Overview
Deep Creek Beach sits at Mile 136 of the Sterling Highway near Ninilchik, offering 100 campsites along Cook Inlet and Deep Creek in Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula. Managed by Alaska State Parks, it’s surrounded by spruce with beach and river access, featuring vault toilets, drinking water, and a boat launch for anglers. This campground is a scenic base for campers looking to fish for salmon, beachcomb along the inlet, or explore the Kenai’s coastal landscapes, with Ninilchik’s historic village nearby.
Location & Access
- Location: Mile 136 Sterling Highway, near Ninilchik, Alaska.
- Access: Reachable via paved pull-offs along the Sterling Highway; it’s about a 4-hour drive south from Anchorage or 40 minutes from Homer.
- Seasonal Accessibility: Open May through September, typical for Alaska State Parks.
Campsite Details
- Number of Sites: 100 campsites, suitable for tents and RVs.
Amenities & Facilities
- Restrooms: Vault toilets available.
- Water: Drinking water provided on-site.
- Additional Amenities: Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring; a boat launch is available.
Activities & Nearby Attractions
- On-Site Activities: Fish for salmon in Deep Creek, beachcomb along Cook Inlet, launch a boat, or enjoy a campfire with ocean views.
- Nearby Attractions: Ninilchik village, 5 minutes north, offers the Russian Orthodox church and more fishing; Homer, 40 minutes south, provides the Homer Spit and Kachemak Bay.
