One of only two designated wilderness-canoeing systems
in the United States, Kenai Alaska Canoe Trails presents near-pristine
waters for canoeists to enjoy in some of Alaska’s most peaceful
country. The two systems that make up Kenai Canoe Trails are the Swan
Lake and Swanson River Canoe Routes. Swan Lake is the smaller and more
popular of the two, but both routes contain over 30 lakes and 50 miles
of canoeing route to explore.
The terrain and climate of the Kenai Canoe Trails is flat sub-artic
wetland. The lakes tend to freeze around October and thaw by May. Summers
are mild and rainy.
Wildlife viewing opportunities are abundant in Kenai Canoe Trails. Loons,
ducks and other waterfowl are frequent visitors. Moose, muskrats, wolves
and the occasional bear can be seen as well. For those canoeists who
moonlight as anglers there is some lovely trout and Kenai salmon fishing
to be done in the Moose and Swanson Rivers.
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