Outdoor Adventures
Anchorage is your gateway to Alaska’s great outdoors. Find the best hiking trails, fishing spots, wildlife viewing areas, glacier tours, and backcountry adventures. See our full guide to things to do in Anchorage for how outdoor time fits into a broader trip.
Anchorage sits at 61°N latitude — directly under the auroral oval — making it one of the most accessible northern lights destinations in North America.
Where to bike near Anchorage in 2026 — the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail, Kincaid Park singletrack, Far North Bicentennial Park, and where to rent bikes.
Anchorage has more moose per square mile than any other city — and spotting one on a morning trail walk is easier than you'd think. Here's where to look.
Your guide to whale watching near Anchorage — from Cook Inlet beluga whales to Kenai Fjords humpbacks and orcas, with tour picks and seasonal tips.
Eleven miles of paved path from downtown Anchorage to Kincaid Park along Cook Inlet — beluga views, moose, Denali on clear days, year-round.
Your moose watching guide for Anchorage — top spots in the city and on trails, plus calving season safety tips and the best times of day to look.
Alaska's premier wildlife facility on the Seward Highway, just 45 minutes from Anchorage. Brown bears, musk oxen, wolves, caribou, and more on 45 acres.
Everything you need for a ski day at Alyeska Resort in Girdwood — Alaska's top mountain with 2,500 ft vertical, the tram, and conifer-lined runs.
Your guide to the Matanuska Glacier day trip — walk on the ice 2 hours from Anchorage, guided tours, gear tips, and the best season to visit.
Aurora season in Anchorage runs August through March. The right forecasting app and a dark-sky drive can put northern lights overhead on any clear night.