Anchorage Parks & Gardens

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This state park is just east of Anchorage, and offers some of the most accessible wilderness in Alaska. There are campgrounds, day-use facilities, hiking trails, and areas for skiing, dog-sledding, ice-climbing, and snowmobiling.

Address: Eagle River Road; Miles 12 and 26 Glenn Highway | Anchorage, AK
Telephone: 1 907 694-7982

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Alaska Botanical Garden

Discover the flora native to south central Alaska at the Alaska Botanical Garden, a spruce and birch woodland. Open year-round, visitors can enjoy picnics, walking, hiking and skiing through the gardens. Guided tours are offered from June to August.

Address: 4601 Campbell Airstrip Rd. | Anchorage, AK | 99507
Telephone: 1 907 770-3692

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Earthquake Park

In 1964, the Good Friday Earthquake devastated south central Alaska, measuring 9.2 on the Richter scale. A walk through Earthquake Park features interpretive displays explaining the event and the geography of the region effected by the quake. Located on the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail, this park offers good views of the city along with Mount McKinley and Cook Inlet.

Address: West end of Northern Lights Boulevard | Anchorage, AK

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Goose Lake Park

This scenic park is home to Paddleboat Cafe and a host of activities for all ages. Summer activities include biking, swimming, basketball, paddleboating, volleyball, croquet, baseball, horseshoes and badminton. Winter activities include ice skating, bike racing, broomball, pond hockey and skiing.

Address: 2811 UAA Drive | Anchorage, AK | 99508
Telephone: 1 907 337-5741

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Resolution Park

Named after Captain Cook's ship, Resolution Park features a lookout point offering views of Cook Inlet and mountain ranges. A monument of Cook, complete with biographical information is also found onsite.

Address: Third Avenue at L Street | Anchorage, AK

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Kincaid Park

Visitors and locals can take advantage of Kincaid Park, offering a wooded area filled with trails and green spaces for picnics and other outdoor activities. Located next to the park is the Kincaid Outdoor Center, which has several rooms/spaces available for rent to host weddings, picnics, company functions and other events. Access to the park is via the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail or Raspberry Road.

Address: W. Raspberry Road | Anchorage, AK

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Potter Marsh

Potter Marsh is a wildlife viewing area and popular birding spot located in south Anchorage, 10 mi (16 km) from downtown. A boardwalk in the park provides better views and is lined with interpretive signs.

Address: Seward Highway | Anchorage, AK
Telephone: 1 907 267-2556

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Big Game Alaska Wildlife Center

This is a drive-through or walk-through wildlife center located just outside of Alaska. They provide care for injured animals, and educational information and programs on Alaska's wildlife.

Telephone: 1 907 783-2025

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