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Within Anchorage boundaries lies Chugach State Park, the third-largest state park in the nation. Listed as one of America's Best Top 10 State Parks, the Chugach boasts 200 miles of year-round trails, more than 50 glaciers and great wildlife viewing. The half-million-acre park is rich in recreational opportunities, with some of Alaska's most accessible hiking, biking, camping, trail running, climbing, skiing and snowmobiling.

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Kayaking isn't only for saltwater. You can paddle local lakes and take in the fall foliage.
Kayaking isn't only for saltwater. You can paddle local lakes and take in the fall foliage. ©Visit Anchorage/Roy Neese
Flattop Mountain is the most-climbed peak in Alaska, and it's just minutes from downtown Anchorage.
Flattop Mountain is the most-climbed peak in Alaska, and it's just minutes from downtown Anchorage.
Award-winning panoramas await skiers on Mount Alyeska.
Award-winning panoramas await skiers on Mount Alyeska. ©ATIA/MattHage
It's not uncommon to see moose along trails, in parks and in neighborhoods across Anchorage.
It's not uncommon to see moose along trails, in parks and in neighborhoods across Anchorage. ©Wade Carroll
King salmon weighing in at more than 50 pounds have been caught at Ship Creek, located in downtown Anchorage.
King salmon weighing in at more than 50 pounds have been caught at Ship Creek, located in downtown Anchorage. ©Visit Anchorage/Andy Sorensen
The glassy waters of Alaska's Turnagain Arm and its famous bore tide draw visitors from around the world.
The glassy waters of Alaska's Turnagain Arm and its famous bore tide draw visitors from around the world. ©ATIA/Michael DeYoung
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