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Follow Turnagain Arm, spot belugas and glacier-fed lakes, and finish on Homer Spit with an audio-guided route that points out geology, wildlife, and gold-rush history. This 118-mile drive is part scenic highway, part self-paced nature classroom—perfect for a day of flexible stops and big views.
Follow Turnagain Arm, spot belugas and glacier-fed lakes, and finish on Homer Spit with an audio-guided route that points out geology, wildlife, and gold-rush history. This 118-mile drive is part scenic highway, part self-paced nature classroom—perfect for a day of flexible stops and big views.
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Operated by Guide With Action · Anchorage, Alaska
You turn onto Highway 1 and the highway immediately changes rhythm: the coast opens, the mountains push back, and Turnagain Arm runs alongside like a restless companion daring you to slow down.
easy.
2–6 hours.
Minimal fitness required for driving; short walks and optional easy hikes possible—be prepared for uneven trail surfaces on side stops.
Driving time without stops is roughly 2–3 hours for the Anchorage–Homer stretch; expect 2–6 hours if you make the recommended stops and short hikes.
No—download the Action tour app and the specific tour content while on Wi‑Fi before you depart; the audio and maps work offline after download.
No—this is an audio guide only; entrance fees, boat tours (Portage/Glacier cruises), and visitor-center admissions are separate and should be booked or checked in advance.
Try Beluga Point for shore whales, Potter Marsh for birding, Moose Flats and Tern Lake for moose and waterfowl, and Russian River or Kenai River during salmon runs for bears (from safe viewing areas).
The route threads gold-rush towns and Russian-era settlements; Girdwood moved up-valley after the 1964 Good Friday earthquake reshaped the landscape and coastline.
This corridor passes through sensitive wetlands and glacier-fed waterways—stick to trails, pack out trash, and respect wildlife viewing distances to reduce disturbance.
Guide With Action operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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