Ninilchik, population: 956. Fishing charter services, campgrounds, a general store, gas, food, and home of the Kenai Pennisula Fair from August 14-16.
Ninilchik is located on the coast of Cook Inlet, the west side of the Kenai Peninsula. Ninilchik is home to first-rate fishing. Here, travelers can fish for salmon and halibut either on land or on the inlet. When visiting Ninilchik be sure to explore the Ninilchik River and Deep Creek watersheds, the historic Russian Orthodox Church, built in 1901, and the two Alaska State Parks situated to the north and the south. The Ninilchik State Recreation Area offers campgrounds with beach and river access. The Deep Creek State Recreation Area has a campground on the beach and tractor-assisted boat launching capabilities. Ninilchik has unique scenic wonders. Witness for yourself the spectacular views of four Cook Inlet volcanoes.
