What: A fun hike in Chugiak leading up to an amazing view of the surrounding valleys. 4 miles with 2000 ft of elevation gain rated as Moderate. When to go: Can be accessed year round; worth doing on a clear day to get a full view of Denali in the distance. Takes roughly 2 hours….
What: An easy family friendly boat tour on Portage lake that takes you right up to the face of Portage glacier. When to go: The tour only runs in the summer months typically between June and September. Total boat tour takes roughly 1 hour. How to get there: https://goo.gl/maps/4ujD78rHoxri8s9L6 (where to buy the tickets)Link to…
What: One of the premier rivers for salmon fishing in the Mat-Su area. From kings to reds, the river offers plenty of great catches. When to go: Accessed in the summer months between May and October. Keep a watch on fish counts to time your trip appropriately. How to get there: There are many spots…
What: Beautiful small town located in interior Alaska with plenty of small shops, restaurants, bars, and tours worth checking out. When to go: Can be accessed year round, but best to go during the beautiful summer months between June and September. How to get there: https://goo.gl/maps/3Emj6JaZqGvhuyrP7Most people will drive to Talkeetna from Anchorage or Fairbanks;…
What: Several deepsea fishing charter companies offering anywhere from half day to full day trips to catch halibut, rockfish, salmon, etc. When to go: The fishing season typically runs between May and September. How to get there: https://goo.gl/maps/Z662Jzkj8wCFEiXx7 Tips: There are many many different charters that take you on a day long fishing trip; do…
What: One of the most beautiful bays in the state, well worth checking out via kayaking. You can rent a kayak in the town of whittier and go explore as far out as you want. When to go: Ideally accessed in the summer months between May and October. How to get there: https://goo.gl/maps/VChygQMSn9Lv1qQi6 Tips: Given…
What: Both Seward and Homer offer tremendous opportunities to go whale watching – you can spot everything from gray whales, humpbacks, and orcas. When to go: Each of the whales has a season – gray whales and humpbacks usually early in the summer and orcas being around most of the summer. How to get there:…
What: Beautiful coastal town at the base of the stunning Resurrection Bay with plenty of restaurants, bars, trails, camping spots, and activities. When to go: Can be accessed year round, but best accessed during the peak summer months of June to September. How to get there: https://goo.gl/maps/1Z9qgZaUQL5D33eeAMost people will drive to get there, but there…
What: Every year a huge run of red salmon comes up Resurrection Bay to swim up river. During this window in early June you can catch fish right off the shoreline in Seward way late into the night with the endless summer sun. When to go: Snag fishing season typically runs just a few weekends…
What: Portage creek is one of the most accesible streams to kayak/paddle within an hour of Anchorage. When to go: Worth going in the summer months when the river levels are just right and the water temperature is not too cold, typically between July and September. How to get there: https://goo.gl/maps/qH9MfnLDSDBcHrhW6 The best place to…