Skilak Lake
Top 7 in Top 12 Best Lakes to Visit in Alaska
On the Kenai Peninsula, the beautiful river and glacier-fed Skilak Lake are excellent for hiking, picnicking, and potential animal viewing.
The wildlife refuge is surrounded by hiking trails, making it a great place to see Alaskan wildlife like bears, moose, bald eagles, and snowshoe hares. The four-mile Skilak Lookout trail offers a breathtaking 360-degree view of the lake, making it the ideal location for taking pictures of the area's beauty. There are many places to pull over and enjoy the view if you travel the 18-mile-long gravel road during the warmer months.
This path frequently proves to be a fantastic location for wildlife viewing and offers a variety of trailhead starting sites, from simple to difficult. The lake serves as a source of water for the Kenai River and is a well-liked location for anglers looking to try their luck at catching salmon and rainbow trout.
Location: Kenai Peninsula, Alaska
