Kodiak Island
Kodiak Island is a vast and rugged Alaskan island known for world-class fishing, Kodiak bears, and dramatic coastlines. Accessible from Kodiak city, it offers year-round wildlife viewing and outdoor adventures.
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Geography
| Continent | North America |
|---|---|
| Region | Alaska |
| Subregion | Gulf of Alaska |
| Country | United States |
| State | Alaska |
| County | Kodiak Island Borough |
| District | Kodiak Island District |
| City | Kodiak |
| Timezone | AmericaAnchorage |
| Latitude | 57.75 |
| Longitude | -152 |
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5:12 PM LOCAL TIMEKodiak Island sprawls across more than 25,000 square kilometers of marine and terrestrial terrain in southern Alaska. Its diverse landscapes range from icy peaks like Mount Chugachenkoff and Spruce Mountain to sheltered bays and dynamic estuaries. The island is most famously home to Kodiak bears (a subspecies of Ursus arctos) which can be seen in protected areas like Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge. The main gateway is the city of Kodiak, which provides ferry, air, and logistical links to the mainland. Visitors come for year-round fishing for sockeye, king salmon, and halibut, sea kayaking, hiking, and to experience remote village cultures and wildlife tours. Regardless of season, weather can be harsh and variable—prepare for wind, rain, and quickly changing conditions.
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