Homer, Coastal city in Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska, US
Homer stretches along Kachemak Bay with the Homer Spit extending 4.5 miles into the water, creating a natural harbor for fishing vessels and recreational boats.
The settlement began in the 1890s with coal mining operations, later transforming into a fishing center after Homer Pennock established the first crew quarters.
The Kachemak Bay Shorebird Festival brings together bird enthusiasts each spring to observe the migration of sandhill cranes and numerous waterfowl species.
The Sterling Highway connects Homer to Anchorage, with the 218-mile journey providing access to this southern Kenai Peninsula destination throughout the year.
The Homer Harbor contains the largest fleet of commercial halibut fishing vessels in Alaska, supporting the city's position as a major seafood processing center.
Location: Kenai Peninsula Borough
Inception: March 13, 1964
Elevation above the sea: 29 m
Website: http://www.ci.homer.ak.us/
Website: http://ci.homer.ak.us
GPS coordinates: 59.64310,-151.52600
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:50
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