Most tourists making a summer trip to Alaska will pass through Anchorage on their way to cruises, Denali National Park and other scenic adventures. While in Alaska’s biggest city, also home to the state’s largest airport, there are plenty of free things to do. Here are a few.
TONY KNOWLES COASTAL TRAIL
This is the gem of the city’s extensive trail system, which boasts more than 120 miles (193 kilometers) of paved trails.
The coastal trail is accessible from many points in downtown Anchorage, and takes walkers or joggers about a mile and a half (2.4 kilometers) to the scenic Westchester Lagoon. However, earlier this summer a bridge collapsed near the lagoon so there’s a slight detour off-trail through neighborhoods.
If you make it to the lagoon with energy to burn, the trail continues for another 9 miles (14 kilometers) to Kincaid Park. Moose sightings are more likely as you go by Earthquake Park – which offers great views of downtown Anchorage draped under the Chugach Mountains – and Point Woronzof.
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