What a fantastic place to find on vacation! We were just looking for a scenic lookout to see the mountains and the road ended into the nature center so we decided to have a look around. The staff inside the center were all super-friendly and took the time to listen to our stories and tell their own and recommended a trail based on what we told them. A quarter mile up the trail from the nature center we came to an overlook looking over the river/marsh and there was a huge bull moose in the water munching away on whatever it could dredge up from the water. The scenery is beautiful (even without the moose). Picturesque mountains, a beaver dam, and lush forests made our hike incredible. Everything was impeccably maintained; the nature center, both boardwalks we encountered, and the trails were all perfect. And then, to top it off, our son accidentally left his favorite sweatshirt behind on one of the boardwalks when we continued our hike. We left and didn't notice it was gone. We came back 4 hours later hoping someone turned it in at the nature center. No one had so I took a quick re-hike to retrace our steps. The sweatshirt was exactly where he had left it; no one had touched it the whole time we were gone. Super-cool place and great views. Would hike again!

We took this tour in late June 2024. It ranked very high on our long list of Alaskan Adventures. I think Bob was our tour guide. Accept the offered handkerchief to cover your nose and mouth from dust and be prepared to be covered in dust and I imagine mud if it’s raining. So worth it! The entire trail was beautiful. We were a group of 5, mostly beginners. The pace was quick, and while much of it was exhilarating but not scary, there was a fair bit of adrenaline involved. The short hike to the waterfall was nice, and although we didn’t see wildlife beyond birds, it was still a really beautiful adventure start to finish. We loved crashing through the stream bed and we only saw a few people on the entire trail, so we felt like the forest was ours. I highly recommend this adventure. We came from Anchorage and stopped at the wildlife conservation center before our tour in the afternoon. It was a very reasonable day trip.

It's one of my favorite hiking spots in Alaska! It is located in the heart of Eagle River. There's an easy way and a hard way to get to the top. Once you get to the top, you will be awarded with absolute stunning views!

Great hike, a June 2024 update though. First off, the mud is no more. There are now VERY nice wooden walkways over the mud on middle and last parts of the trail. We went after a 5+ day dry period, minimal wet areas, easily dealt with. There were fish visible near shore on Symphony Lake, opens July 1st, check regulations. We took about 5 hours for the round trip, spent 30 minutes on site.

First of all, I feel weird rating a church but, people need to know about this place. My husband and I grew up protestant. We converted to Orthodox in 2023. We hold this church near to our hearts. The people and Clergy are so humble welcoming and love the Lord. Amazing community. We have attended several weekday vespers and Sunday Liturgies when we're in Anchorage. It was so intimate and inviting. A place to truly worship the Lord. Bishop Alexai, Bishop of Alaska and Sitka, He is such an amazing teacher committed to loving and serving the people of Alaska. We hope in the coming years this church flourishes. God bless.

Amazing drinks and live music! Absolutely love that they are family friendly and have a large enough space to either enjoy some quiet time with friends or dance the night away. Beer is great but also like that they have a variety of N/A and liquor options. And food trucks most nights.

Went in off season. Trail was packed by snow mobiles so no need for snow shoes. It can be easy to miss the return turn (I only caught it because I had a gps) so keep an eye out. Good hike. There was evidence of Moose around. Road to the parking lot is very tight and coming up someone rammed into the drift because they were going too fast and lost control. Once we lost our momentum our 2wd vehicle couldn't make it up, thankfully sand is provided there.

Katie (owner) was very kind to walk me through her shop and show me how it is organized. Very knowledgeable and skilled in her creative crafts! She mentioned they rearrange a lot, but she took the time to show me everything and answer all my questions. I appreciate that she has a small, dedicated area for coffee or tea and a place to sit while waiting for her to help customers. I recommend supporting her local business and like that she mainly only sells natural fibers (cotton, and some wool available too). It is a comfortable space to visit and meet new people if they are hanging out too. Classes can be found online but be sure to follow up by phone (or stop in and check out her store) in case there is extra equipment or supplies needed for the class! She has a beautifully decorated and clean space a few doors down for the classes. (Suggestion: It would be helpful to have the supplies list posted with the class information online so students can come prepared.) Thank you, Katie, for taking the time with me today! I look forward to enjoying this new creative craft and supporting your local business as much as I can!

So generous with sharing how-to information - inspiring fabrics and patterns. Very welcoming and up on all the latest fabric/quilting trends.

I love taking my one-year-old to the open toddler time Monday through Friday 10 to noon. I also take him to a music class there. We went to the ice-skating competition last weekend and it was wonderful. Great place to get out in the community, especially in the winter time.

What a fantastic place to find on vacation! We were just looking for a scenic lookout to see the mountains and the road ended into the nature center so we decided to have a look around. The staff inside the center were all super-friendly and took the time to listen to our stories and tell their own and recommended a trail based on what we told them. A quarter mile up the trail from the nature center we came to an overlook looking over the river/marsh and there was a huge bull moose in the water munching away on whatever it could dredge up from the water. The scenery is beautiful (even without the moose). Picturesque mountains, a beaver dam, and lush forests made our hike incredible. Everything was impeccably maintained; the nature center, both boardwalks we encountered, and the trails were all perfect. And then, to top it off, our son accidentally left his favorite sweatshirt behind on one of the boardwalks when we continued our hike. We left and didn't notice it was gone. We came back 4 hours later hoping someone turned it in at the nature center. No one had so I took a quick re-hike to retrace our steps. The sweatshirt was exactly where he had left it; no one had touched it the whole time we were gone. Super-cool place and great views. Would hike again!

We purchased mugs directly from Brecht Studio to give as Christmas gifts. The mugs are very beautiful and the owner packed them up really well for us. People love the mugs so much, we want to order some more!

Picture This is an absolute gem! It’s the perfect place to find unique, high-quality gifts for any occasion. Their carefully curated selection is both beautiful and thoughtful, with something for everyone—from charming home decor to one-of-a-kind treasures that make every visit special. The staff is warm and welcoming, always ready to help you find just the right item or share recommendations. You can tell they take pride in creating an inviting space filled with creativity and inspiration. It’s my go-to shop for meaningful gifts and a little personal indulgence!