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Gigantic mountains, a half-million acre state park, 300 miles of hiking and biking trails, world-class sport fishing for BIG king salmon, monster veggies growing wildly beneath the midnight sun — It’s no wonder summer travelers quickly knock sleeping off their Anchorage to-do list. Go BIG!

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The waters of Turnagain Arm glisten in the background as a parasailer launches off Mount Alyeska in Girdwood.
The waters of Turnagain Arm glisten in the background as a parasailer launches off Mount Alyeska in Girdwood. ©Roy Neese
A view of the Anchorage skyline and Chugach Mountains from the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail.
A view of the Anchorage skyline and Chugach Mountains from the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail. ©Visit Anchorage/Jody Overstreet
Flattop Mountain, located in Chugach State Park, is a favorite among locals and visitors.
Flattop Mountain, located in Chugach State Park, is a favorite among locals and visitors. ©Visit Anchorage/Jody Overstreet
The world-renowned Prince William Sound, Resurrection Bay and Kachemak Bay all offer outstanding sea kayaking in Southcentral Alaska.
The world-renowned Prince William Sound, Resurrection Bay and Kachemak Bay all offer outstanding sea kayaking in Southcentral Alaska. ©Visit Anchorage
Find visitors and locals working to land a monster salmon at Ship Creek located in the heart of downtown Anchorage.
Find visitors and locals working to land a monster salmon at Ship Creek located in the heart of downtown Anchorage. ©Visit Anchorage/Ken Graham Photography
Bore Tide along the scenic Turnagain Arm.
Bore Tide along the scenic Turnagain Arm. ©Nicole Geils/Visit Anchorage
Join in on a guided nature walk of the Rodak Nature Trail at the Eagle River Nature Center.
Join in on a guided nature walk of the Rodak Nature Trail at the Eagle River Nature Center. ©ATIA/Matt Hage
Rainbow trout grow to enormous size in the rivers of Southcentral Alaska.
Rainbow trout grow to enormous size in the rivers of Southcentral Alaska. ©istock
Bring the whole family on a rafting trip down the Matanuska River for an exhilarating float mixed with scenery and wildlife viewing.
Bring the whole family on a rafting trip down the Matanuska River for an exhilarating float mixed with scenery and wildlife viewing. ©Visit Anchorage
You're guarateed to see a moose at the Alaska Zoo.
You're guarateed to see a moose at the Alaska Zoo. ©Alaska Zoo/John Gomes
The annual Mayor's Marathon is held during summer solstice activities in Anchorage and runs from East Anchorage, along the foothills of the Chugach Range to a finish near Westchester Lagoon south of downtown.
The annual Mayor's Marathon is held during summer solstice activities in Anchorage and runs from East Anchorage, along the foothills of the Chugach Range to a finish near Westchester Lagoon south of downtown. ©Visit Anchorage/Roy Neese
Head out into the backwoods of Alaska on an ATV tour.
Head out into the backwoods of Alaska on an ATV tour. ©ATIA/Matt Hage
Spectacular scenery, wildlife sightings and tee times as late as 10 p.m. treat golfers in Anchorage.
Spectacular scenery, wildlife sightings and tee times as late as 10 p.m. treat golfers in Anchorage. ©Visit Anchorage/Jody Overstreet
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Horsin' Around Anchorage
Sled dog teams may be more iconic in Alaska, but horses played their own role in Gold Rush Alaska. Saddle up in Anchorage for the ride of your life.
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Berry Picking Near Anchorage
Cranberries, salmon berries, and mountains of blueberries! Anchorage trails truly represent the bounties of nature – spectacular views, wildlife and giant trailside patches of sweet, juicy berries....
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Bird Watchers Flock to Anchorage
Surrounded by wilderness, Anchorage offers a world of opportunity for Alaska bird watching in an ecological setting. 
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Bicycling: It’s How Anchorage Rolls
Mountain or tandem, city slicker or rim runner, cycling in Anchorage leads to great (and inexpensive) adventure on the city’s nationally-recognized trail system.
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Anchorage and Alaska Fishing Hotspots
The dream of landing a trophy fish lures people from around the globe to Anchorage, where urban angling is just a stone’s throw from downtown.
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Bear Viewing near Anchorage
Visitors looking for guaranteed and authentic bear viewing experience have some options while visiting Anchorage.
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Summer Dog Sledding: Hot Dogs, Cool rides
It doesn’t have to be winter to drive a dog sled in Alaska. Get a taste of the one of the north’s greatest adventures in summer too!
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Anchorage Geocaching Journeys
Explore Anchorage on a high-tech treasure hunt! Geocaching combines riddles, puzzles, geography and sleuthing skills in a seek-and-find game, perfect for an individual, family or group.
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Golf Under the Midnight Sun
The arctic phenomenon known as the Midnight Sun is what makes golfing in Anchorage truly distinctive. The Alaska golf season usually runs May through September and with the midnight sun, tee times...
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Anchorage Hiking and Wilderness Trails
Folding into the foothills of East Anchorage, the Chugach Mountains provide some of the most accessible hiking, camping, wildlife viewing and climbing areas in Alaska.
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Mushroom Picking near Anchorage
Southcentral Alaska is great mushroom picking territory. Spring to fall, mushroom enthusiasts gather several delicious species from forests, hillsides, fields and trails.
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Rafting, Canoeing and Kayaking
Finding wilderness by way of water can be a refreshing and exhilarating way to enjoy summer days in Anchorage. Choose from relaxing and scenic floats, longer and wilder rides, or multi-day wilderness...
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Alaska Wildlife
Grab a pair of binoculars and go WILD in Anchorage. Anchorage wildlife viewing is a year-round attraction, with guaranteed wildlife viewing at close proximity.
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Four-wheeling Around Anchorage
Getting to the unexplored wilderness surrounding Anchorage is easy. Start your engines to enjoy the sights and surroundings of backcountry Alaska.
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Alaska State and National Parks Near Anchorage
"State Park" may sound mundane, but don't be fooled; it's real wilderness - home to Dall sheep, mountain goats, brown bears and several packs of wolves residing on the edge of Anchorage.
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