Beautiful, well kept trail! I saw five moose on the trail! 11 miles each way starting at Elderberry Park and ending at Kincaid Park. Plenty of pull outs, benches, and look out points along the way. There was one point of the trail that had some bumps that appear to be in the process of being repaved, but otherwise no complaints. The only downside, biking up to Kincaid park was a challenge and the views at the top aren't worth it, there is also nothing waiting up top. Would be cool to see a coffee shop or something of the sort. read more

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Very amazing hike with great views. We absolutely loved walking this trail last night and early this morning. Great views of the port as well as many other things! read more

The Tony Knowles Multi Use Trail is one of the most popular activities in Anchorage. It's about 11 miles long one way and a popular way to see all of it is renting a bike. We Rented our bikes at Pablo's. Service was great We saw a Moose, Bald Eagle and the Kenai Alps across Prince William sound read more

Andrew and I took a 15 mile round trip ride here. We stopped at many spots, one of them being a great swamp where we watched two birds singing and flying along side each other, two pigeons playing with each other and two dragonflies mating. This is such a romantic place!! Warning to people who are allergic to pollens. It gets pretty bad in late Aug. I felt it so badly West of Earthquake Park and I had to stop paddling... read more

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I can see where this 11mile trail could be heaven sent at different times of the year or if you're completely well prepped for it. I love going for jogs, runs, marathon training etc so this loop would definitely do the trick and be a real crowd pleaser I'm sure. Unfortunately the morning I took to it, it was a bit of messy weather, snow, rain, bits of heavy puddles and I was headed out of town soon for a road trip. I would have liked to spend a lot longer exploring along it but only went out on a walk for about 2.5 miles out/back. I had really hoped to spot some wildlife (moose specifically) but that didn't happen. It was dark and dreary and only a few other people were out from time to time. I'm sure spring and summer would be highly optimal for runs and cycling or even nice long walks. It made for a way to log some Fitbit steps but end of October as I've discovered is not this girls idea of a fun time in AK. read more

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This is an 11 mile trail that runs from 2nd Ave to Kincaid Park. This is the best option for running and cycling in the city. No motorized traffic allowed. At about the halfway point you'll find a great overlook in front of the airport where you can watch commercial and cargo flights take off. The last mile going up to Kincaid Park is all uphill. Be on the lookout for, and respect wildlife. I've personally encountered multiple moose on this trail and there have been bear sightings as well. read more

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It was a great place to walk and get some miles in on a cold and snow filled evening. Was easily able to get around as long as you stay on the compacted areas of snow. You veer off a bit and it can take you down. read more

Tony Knowles Coastal Trail - Parks Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

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The biggest issue we ran into was getting on the trail from downtown Anchorage. We walked down several streets with each trip ending at fencing by the railroad tracks. As we were about to give up, we finally found an entry point. It's worth noting that we asked people for help and they either didn't know or didn't help. read more

Came here specifically for views of the Anchorage skyline, which is just what we got. Beautiful views. Got to watch the setting sun close to midnight. A very special experience. read more

Tony Knowles Coastal Trail - Anchorage skyline - Parks Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

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This is an amazing place for biking or daily walks. Beautiful area of Anchorage. Pretty clean for the most part also a lot of wildlife. Be aware if bears and moose. Great place to go for a much needed long bike ride to enjoy the weather and nature around. read more

This is a nice easy trail. We did a big loop from the lagoon to the northern end of the trail, then cut through downtown back south. We walked about 4.3 miles and it took 90 minutes. After being in places like Seward and Homer with grand, dramatic mountains all around, I didn't think the views here were spectacular, but the Coastal Trail was a pleasant and chill way to get to know some of the city by foot. read more

My favorite Anchorage trail. Different views depending on where you start and stop but guaranteed to have great water and "Sleeping Lady Mountain," views most of the trail. It is very well maintained. In the spring it can get a little muddy in some areas and water can accumulate inside the tunnels but nothing you can't walk around or hop over. The trail connects to several neighborhoods, parks, and playgrounds as well. The trail is shared by all. Bikers, joggers, walkers, skateboarders, rollerbladers etc. I always feel safe on this trail. Most areas on the trail are only a few short steps to help (the main road, someone's house, or business). When I was a teenager I'd walk miles alone on this trail with my headphones on just taking in the views. As an adult I feel safe walking these trails alone with my kiddos. While there are some hills, it is mostly a trail with no elevation. Definitely worth checking out. read more

Seriously, what is not to like?! I'm shocked Anchorage is not more well-known for this trail, it is that good. Where else can you be in a city of 300,000+ people and ride for miles...UNINTERRUPTED by any car traffic? Seriously, you can just freaking cruise. Right by the water, gaze at 11,000 ft peaks, intersect parks...all the way to the airport and then some, if you want to. I've never seen a bike trail like this before, in ANY urban area. It is very impressive. It's also very likely that you'll see some moose, should you do the whole thing. Locals scramble to live close to an entrance point of the trail (including this one) and dozens of tourists rent bikes downtown to get on this trail before departing for other parts of the state. Great freakin' trail. read more

Tony Knowles Coastal Trail - View of the Aluetian Range near downtown at the start of the trail - Parks Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

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A really nice trail to not only walk, but run, bike, skateboard, whatever you're into! We were looking for some things to do in the downtown Anchorage area and saw that this trail was very highly thought of it in the region so we decided to give it a shot after our fattening morning breakfast. And what better way to work off the 3 tons of food we ate at Snow City Café? At the very beginning of the trail, the views were spectacular of the mountain ranges. On a clear day, as it was the day we were on it, we even saw the tip of Mt. Denali! As we walked on the trail, about 1 mile in, we stumbled upon a beautiful lake (Westchester Lagoon) and Margaret Eagan Sullivan Park. The area had a small little playground for kids and it was just extremely peaceful there. There were plenty of families out during the day just enjoying themselves. Surrounding the park was a typical suburban neighborhood that you would find in any lower 48 state. If we didn't know any better, we wouldn't have remembered we were even in Anchorage, Alaska! We walked about another 1 mile before ending our walk by exiting the trail. Although we didn't encounter any moose, we read that there were plenty further down the trail. I'm sure there would have been plenty of other great views of scenery along the way and I wish we had more time to explore it, but if you ask us, it's a great way to get some exercise in and see some scenery and wildlife in the process! read more

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Lots of varied scenery and overall a nice walking and bike trail with lots of outlooks. That said Anchorage and this trail is pretty much centered around an airport and the real natural beauty is well outside the city... this is a tiny tip of the iceberg, hope you get out and see more! read more

Amazing beautiful bike ride. Bugs were bad when we stopped, but well worth the trip! Rented bikes and made it to mile 8 and back in under 2 hours. read more

Tony Knowles Coastal Trail - Great views all around. - Parks Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

I am very very jealous of this trail. I wish we had something like this in Los Angeles so I could go running or cycling! But then I wouldn't have that pristine air to breathe so maybe it wouldn't matter anyway! The first thing we did in Alaska was rent bikes from Downtown Bicycle Rental and ride this trail. We did about a 25 mile round trip and it was really incredible. It is a bit crowded on a beautiful sunny Sunday but everyone was really good about staying on the right hand side so bikers could pass. It's beautiful with a ton to see. We weren't lucky enough to see any wild life, but the trail goes near the airport and you can see planes coming and going and there are plenty of spots to stop and enjoy the view. Not to be missed! read more

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On Monday, this trail taught me that I could use google map to estimate the time it may take for biking trails. Well, I learned it the hard way. I ran the downtown part of it before to earthquake park. So I knew where the trail started. After work, I decided to test out the rest of the trail on my bike. It was a really nice ride for the first hour or so and gorgeous late afternoon sky. Had some moose-sighting as well. I just kept on following the paved trail even though I'm not too sure exactly where I was. I passed the airport. Then I was getting worried as I probably took too much time taking photos and enjoying the view. Because I was not too sure how long it would take me to get from Kincaid Park (the end of the trail) home by bike. I got to Kincaid park after a LARGE hill, which I pushed. phew... finally, at the end of the trail. now i just needed to get home. Rasberry st is actually a really nice ride DOWNHILL too :) I liked that because it made me feel like I was getting home faster. I really just wanted to head back home before sunset. 23miles from UAA to coastal trail to kincaid park then back. the view was gorgeous but I wished I knew how long/far it would've taken. I would def give myself more time biking next time around. Definitely recommend it and bring a sandwich or maybe do a picnic. i think it would be pretty awesome. the whole thing is just so scenic. :) and no, i'm not a regular biker. I just know how to ride a bicycle. I do this for beautiful views. read more

If you need to break in a new pair of roller-blades (like I did a few years ago), this is your best option. There are some gnarly hills around the Earthquake Park area which I thoroughly DON'T recommend skating down. I did once, sort of by accident. I managed to survive and will NEVER do it again (though I am far from any kind of pro at this). If you're going to roller-blade the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail, I specifically suggest starting at Point Woronzof and ending at the hill at Kincaid Park. It's a more flat route than the other half of the trail but varied enough to remain fun. That said, there are countless ways to traverse this truly awesome trail. A couple years ago, we began at the Light Speed Planet Walk starting point (the big sun next to the Performing Arts Center) and then headed down to Elderberry Park and finally got onto the Coastal Trail, riding our bikes all the way up to Pluto which is at the Kincaid Chalet. Most of the planets on the Planet Walk are located along the Tony Knowles Coastal trail. It's a fun addition to an already gorgeous walk/ride/crawl/jog/hop-on-one-foot/whatever. The point is, just go! Both Earthquake Park and Point Woronzof have beautiful views of downtown Anchorage so don't rush too much unless you're being chased by a bear which is always a summertime possibility. Bringing your dog or some bear spray is never a bad idea. For geocachers, there are plenty of finds all up and down the trail. There's literally nothing to dislike here except the mosquitoes at certain points and the proximity to a waste processing facility. (You'll know it when you smell it.) May the winds be ever in your favor. read more

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My favorite place in Anchorage to walk, ride my bike and pick berries. The trail ends at Kincaid Park. Mile 8 (Kincaid Park) through mile 4.5 (Point Woroznof) is my favorite segment of the Tony Knowles Trail. This segment is all uphill from mile 4.5 to mile 8, so if you're biking, be prepared for a work-out, even though it's paved. If you're going in reverse (starting at Kincaid and heading toward downtown) you will be headed downhill. That's the only direction I go. Be aware the trail is VERY steep in some places and with tight turns. Staying on your side of the trail can be really hard without wiping out. WEAR A HELMET. People have died and been seriously injured on this trail. While this segment of trail is okay to walk with children, I WOULD NOT recommend letting a child ride their bike here. Also while walking the trail, beware of bikers who may not be able to slow down. If you hear someone say "on your left" move FAST! The trail goes through city, fields, forests, wetlands, coastal marshy areas and has a view of the inlet (Bay) almost the entire ride. Be aware that moose and bear DO share this trail as well. Enjoy the trail, it's amazing. read more

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What a great discovery in our first minutes in Anchorage, meandering about in our car. We found ourselves on this easily accessible 11 mile paved, level walkway that borders the bay here in Anchorage. It's the perfect place to exercise, stroll, bird watch or just sit and contemplate...something for everyone. There are benches here and there and my friend even found a porta-potty! The views of the bay are stunning and it's a great place to bird watch, whale watch and even find moose. It fed our souls, exercised our bodies and delighted our minds. Read more: http://anchoragecoastaltrail.com/ read more

This trail had beautiful scenery, and was great for a long bike ride, but we were exhausted by the time we were done. We rode the 22-mile-total route, which we would have been fine with normally, but there were A LOT of steep hills. I should also note that we were able to see a bald Eagle up close while biking, which was awesome! Be aware of the many hills if you plan on going on this trail, though it is still a beautiful and well-maintained trail! read more

Tony Knowles Coastal Trail - Bald Eagle spotted right next to the trail! - Parks Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

Beautiful trail. Well paved path that has a view no matter where you are. We rented bikes, rode 22 miles. Saw a moose and her baby. It was AMAZING. Will do this ride again next time we come to ANC. Make sure to bike all the way to the airport. There's a spot where you can sit and watch the planes take off. read more

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The coastal trail is 11 miles long. I recommend renting a bike downtown near the start of the trail and biking the whole thing. Ride to the end, turn around and come back. The hill at the very end is a doozy, but you can get off and walk your bike up. Bring water and a snack. There is a great spot to watch the planes land with plenty of open grass to take a break. read more

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This is the most beautiful and breathtaking trail I've ever taken in my life. At low tide, the mud flats are exposed along the trail and you can really feel nature at its greatest. A few feet away I saw my first moose and her 2 little ones, so I was careful not to get in the way. The trail is actually pretty flat, so it's perfect for biking and running. I guess during the winter you can go snowshoeing. I can't wait to get on a bike and do the whole trail. It's so peaceful, pristine, and scenic. This is the Alaska you frequently see on TV, and it actually exists! read more

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What could be better than this wonderful Trail in downtown Anchorage. So beautiful and peaceful and you will even see a few wild animals along the way. I myself have never seen a Moose there , but lots of my friends have. I have seen many Eagles up close as well as flying. They are amazing. Beavers, and even a Beluga Whale. You can walk, ride your bike and even run. Lots of people bring their dogs down for a nice walk as well. You can walk it all year round if you have the right gear. Water on one side and woods on the other. So beautiful and so calming. It goes for 16 miles from down town all the way to the Airport. You can't miss it if you go to Alaska. read more

5 stars indeed. This long trail has such breathtaking views and the trail can be entered into at many different locations including downtown Anchorage. The trail is gorgeous in winter and less crowded as well. You'll have views of downtown anchorage, the cook inlet, dangerous mud flats, potentially moose and black bears, and Point Waranzof. As you walk along the trail you'll have sections with history and education plaques with facts about Anchorage. read more

This is a beautiful flat trail and easy for bike rides we even had our 6 year old niece along. Many locals walk it but it wasn't too crowded on a Sunday. The sights are the best you won't want to miss doing this trail and stop at historic places along the way if you are in in the area read more

I've heard this trail wins the #4 spot for most beautiful city bike trail in the nation. I think that's bunk. It deserves the #1 slot, hands down. After all, this is Alaska! Having been up here already a bunch of times during the winter, we came up to see it Summer 2014, the last summer before we moved here, and rented bikes downtown so we could check this trail out. It was awesome. Spectacular scenery only to be found in Alaska! We started downtown and ended up riding along the coast overlooking the cliffs abutting the mudflats. We noted also that when the curvature is just right, you can see downtown Anchorage as you're riding along. You also wind in and out of various residential sections, which mixes it up a bit. One of the coolest parks for kids I've seen up here is shortly after the trail begins. If you want to stop and sightsee a bit, there are spots to do that as well; one of which is Earthquake park. We never made it as far as Kincaid park, but our plan is to eventually fix that. The whole trail is super pretty, in my opinion. We love point Woronzof because of the view and the fact you can watch the jets take off from the airport. If you're a regular cyclist, the trail is pretty easy. If you're just beginning the process of getting back in shape, some of the hills might be a bit of a pain, but it's not that hard. Half the reason we moved here is because Anchorage is so bike friendly, and this trail is a direct illustration of that fact. It so happens the place we are currently renting is all of five minutes from this trail, and wouldn't you know I had to go and break my leg three weeks ago. I am dying to ride this trail in the Fall, which is my favorite riding season. read more

I found this trail near my hotel, and decided to set out to see what I could see. I was really impressed with how beautiful Alaska is, even though it was freezing outside and there was snow on the ground! As a born-and-bred Texans, snow is not something that I see or walk in often, and boy were parts of it tough. There's an uphill section, about an hour down the trail, that coupled with snow and overall out-of-shapeness, makes it difficult. I persevered, and made it to Kincaid Park a few miles away, which is a great end to the beautiful trail. Easy to find, not too difficult to transverse (minus the uphill areas) and beautiful views of the bay make this my go-to hiking spot in Anchorage. read more

You cannot miss this part of Alaska. This is supposed to be the second-most gorgeous trail of its kind in the United States. I can't imagine what the first is like. The coastal trail is gorgeous. And once you're out past about the five mile mark, it's really peaceful and solitary. You're riding right along the coast. The water is so beautiful against the mountainous backdrop. And you're come in and out of the forest. I saw two moose up close when I biked the trail earlier this week. It's probably normal for Alaskans, but for me, it was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Absolutely amazing. If I only got to do one thing in Anchorage, this would be it. Ohhh, I also saw Tony Knowles himself at the New Sagaya Market in downtown. But, of course, I didn't recognize him soon enough to compliment him on the trail. That's probably for the best as it might have been an odd exchange. read more

Great for a walk along the water. And easy enough to hop back into town when you feel like it. There are placards along the way. Some historical sights. Train tracks. Coastline. Don't go down... It can be like quicksand. Very beautiful... On a clear day. Just a nice walk in general. Benches too along the way. To find it just pick up a map from some where and find the trail going along the north part of downtown. Then just walk as long as you want. I didn't see any wildlife when i walked it. But doesn't mean they don't exist!! Just be aware... read more

We rented bikes and biked the trail for 2hrs total. It was cold and at times, drizzling. We did not see any wildlife, but it is an easy, clean paved path to follow. There are minor slopes that test your quads going slightly uphill. The scenery can't be beat and you'll find other bikers, runners, joggers and walkers along the path. There was not a whole lot of other people which made it nice as we could go at our own pace. read more

Easy trail with only slight incline on certain parts. The trail can be walked, biked, roller-bladed, etc. The trail is paved, so you won't need to worry about pot-holes or uneven terrain (especially for novice bike-riders like myself). You receive some nice views of the Cook Inlet, downtown Anchorage skyline, the mud flats, and you'll be traveling through Earthquake Park, right by the airport, and on your way to Kincaid Park. Locals told me this is a great path to take to view wildlife, such as moose. I didn't see anything outside of a cool (poisonous) mushroom, but I also heard the best time to view wildlife is either at dawn or dusk (not in the middle of the day, like my experience). Overall, great trail for anyone in Anchorage! read more

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The Tony Knowles Coastal Trail runs from 2nd Avenue in Anchorage all the way down to Kincaid Park while passing through larger parks like Westchester Lagoon area, Earthquake Park, Point Woronzof Park. The trail runs along the Knik Arm and on most days you can share the trail with other walkers, runners, bikers and sometimes even wildlife like bears and moose. All in all, this ends up being about 20ish miles roundtrip. Don't worry, you're not confined to the trail either. There are many runoffs leading back to civilization. And even some benches along the way to sit back and enjoy the view. read more

My multi-generational family loved biking this trail on our first day in Anchorage! We rented bikes (and electric bikes for the grandparents) from Downtown Bike Rental, and would highly recommend them to anyone. A bull moose was walking on the trail around mile 7, and we stopped to take pictures for about 20 minutes! Such an amazing experience. We saw another bull moose farther into the woods later on. Our legs were burning but nothing we couldn't handle! The electric bike requires barely any effort at all, so perfect for those out of shape or a bit older. We finished in 3.5 hours, and Downtown Bike Rental gave us no grief going over the 3 hour price. Definitely do this trail! read more

I survived teenage anxiety by getting out on this trail. It won't fix your problems, but you will forget them for long enough to feel refreshed. Biking up toward Kinkaid Park, the last mile is a long slow climb up. If you make it up, you are rewarded with nice views, though you will have already enjoyed many others. Or you could start at this end. In the winter this is a ski trail and there are many more ski trails up at Kinkaid Park, which are dirt and nice for trail running in the summer. Besides downtown, you can also connect to this trail from trails in mid-town too, without getting on any surface streets. All throughout Anchorage there are beautiful paved trails along streams, through woods, and around lakes. read more

This is a paved bike path that includes tunnels, marshes, lakes, boardwalks, bluffs, jets taking off, beautiful views of Cook Inlet and of downtown Anchorage from across the water. It is suitable for cyclists of all skill levels. I took my kids with me and they liked it. read more

I only walked a small part of the trail, from Elderberry Park to Margaret Egan Sullivan Park. My first morning in Anchorage, and it was a little cool out. Spring had only just reached here. Green was pushing out of every tree and bush. The tide was out, and birds were searching for their breakfasts. Wonderful. read more

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Everyone is going to tell you to go here and you're going to think they're exaggerating or something, but honestly, make plans to spend some time on the trail. There are bits near downtown that aren't as great, IMO, because it gets a bit industrial, but I love being on the trail out near the airport. We saw so many moose and there are awesome views of the water. The trail is just so unique and such a part of the city culture and it's so awesome they have dedicated this land for public use. read more