The Top 20 Lakes in Anchorage Municipality
Looking to visit the best lakes in Anchorage Municipality? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, …
Last updated: September 18, 2025
For most people, the broad, sandy shoreline of Portage Lake marks the turnaround point of this hike — or the perfect picnic spot. The glacier is not terrible active but …
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Portage Pass has been historically used by Alaska Natives, Russian fur traders, and early settlers. Currently it is used as a migratory route for birds and as a recreational opportunity …
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This viewpoint on the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail gives lovely views across Westchester Lagoon towards Anchorage's nearby peaks. On a clear day, you can see towards the Lee Clark National …
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Cook Inlet is a part of the Gulf of Alaska. It stretches northeast for 220 miles and is fed by several rivers. Anchorage offers great views of the Inlet, and …
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About halfway between Portage Pass and Portage lake is Divide Lake, receiving its water from the hills to the north, and shaping the path following it down to Portage Lake, …
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Taku Lake is a favorite feature along the Campbell Creek multi-use trail. People come here to kayak, canoe and fish during the summer. A parking lot nearby offers easy access …
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Technically you are on the east shore of Lake Spenard, but you may often here this lake lumped in as a part of Lake Hood (just to the west). These …
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This is really an old roadbed — not paved, but almost as good as, as long as the weather has been reasonably dry. During spring snowmelt or particularly rainy periods …
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This is a beguiling spot, where a narrow isthmus divides the waters of Eagle and Symphony Lakes. Just as enchanting is the hike to reach the two lakes, featuring some …
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State park with trails along the bay and up into the hills. Great place to rest and have a picnic.
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