Soldotna is a compact, outdoor-focused Kenai Peninsula hub with riverfront access, world-class salmon fishing, hiking, wildlife viewing, and a cozy local scene of cafés, breweries and seasonal events that make multi-week stays active and restorative.
You’re about 11 miles from Kenai and roughly 75 miles from Homer—Kenai adds bigger services and conveniences while Homer delivers arts, galleries and a lively tourist vibe for great day-trip variety so you won’t feel stuck in a nowhere town.