind and waves or perhaps a magpie or red squirrel announcing your arrival.

The Kenai Mountain Range, capped by the snowy peaks of the Harding Icefield, provides an unforgettable backdrop to the serenity of the cove. The range extends from the southern end of the Kenai Peninsula up to the Chugach Mountains. With an average elevation of 3,000 to 5,000 feet, their dominating presence is quite fantastical with ever-changing colors and textures from the fervent interplay of light and mist reflecting from sky and sea. 

In the evenings, the alpenglow is a profound optical phenomenon that appears as a pink-and-reddish glow on the mountains opposite the sun when it is just below the horizon. With the long days of summer, the sun seemingly moves parallel along the horizon for a prolonged distance, making the alpenglow last a luxuriously long time. One can imagine that this is the very spot that inspired the song lyrics, “purple mountains majesty”! 

The ancestral peoples of this land, the Dena'ina, call the Kenai Mountains Yaghanen Dghili, meaning ‘good land mountains', and it is easy to see why. Guests often comment that they feel like they have stepped into a mystical painting. The panoramic scenery is endlessly entertaining and inspiring with unique geographical features, coastal flora, and abundant fauna.

4. World-Class Saltwater Fishing

Halibut Cove is called Halibut Cove for a reason—it’s near the halibut fishing capital of the world, Homer, Alaska. But it's not just all about the halibut… when you go deep sea fishing, different types of salmon, rockfish, and pacific cod may also find their way onto your rod. The Alaskan waters are known for having fish of world-class proportions and there is plenty to catch thanks to the state's conservation efforts.  

Our saltwater fishing excursion has you fishing in style with our professional and personable crew. The 44-foot luxury fishing vessel has plenty of space for indoor seating, heated seats, a spacious fishing deck, and a real bathroom. We offer a combination of halibut and salmon fishing because it’s the perfect way to enjoy two types of fishing experiences in one day. Plus, you can have your catch professionally fileted, vacuum sealed, and flash frozen so you can take it home. But, nothing beats fresh fish! The Stillpoint Lodge culinary team is also always happy to cook up your catch for your next meal.

5. Glacier Lake Kayaking (and wondrous hiking, too!)

The trail to Grewingk Glacier Lake in Kachemak Bay State Park is located a short boat ride across Halibut Cove and is oftentimes full of floating icebergs. Experience this once-in-a-lifetime moment of paddling your kayak amidst icebergs. During your excursion, you might even see moose, black bears, arctic terns, and mountain goats who live within the valley or on the steep mountainsides.

When glacier kayaking with Stillpoint Lodge, you get all of this and more. Our day trip includes a gourmet picnic that you can enjoy on the lakeshore overlooking the 13-mile ice field, surrounded by towering mountains that dwarf the glassy lake.

Kachemak Bay State Park is covered with miles of hiking trails that cut through beautiful forests. There are plenty of options if you’re a beginner or advanced outdoorsman. Stillpoint Lodge is surrounded by hundreds of miles of hiking trails. As you first taste of adventure at the lodge, you can take a guided hike on our three-mile panoramic Native Trail with forest and coastal views. Then opt to explore more trails in Kachemak Bay State Park.