Popular places to visit

Kincaid Park
Explore the lovely green spaces of Kincaid Park and enjoy the hiking trails in Anchorage. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Alyeska Ski Resort
Be thrilled with high-speed winter activity while skiing the Chugach Mountains at this resort. Enjoy year-round attractions and astonishing views.

Alaska Native Heritage Center
Go on a dog team ride and meet the racers and husky pups, as you learn about the many groups of Alaskan Natives.

Anchorage Museum
One of the largest museums in Alaska is also one of its best, telling the stories of Alaska Native cultures and displaying artworks from this stunning state.

Prince William Sound
Explore this protected island-dotted sound, where the waters and coastline host an incredible range of wildlife including whales, bears and otters.

Chugach State Park
Encounter huge lakes surrounded by mountains, glaciers and waterfalls in one of the largest state parks in the United States.
Things to do

Tony Knowles Coastal Trail Scenic Bike Tour - MOST POPULAR

Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage

Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour
Top hotels in Sand Lake

Jewel Lake Bed and Breakfast
Reviewed on 3 Jul, 2025

Westmark Anchorage Hotel
Reviewed on 17 Jul, 2025

Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
Reviewed on 19 Jul, 2025

Puffin Inn of Anchorage
Reviewed on 18 Jul, 2025

The Lakefront Anchorage
Reviewed on 15 Jul, 2025

Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
Reviewed on 19 Jul, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sand Lake

Turnagain
If you're spending some time in Turnagain, Prince William Sound and Lake Hood Harbor are top sights worth seeing.

Taku - Campbell
While visiting Taku - Campbell, you might make a stop by sights like Dimond Center and Campbell Creek Greenbelt Park.

Bayshore - Klatt
If you're spending some time in Bayshore - Klatt, Dimond Center and Campbell Lake are top sights worth seeing.

Spenard
Abundant dining options and lake views are well-reviewed features of Spenard. Make a stop by top sights like Arctic Benson Park while you're exploring the area.

Midtown Anchorage
Travellers come to Midtown Anchorage for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Z.J. Loussac Library - Main Branch and Cinemark Century Anchorage 16 while you're in town.

North Star
While visiting North Star, you might make a stop by sights like Wells Fargo Alaska Heritage Library and Museum and Wells Fargo History Museum.