Outdoor Adventures

Anchorage is the gateway to some of the most spectacular scenery in Alaska — and the best of it lies within a two-hour drive. Seward and the Kenai Peninsula to the south, Girdwood 45 minutes away, and the Matanuska-Susitna Valley an hour to the north are all achievable as day trips without guides, bush planes, […]

Alaska's marine waters rank among the most productive whale habitats on Earth. Cold, nutrient-rich upwellings around glacial fjords and tidal inlets fuel massive food chains — herring, capelin...

Anchorage is a runner's city — 130+ miles of trails, a culture that runs year-round through ice and midnight sun, and some of the most scenic routes you'll find anywhere.

Discover the best hiking trails near Anchorage for summer 2026 — Flattop, Powerline Pass, Crow Pass, Kincaid, and more. Tips for all skill levels.

Plan your Anchorage salmon trip: Ship Creek kings, Bird Creek silvers, Campbell Creek pinks plus charter options. Gear tips and licensing inside.

Complete guide to Eagle River bear viewing trails near Anchorage. Safety tips, best times, equipment recommendations, and trail access for Alaska wildlife viewing.

Plan spring hiking in Anchorage with 10 trails for late April and May, plus trail-condition notes, safety tips, gear ideas, and a practical packing list.

Cook Inlet's ~280 endangered belugas hunt salmon within sight of Anchorage. Best pullouts, tides, and tips for spotting them from the Seward Highway in 2026.

The Denali Park Road bus is the only way into the park's spectacular interior. Here's your complete 2026 guide — VTS vs. Camper Bus, how to book on reservations.gov, what to pack, and what wildlife to expect on the road.

Walk on the largest car-accessible glacier in the US, just 100 miles from Anchorage. 2026 guide: tour operators, gear checklist, and what to expect on the ice.