The History of Clam Gulch

Located on the Kenai Peninsula, Clam Gulch lies on the Sterling Highway 24 miles south of the City of Kenai. It lies at approximately 60° 14' N Latitude, 151° 23' W Longitude (Sec. 29, T002N, R012W, Seward Meridian). The community is located in the Kenai Recording District. The area encompasses 5 sq. miles of land and 5 sq. miles of water.

Reported in 1947 by Barnes and Cobb of the U.S. Geological Survey, it was named after the Clam Gulch ravine. A post office was established in 1950.

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History and map graphic used with permission from the Alaska Department of Community and Economic Development