Once upon a time you got to this beach by cutting through the ski trails (which turn to walking and biking trails in the summer). But now, it's easily accessed via an unpaved offshoot of the paved coastal trail.

Please be careful, though. Alaska has extreme tidal differentials, and when the tide is out, the mudflats it uncovers look like they might be fun to walk on. But they turn to quicksand as the cold water rushes back in, and people have drowned when they were stuck in the mud. Play it safe and stay off the mud entirely.

Lisa

September 12, 2023

Cycling

You'll probably have to dismount your bike at the intersection with the Coastal Trail and walk it the rest of the way here (or leave it tied up and locked …

Lael

June 21, 2020

Cycling

This is a unique beach access in Anchorage with the highest tide in the US.

The rocky beach area leads out to the mudflats. This is a beautiful place to watch the sunset.

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Lekisch Lighted, Beach Trail, and Middle Earth Loop

4.30km

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Hike the easy 2.7-mile Lekisch Lighted, Beach Trail, and Middle Earth Loop in Anchorage, Alaska, with 272 feet of elevation gain.

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Tony Knowles Coastal Trail

3.34km

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Hike the easy 2.1-mile Tony Knowles Coastal Trail in Kincaid Park, offering scenic views of Cook Inlet and the Chugach Mountains.

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Moose Point – Kincaid Beach loop from Hole 1

5.76km

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Anchorage, Alaska, United States

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