![The Arctic Circle is one of the five major circles of latitude that mark maps of the Earth. As of 16 February 2015, it runs 66°33′45.6″ north of the Equator.
The region north of this circle is known as the Arctic, and the zone just to the south is called the Northern Temperate Zone. The equivalent polar circle in the Southern Hemisphere is called the Antarctic Circle.
The Arctic Circle is the southernmost latitude in the Northern Hemisphere at which the sun can remain continuously above or below the horizon for 24 hours (at the June solstice and December solstice respectively). North of the Arctic Circle, the sun is above the horizon for 24 continuous hours at least once per year (and therefore visible at midnight) and below the horizon for 24 continuous hours at least once per year (and therefore not visible at noon). On the Arctic Circle those events occur, in principle, exactly once per year, at the June and December solstices, respectively. However, in practice, because of atmospheric refraction and mirages, and because the sun appears as a disk and not a point, part of the midnight sun may be seen on the night of the northern summer solstice up to about 50′ (90 km (56 mi)) south of the Arctic Circle; similarly, on the day of the northern winter solstice, part of the sun may be seen up to about 50′ north of the Arctic Circle. That is true at sea level; those limits increase with elevation above sea level, although in mountainous regions there is often no direct view of the true horizon.
The position of the Arctic Circle is not fixed. It directly depends on the Earth's axial tilt, which fluctuates within a margin of 2° over a 40,000-year period,[2] notably due to tidal forces resulting from the orbit of the Moon. The Arctic Circle is currently drifting northwards at a speed of about 15 m (49 ft) per year; see Circle of latitude for more information.
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Creekside Cottage near Daniel's Lake
Nikiski
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (86)
"Great place to stay while in the area. Very clean, quiet and great communication from the owners. "
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Evenson Heritage Lodge
Kenai
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12)
"We had a ball at this place, well appointed, clean, great views and a charming couple that runs it."
Michael M.
Built in 2021. Beautiful Wooded Lot. Minutes to Kenai, Soldotna & Kasiloff.
Soldotna
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (64)
"Great location and comfortable home! Thoroughly enjoyed our stay!"
Melanie C.
The price is ￥11,867
￥32,236 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Cute & Cozy Cabin @ Moose Tracks Lodging
Kenai
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (16)
"Great little cabin, clean, quiet, and nicely appointed "
Marjorie
Peaceful unit on beautiful wooded Lot. Minutes to Kenai, Soldotna & Kasiloff.
Soldotna
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (39)
"Very clean. Excellent location for fishing and sightseeing. Quiet neighborhood. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay."
Andrew M.
The price is ￥9,308
￥22,277 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Walt's Point cabin on the gorgeous Kenai River in Soldotna..Alaska's Playground!
Soldotna
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12)
"The location of this property is phenomenal. Right where you want to be when the sockeye are running. Had a great family vacation!"
Matthew S.
Fishy-Fishy Townhome, 2BR/2BA
Kenai
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (30)
"Comfy property, exactly as described. Excellent location to explore the area."
Alfredo F.
The price is ￥14,756
￥31,511 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Close to Soldotna, large home on the Kenai River. Sleeps 15, 7 bedrooms, 6 bath
Soldotna
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (9)
"A wonderful property with amazing fishing on the back deck and a great location!!!We had a great stay and thankful we had access to the freezer, caught or limit everyday."
Dustin O.
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