Discovery Campground

Kenai Peninsula


Has 53 campsites near the beach in Captain Cook State Recreation Area.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Kenai Peninsula attractions

1. Captain Cook State Recreation Area

By following the Kenai Spur Hwy north for 36 miles, you’ll first pass the trailer parks and chemical plants of the North Kenai industrial district before…

2. Kenai Visitors & Cultural Center

19.2 MILES

This excellent visitors center is among Kenai’s main attractions. The museum features historical exhibits on the city’s Russian heritage, offshore…

3. Kenai Beach

19.62 MILES

Down below the bluffs is an oddity in Alaska: a sweeping, sandy beach, ideal for picnicking, Frisbee-chucking and other waterfront fun. There are stellar…

4. Soldotna Historical Society Museum

22.79 MILES

This museum includes a wonderful collection of homesteaders’ cabins spread through six wooded acres in Centennial Park. Ask for a free guided tour to…