Homer
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Population: 5,390 Homer is located on the Kenai Peninsula on the north shore of Kachemak Bay, 226 miles by highway or 40 minutes by jet aircraft from Anchorage. Visitor information: |
| Homer, named for local prospector Homer Pennock, was established on the north shore of Kachemak Bay at Homer Spit in 1895. A long, narrow gravel bar jutting out more than 4 miles from shore, Homer Spit is the site of a major dock facility, Homer’s state ferry terminal and small-boat harbor. The harbormaster’s office, canneries, parking/camping areas, charter services , small shops, live theatre, galleries, dining, motels, lodges and resorts, and bed and breakfasts are also located on the Spit. The main road on the Spit is the Sterling Highway, which is also the main road through Homer. Named one of the “top 10 coolest small towns” in the country, Homer’s picturesque setting, mild climate and great fishing (especially for halibut) attract thousands of visitors each year. The “Halibut Fishing Capital of the World”, Homer’s commercial fishing industry is an important part of its economy. Homer is also home to a large community of artists. Potters, sculptors, painters and jewelers practice their crafts and sell their goods in local shops, weekend markets and galleries. Homer offers a wide variety of goods and services. There are many hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts; private RV parks and public campgrounds; gift shops and art galleries; fishing charters and sightseeing tours; and dozens of restaurants, from fast food to fine dining. Homer has a post office, library, laundromats, supermarkets, gas stations, banks, churches, schools, a hospital and an airport terminal. Boat repair, marine fuel, fish processing, bait and tackle available locally. |
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