How to Get to Treehouse Cove Lodge: Alaska Travel Guide

Your Journey to Treehouse Cove

We're available to help plan every step of your journey. Reach out anytime with questions!

Step 1: Travel to Anchorage

Book a flight to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC), the main gateway to Alaska.

Build in buffer time at the end of your stay for potential weather delays, and plan a Wednesday or Thursday arrival

• Alaska can throw curve balls that even seasoned locals cannot overcome
• Alternative: fly direct from Anchorage to Seldovia (about 1.25 hours) and skip the drive entirely. We can coordinate it and pick you up in Seldovia, call for a quote

Step 2: Drive to Homer

Take the scenic 4-5 hour drive (220 miles) along some of Alaska's most beautiful highways.

• Scenic drive via Seward Highway & Sterling Highway
• Stop at Beluga Point, Girdwood, Portage Glacier, Cooper Landing
• Watch for moose and eagles along the drive

Step 3: Cross Kachemak Bay

Cross beautiful Kachemak Bay to reach the lodge.

• All-inclusive stays: Captain Scott meets you at the Homer harbor for the private boat ride to Treehouse Cove (weather dependent)
• We handle all the logistics and meet you upon arrival

Safety First: Treehouse Cove Lodge reserves the right to make go/no-go decisions based on weather conditions. We are not responsible for conditions beyond our control and will never compromise safety for schedule. If weather makes travel with lodge equipment unsafe, we may use alternative transportation such as a commercial water taxi or flight, and any additional cost is the guest's responsibility.

Essential Packing List & Included Gear at Treehouse Cove

Recommended Packing

• Layered clothing for variable weather
• Rain gear (waterproof jacket & pants)
• Sturdy hiking boots or waterproof shoes
• Binoculars for wildlife viewing
• Camera with extra batteries

What We Provide

• All fishing gear and tackle
• Life jackets and safety equipment
• Linens, towels, and toiletries
• All meals and snacks
• Transportation within Seldovia area

Anchorage to Treehouse Cove at a Glance

• Anchorage to Homer: 220 miles, about 4 to 5 hours by car
• Homer to Seldovia: about 30 minutes by boat across Kachemak Bay
• Anchorage to Seldovia direct: about 1.25 hours by small plane

Fishing Licenses

Fishing guests 16 and older need an Alaska sport fishing license and tags (king salmon tags $10, halibut tags $20 per person, per day). Kids under 16 do not need a license or tags. Hold off on buying them until you arrive: we fish the best weather days, and once we know how many fishing days the weather gives us, you only buy what you use. They are easy to get online.