Sterling Highway: Tern Lake To Homer

Drive to the "End of the Road"—and Hear the Whole Story.

The Sterling Highway is more than just a route to the coast; it’s a journey through turquoise rivers, volcanic vistas, and deep pioneer history. Don't just drive past the landmarks. Our GPS-led audio tour turns your trip to Homer into an immersive exploration of the Kenai Peninsula’s most legendary landscapes and local secrets.

64 Chapters Across the Kenai Wilderness

This is the definitive guide to the Sterling Highway. We cover every mile of the drive between the Tern Lake junction and the Homer Spit. While the drive is about 127 miles and takes roughly 2.5 to 3 hours straight through, our 64 GPS-triggered tour points give you dozens of reasons to pull over. From the glacial waters of the Kenai River to the historic Russian settlements of Ninilchik, you’ll hear the history of Gold Rush days and the legends of the fishing world in real-time. Best of all, the audio is round-trip, providing entirely new content and stories when you head back north.

Volcanoes, Salmon, and Sea Otters

We’ll show you the Kenai most visitors miss. Our guide points out the exact spots to watch salmon or watch fisherman catching salmon in turquoise rivers and where the famous halibut fleet heads out to sea.

As you drive the bluffs, we’ll alert you to the best views of the massive volcanoes across the inlet and guide you down the secret road to the most western drive point on the North American road system. Plus, we’ve included local tips on where to walk in both Seward and Homer to find sea otters floating right along the shoreline.

Works Without Signal

Cell service is spotty on the Sterling Highway, but your tour shouldn't be. Our audio works completely offline, so the storytelling never stops even in "dead zones." Just make sure to download your tour over Wi-Fi or a strong signal before you leave town, then let your phone's GPS handle the rest automatically. No data fees, no bars, no problem.

Here's a short sample.

Explore at Your Pace

You’re in charge of this road trip. We’ve included our favorite overlooks and scenic walks along the route if you want to stretch your legs. Whether you want to stop for five minutes or two hours, the audio waits for you. It’s like having a professional guide in the passenger seat with the freedom to do your own thing.

Pro-Tips for the Sterling Highway

Download on Wi-Fi: Signal drops past Tern Lake. Download at your hotel for a seamless, offline experience.
Look West: Scan the horizon near Ninilchik for massive volcano views across Cook Inlet—Alaska's best vistas.
Westernmost Point: Listen for our alert in Anchor Point to find North America’s furthest western drive point.
Homer Spit Walk: Walk the harbor at high tide for the best chance to see sea otters and eagles up close.
New Return Audio: Keep the app open! The drive back features entirely new stories and local history.