I almost never know where I’m going when I get to the Glen Alps parking lot, yet somehow I always manage to find myself exactly where I want to be. Sometimes a long jog out Powerline Pass leads me to an encounter with a stealthy coyote; others it’s an after-work quad blaster up Flattop Mountain…
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If New York is the city that never sleeps, Anchorage is the municipality that never sleeps in. Ask the locals. On summertime weekends, it’s common for folks to get up far earlier than usual in order to take advantage of every possible hour of recreational opportunity. And if you’ve got enough…
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How dark does it get in Anchorage during the longest night of the year? Bright downtown streets and snow-capped Chugach peaks ensure there's always plenty of light to be found — even on winter solstice, when the city is draped in nearly 19 hours of night. Follow Alaskan artist and filmmaker Max…
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Anchorage has no shortage of beautiful sights, from the colorful murals painted by local artists, decorating neighborhood walls to the fields of fireweed waving in the wind, marking the end of summer. As the seasons change and autumn is upon us, the birch and cottonwood trees turn from hues of…
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Go chasing waterfalls: The Anchorage area has several scenic favorites from which to choose. Feel the cool mist from a mountain stream, breathe fresh air, and see glimpses of rainbows sparkling in the spray. Anchorage waterfalls can be reached by foot from several trailheads to the north and south…
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There’s nothing quite like a summer in Anchorage: Think long, sun-soaked days, and cool breezes rolling off mountain peaks so close you really can touch them. Dream about a city stream teeming with wild king salmon, and downtown parks overflowing with live music and lush flower beds. Envision serene…
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The largest city in the biggest state in the country offers wide-open opportunities for larger-than-life summer adventures. Plan the perfect Alaska vacation or staycation with these Anchorage-area activities, attractions, and experiences. Explore the Moose Loop. This 32-mile route around…
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Anchorage is surrounded by mountain peaks like Denali, pristine glaciers, and sparkling waters. Ready to take it all in? These scenic spots near Anchorage have some of the best views of Alaska. Captain Cook Monument On the coastal edge of downtown, this pavilion is the spot for views of Cook Inlet…
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If you are looking for Alaska’s top activities and attractions, look no farther than Anchorage. Consider the top 20 things to do in Anchorage as you plan a visit and make the trip complete. Find Moose There are more than a thousand of these iconic, antlered animals in Anchorage alone. Spend a…
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Alaska is laced with glaciers, and Anchorage makes it easy to see some of the best. With approximately 60 glaciers located within just 50 miles of the city, there are plentiful options for icy exploration by foot, air, road, or boat. Traveling independently? Remember glaciers are powerful and…
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