Where is Anchor Point Located? - Anchor Point is a city located in the United States County of Alaska, United States. Anchor Point lies between 33.6131 Degrees North latitudes and 112.3246 Degrees West longitudes.
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Where is Anchor Point Located?
Anchor Point is a city located in the United States County of Alaska, United States. Anchor Point lies between 33.6131 Degrees North latitudes and 112.3246 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Anchor Point city is 2105 people and the city has a total area of 91.65 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.
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Community Anchor Point Borough Kenai Peninsula Borough State Alaska Country United States Region Southcentral Alaska Latitude 59.7761° N Longitude 151.8314° W Elevation 82 ft (25 m) Land Area 91.7 sq mi Water Area 0.7 sq mi Total Area 92.4 sq mi Population (Census 2020) 1,930 Population Density Approximately 21 per sq mi ZIP Code 99556 Area Code 907 Time Zone Standard Alaska Time (UTC-9) Time Zone Daylight Alaska Daylight Time (UTC-8) Currency United States Dollar (USD) Census Designated Place Yes
Nearby Cities and Communities to Anchor Point, Alaska
Homer, Alaska - 15 mi South
Diamond Ridge, Alaska - 12 mi South
Ninilchik, Alaska - 24 mi North
Happy Valley, Alaska - 35 mi North
Soldotna, Alaska - 76 mi North
Kenai, Alaska - 82 mi North
Sterling, Alaska - 83 mi North
Cooper Landing, Alaska - 118 mi Northeast
Seward, Alaska - 170 mi Northeast
Anchorage, Alaska - 225 mi Northeast
Anchor Point, Alaska Climate and Weather Overview
Month Avg High (°F) Avg Low (°F) Avg Precipitation (in)
January 28 17 2.0 April 43 29 1.2 July 63 49 2.1 October 44 34 2.4 Annual 45 33 22.0
Climate Attribute Details
Climate Classification (Köppen) Dfc - Subarctic Climate Annual Precipitation Approximately 22 inches Annual Sunshine Days Approximately 155 days Winter Weather Risk High Snow, Ice and Coastal Storm Risk Average Snowfall Approximately 70 inches annually
Driving Distances from Anchor Point, Alaska
City State Distance (mi) Approx. Drive Time
Homer Alaska 15 20 min Diamond Ridge Alaska 12 15 min Ninilchik Alaska 24 30 min Happy Valley Alaska 35 40 min Soldotna Alaska 76 1 hr 20 min Kenai Alaska 82 1 hr 30 min Sterling Alaska 83 1 hr 30 min Cooper Landing Alaska 118 2 hr 15 min Seward Alaska 170 3 hr 30 min Anchorage Alaska 225 4 hr 30 min
Transportation and Connectivity in Anchor Point, Alaska
Nearest Airport Homer Airport IATA Code HOM Major Highway Sterling Highway (Alaska Route 1) Marine Access Beach-Launched Boat Operations on Cook Inlet Public Transit Limited Regional Transportation Services
Anchor Point is the westernmost point on the North American highway system.
The Sterling Highway connects the community with Soldotna, Kenai and Anchorage.
Commercial fishing and tourism are major economic activities.
Homer Airport provides regional air connections for residents and visitors.
The community offers direct access to Cook Inlet fishing and recreation opportunities.
Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Anchor Point, Alaska
Landmark Name Type
Anchor Point Beach Beach Cook Inlet Viewpoint Scenic Viewpoint North Fork Trail System Hiking Area Anchor River State Recreation Area Recreation Area Stariski Creek Area Fishing Area Homer Spit Nearby Attraction Kachemak Bay State Park State Park Deep Creek Recreation Area Outdoor Recreation Area Ninilchik Historic Village Historic Site Cook Inlet Beluga Viewing Areas Wildlife Area
Colleges and Universities Near Anchor Point, Alaska
Institution Name Type Distance Notable For
Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay Campus Community College 15 mi Higher education and workforce programs Kenai Peninsula College - Kenai River Campus Community College 76 mi Academic transfer programs University of Alaska Anchorage Public University 225 mi Research and professional education Alaska Pacific University Private University 225 mi Environmental studies and liberal arts University of Alaska Fairbanks Public University 580 mi Arctic and scientific research
Waterbodies in and Near Anchor Point, Alaska
Cook Inlet, Anchor River, Stariski Creek, Deep Creek, Kachemak Bay, Kenai River, Beluga Lake, Skilak Lake, Tustumena Lake, Ninilchik River
Golf Courses in and Near Anchor Point, Alaska
Fireweed Meadows Golf Course, Cottonwood Creek Golf Course, Bird Homestead Golf Course, Kenai Golf Course, Birch Ridge Golf Course, Settlers Bay Golf Course, Moose Run Golf Course, Palmer Golf Course
Anchor Point, Alaska - Key Historical Facts
Anchor Point received its name from a large anchor reportedly lost offshore by a sailing vessel in the late nineteenth century.
The area was historically used by Indigenous peoples for fishing and seasonal activities.
Homesteaders and commercial fishermen settled the region during the early twentieth century.
The community developed around fishing, agriculture and transportation along the Kenai Peninsula.
Anchor Point became known for its unique beach-based commercial fishing operations on Cook Inlet.
Today, the community is recognized for salmon fishing, wildlife viewing and panoramic views of volcanoes across Cook Inlet.
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