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More than 200 city parks dot Anchorage, and the third-largest state park in the nation, Chugach State Park, is minutes away. From picnics and outdoor concerts to backcountry skiing and epic hiking, this city's parks beckon explorers of all stripes. 

Related Interests: State & National Parks | Outdoor Recreation | Summer Recreation | Winter Recreation | Hiking | Biking | Skiing |

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The Anchorage Downtown Partnership hosts Music in the Park Wednesdays and Fridays in summer.
The Anchorage Downtown Partnership hosts Music in the Park Wednesdays and Fridays in summer. ©Visit Anchorage/Roy Neese
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