Condé Nast TravelerOct 2, 2025
7 Adventurous Things to Do in Anchorage, Alaska
Wildlife, glaciers, and salmon fishing aren't only in the backcountry.
Located in Chugach State Park, offers biking and hiking
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- Lake Hood Seaplane BaseAirportLargest float plane hub in the world
- Rust’s Flying ServicePlaceOne of Alaska's largest operators, founded in 1963
- The Lakefront Anchorage HotelHotelOffers a front row seat for dining
- Mt. Alyeska ResortSightAlaska's biggest ski resort with Veilbreaker Skybridges
- Chugach National ForestSightRemote part with Spencer Lake and Glacier
- Alaska RailroadPlaceOffers scenic train day trips to glaciers
- Spencer Glacier Whistle StopPlaceTrain trip in Chugach National Forest
- Chugach AdventuresPlaceGuides on the Placer River
- Eklutna LakeSightLocated in Chugach State Park, offers biking and hiking
- Lifetime AdventuresPlaceOffers biking and hiking at Eklutna Lake
- Bluewater BasecampHotelModern chalet offering rest and relaxation
- Ship CreekSightUrban spot for catching fresh, wild salmon
- The Bait ShackPlaceFull-service tackle shop by Ship Creek
- OrsoRestaurantServes Alaska salmon or orange pistachio halibut
- Kincaid ParkParkPark for wildlife viewing and biking
- Pablo's Bike RentalsPlaceRents bikes for the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail
- Tony Knowles Coastal TrailTrailScenic 22-mile biking path skirting Cook Inlet
- 49th State Brewing CompanyRestaurantWelcome to The Forty-Ninth State Tap into Alaska our Beer • Proudly Brewed In Alaska 907 Pale Ale Frontier-Style Pale…
- Alaska Helicopter ToursPlaceOffers helicopter tours, glacier landings, and lodge stays