Kodiak
Best months:
May to September
LAST UPDATED 10/02/2009
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introduction

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US Census: Alaska Locator Map with US, March 2008

Kodiak is one of the six communities and the main city on Kodiak Island in Alaska. The total area of the city is 12.6 squared kilometres with a population of 6,273 residents and due to its magnificent green summers, Kodiak is called Alaska's Emerald Isle.

 

travel

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NancyHeise: Floatplanes are common form of transportation on the Kodiak archipelago, July 2008

Because it is situated on an island, Kodiak is accessible only by air and sea.
Alaska Airlines and Era Aviation have daily flights available to and from the island. If you can't go by air, Alaska Marine Highway System offers ferry service to Kodiak via the M/V Tustemena, or what the Kodiak locals call the "Rusty Tusty".

where to stay

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NancyHeise: Kodiak islands movie theater.."Another one is on the coast guard base", July 2008

Kodiak offers a lodge called Kodiak Legends Lodge, which is great for accessing the best fishing and hunting experience! It provides great food and serivce and is located close to town. The best hotel in downtown Kodiak is Best Western Kodiak Inn, which provides rooms overlooking the boat harbour.

There are plenty of other options in Kodiak but because it is such a small town, all are fairly close to each other. If you aren't staying for long and just want an overnight sleep, you could always just get a simple bed and breakfast.

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