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Portage Lake Overlook
Tourist attraction
👍👍 Stopped here while on a wildlife & glacier tour. This place was beyond beautiful & breathtaking. Can’t even explain the colors you see here, the pics do no justice. You have to go & see for yourself!!!
4.90 (106 reviews)
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Arctic Valley Overlook
Scenic spot
👍👍 Arctic Valley Overlook is a must-visit spot in Anchorage. The view from the overlook is absolutely breathtaking, with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. It's a great spot for hiking, picnicking, or just enjoying the scenery. The trail to the overlook is well-maintained and not...
4.90 (92 reviews)
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Campbell Creek Science Center
Science museum
👍👍 I give this place 5 stars not just because of the beauty of the facility or the wonderdul educational programs, but also because of the customer service and the exceptional people who work here. I was in a bind with lost car keys and phone locked in my car and Eric Stewart and the other ranger worki...
4.90 (34 reviews)
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Chugach State Park
State park
Massive park with coastline, mountains, glaciers & lakes, plus camping, a ski area & nature center.
4.80 (2.4K reviews)
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Kincaid Park
Park
Hiking, biking & skiing along groomed trails (a third of which are lit) in a rolling, forested area.
4.80 (2.1K reviews)
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Flattop / Glen Alps Trailhead Parking
Parking lot
👍👍 Me and the dogs went for a hike today. They were on leash most of the time as we didn't stray too far from the power line trail.
It was a beautiful day out there. Lots of trees and running water 💧. Tons of people out there on Sunday July 3rd weekend of 2022.
If ya wantnto get a full view of th...
4.80 (739 reviews)
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Anchorage 2 mile park and walking trail
Park
👍👍 We had a wonderful walk through this pristine walking trail. Spotted a Doe and her fawn. Took some great pictures along the way. Everyone we encountered said hello as they past.
4.80 (139 reviews)
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Carr-Gottstein Park
City park
👍👍 Holy Smokes!! I have lived in this City since 1998 and boy was this day remarkable. How did I miss this gem of a park. I almost don't even want to tell anyone about it. But.... there were several cars parked at the entrance (which is in the middle of a street between neighborhoods.... really gorgeo...
4.80 (128 reviews)
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Kincaid Sand Dunes Park
City park
👍👍 The Kincaid Sand Dunes Park is a short walk from the parking lot. When making your way to this parking lot, if you’ve reached the parking lot for the moto cross park, you’ve gone too far.
There are two different trail paths to descend upon from the correct parking lot. Make sure to take the path th...
4.80 (99 reviews)
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Portage Glacier
Tourist attraction
👍👍 If you have a kayak, canoe, or a good pair of hiking boots you can reach Portage Glacier in an hour or two. If you want to see Portage Glacier in less than an hour then you should take the Portage Glacier Cruise. Portage Lake will freeze during the winter, so it's possible to ski to Portage Glacie...
4.80 (66 reviews)
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Anchorage Veterans’ Memorial
Memorial park
👍👍 Beautifully executed artwork! I appreciate how they include names of soldiers from different wars. A well thought out memorial.
4.80 (66 reviews)
15
Beach Lake Chalet
Park
👍👍 Great place for a newbie to try XC skiing, and it was beautiful! Easy loop from the chalet. Will return to check out the many other trails.
4.80 (38 reviews)
17
Beluga Point
Tourist attraction
Scenic turnout & popular whale-watching spot, with paved parking, telescopes & interpretive signs.
4.70 (2.1K reviews)
19
Alaska Botanical Garden
Botanical garden
Trails guide visitors through a boreal forest to 11 acres of cultivated gardens with native flora.
4.70 (736 reviews)
20
McHugh Creek Day Use Area
Park
Waterfront park offering walking & hiking trails, picnic areas & scenic views of Turnagain Arm.
4.70 (526 reviews)