Gull Rock Trail, an old wagon road ... and the Creekbend Company attracts some popular Alaska bands for nighttime entertainment. Just over 120 miles away, Seward could make a nice day trip ...

Of course, Homer isn't the only Alaskan city with culture and nature in equal measure -- you can also check out Unalaska, a hidden island city in Alaska with remote charm and wild trails.

The Aleutian Islands have some of Alaska's most beautiful scenery and are home to places like Adak, an island of black sand .