The Kodiak Island Blog

Updated 2026-06-15

The Complete Guide to Kodiak Island, Alaska

Everything a first-time visitor should know about Alaska's Emerald Isle — how to get there, what to do, and what to expect.

Updated 2026-06-20

50 Best Things to Do in Kodiak, Alaska

From bear viewing and halibut fishing to WWII bunkers, cannery tours, and the best cardamom bun in town.

Updated 2026-06-22

Kodiak Bear Viewing Guide: Where, When, and How

The best places to see wild Kodiak brown bears, the best months to go, and what a guided day trip really costs.

Updated 2026-07-01

Kodiak Fishing Guide: Salmon, Halibut, Rockfish & Charters

A season-by-season breakdown of what to catch, where to catch it, and how to pick a charter.

Updated 2026-06-10

Best Lodges and Cabins on Kodiak Island

Where to stay for fishing groups, families, and off-grid adventures — town, road system, and fly-in.

Updated 2026-06-18

Kodiak Ferry Guide: Homer, Whittier & the Aleutians

How to book the Alaska Marine Highway to Kodiak, what to bring, and what the crossing is really like.

Updated 2026-06-25

Best Time to Visit Kodiak, Alaska

A month-by-month rundown of weather, wildlife, fishing seasons, and crowds so you can pick the right trip window.

Updated 2026-05-30

Kodiak Island Hunting Guide: Brown Bear & Sitka Blacktail Deer

Draw permits, guide requirements for non-residents, seasons, and what to expect on a Kodiak hunt.

Updated 2026-06-28

Best Restaurants in Kodiak, Alaska

Where locals actually eat — from fresh sushi and sourdough to fisherman-sized breakfasts.