What: The state’s capital, worth visiting for the number of activities from hiking, biking, and exploring a beautiful downtown. When to go: Can be accessed year round; worth going in the summer between May and October. How to get there: https://goo.gl/maps/u5aeXuR4214oq7mK9Juneau is only accesible via flying in! Tips: There are so many amazing hiking trails…
What: One of the most popular paved biking trails between Anchorage and Girdwood, offering amazing views of Turnagain Arm throughout. When to go: Ideally accessed after the snow has melted, between the summer months of May to October. How to get there: https://goo.gl/maps/tJ4cvqQ7ZtvBn2EJA Tips: The ride is roughly 13 miles one way – most people…
What: A stunning lake between Eagle River and Palmer that offers a huge area to explore via kayak. When to go: Ideally accessed in the summer months between May and October. How to get there: https://goo.gl/maps/JnktezUdmdcfAwby9 Tips: Even if you don’t have your own kayaks, there is a rental place usually open that lets you…
What: A beautiful trail meandering through the woods in Girdwood. Full trail is 6.4 miles with 1200 ft of elevation gain rated as Easy. When to go: This trail is best done in the summer between May and October when all the greenery is out, but can be a fun hike to explore in the…
What: Great trail along the Turnagain Arm section between Anchorage and Seward. 7.8 miles with 2400 ft of elevation gain rated as Moderate. When to go: Fairly popular trail that’s worth checking out both in summer and winter months. Should take roughly 4 hours for the full out and back hike. How to get there:…
What: A beautiful lake off the parks highway, offering unparalleled views of the Denali mountain on a clear day. When to go: Ideally accessed in the peak summer months between June and September. How to get there: https://goo.gl/maps/4WuZjXaGfHfXZh456 Tips: Even if you don’t have your own kayak, there is a company that offers rentals right…
What: A beautiful valley in the Chugach range near Anchorage, worth checking out as a day hike or overnight backpack trip. When to go: Ideally accessed in the summer months between May and October. How to get there: https://goo.gl/maps/QkJYd1MN8SggjS697 Tips: There are a few different routes to get to the Williwaw Lakes – best bet…
What: A beautiful lake with a tidewater glacier, worth exploring via kayak to enjoy many of the waterfalls and beaches around the lake. When to go: Ideally accessed in the peaks ummer months between June and September. How to get there: https://goo.gl/maps/ffj9o2BdrNKisuWs7 Tips: There is a small parking lot (at the link above) which has…
What: Stunning hike leading from the Kennecott mine in McCarthy. 6.5 miles with 900 ft of elevation gain rated as moderate. When to go: Ideally accessed in the summer months of May to October given the accessibility challenges to get to McCarthy. Should take roughly 3 hours for the total hike. How to get there:…
What: One of the most beautiful rivers in the state located between Cooper Landing and Soldota. Well worth checking out via raft to enjoy the scenery and some fishing. When to go: Ideally accessed in the peak summer months between June and September. How to get there: https://goo.gl/maps/bRXeMDeYS6CXLiKq6 Tips: Your best bet is to drop…