Supplements: The name Ninilchik is thought to originate from the Dena'ina Athabaskan word meaning "Lodge is Built Place." The new Tikahtnu Heights Subdivision overlooks the Cook Inlet just south of Ninilchik, near hunting and fishing grounds that have long sustained Alaskans. Tikahtnu is the Dena'ina word for Cook Inlet and means "Big Water River." The area has ... (Read more) The name Ninilchik is thought to originate from the Dena'ina Athabaskan word meaning "Lodge is Built Place." The new Tikahtnu Heights Subdivision overlooks the Cook Inlet just south of Ninilchik, near hunting and fishing grounds that have long sustained Alaskans. Tikahtnu is the Dena'ina word for Cook Inlet and means "Big Water River." The area has long been a meeting place for the indigenous peoples of the region. This new road was to Kenai Peninsula Borough standards and will be maintained year-round. Homer Electric Association has installed underground electric for the new subdivision. Enjoy the morning sunshine as it filters through the trees to the yard of your lovely home in the vibrant Community of Ninilchik! Also: · Less than a mile away from Deep Creek State Recreation Area and boat launch · One mile south of the Kenai Peninsula Fairgrounds · Plenty of wildlife in the area, including moose, black bear and eagles · Less than 1 hour drive from Homer, Kenai or Soldotna