Earthquake Park
Earthquake Park
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6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Monday
6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Tuesday
6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Wednesday
6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Thursday
6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Friday
6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Saturday
6:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Sunday
6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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A designated area of Anchorage which shows the destruction caused by the 1964 earthquake.
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Mary K
Lima, OH178 contributions
Sep 2023 • Family
Walked the paths with three small children. The children enjoyed the walk. The signs were easy to read and gave a lot of information. Saw several game trails however did not see any moose. We. We’re on foot and with a wagon, but many cyclists were on the paths. You can see Sleeping Lady Mountain.
Written 23 September 2023
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Luvs2Travel321
Sarasota, FL182 contributions
Sep 2023 • Family
I went on a trolley tour and this was one of our stops. It was very interesting and sad listening to the history of this location. I was able to stand on 2 different tectonic plates and also walk down and explore the area where the devastation occurred.
Written 9 September 2023
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srimanone
Joshua Tree, CA1,039 contributions
Aug 2023 • Solo
Big time earthquake here on 1964 one of the biggest ever and split this town in half. This area push the ground up and made rolling hills and valley. Near the area where the tsunami came and swallowed 77 homes. Interesting place of history
Written 31 July 2023
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vatchr
Washington DC, DC258 contributions
Jul 2023
We enjoyed a quick stop at Earthquake Park to learn a little Anchorage history. It was a nice trail with lots of information.
Written 23 July 2023
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TSA
25 contributions
Jul 2023
What's so cool about Earthquake Park is you get to stand where history happened! Learning about the 1964 Alaska earthquake is super interesting; then looking out over where the bluffs had collapsed is incredible. The views from the bluffs at Erathquake Park are inspiring!
A nice companion to visiting Earthquake Park is getting on the (paved) Tony Knowles Coast Trail, either toward the airport area to watch the planes take off & land or in the other direction (~3.5 miles) towards downtown Anchorage.
Note: Earthquake Park is in the woods and has wetlands all around so put on the mosquito repellent before going! Earthquake Park is worth seeing!
A nice companion to visiting Earthquake Park is getting on the (paved) Tony Knowles Coast Trail, either toward the airport area to watch the planes take off & land or in the other direction (~3.5 miles) towards downtown Anchorage.
Note: Earthquake Park is in the woods and has wetlands all around so put on the mosquito repellent before going! Earthquake Park is worth seeing!
Written 11 July 2023
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Lisa R
Tampa, FL11 contributions
Jun 2023
It was a clear day and we were able to see Denali from the overlook. We also enjoyed reading about the 1964 earthquake. The park is very close to downtown and the airport.
Written 5 July 2023
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Arthur M
Hamilton, Canada1,038 contributions
Jun 2023
Anchorage is one of the few cities in the world blessed with an oceanfront with snowcapped mountain backdrops.
The park's information boards did a great job explaining the event that changed Anchorage, the Good Friday earthquake. North America's strongest earthquake ever recorded.
The park's information boards did a great job explaining the event that changed Anchorage, the Good Friday earthquake. North America's strongest earthquake ever recorded.
Written 2 July 2023
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shiftchick
Indianapolis, IN97 contributions
Jun 2023
We had some time to kill before flight home and this was a nice park with easy trails for walking, running or biking. Very informative about the terrible earthquake.
Written 1 July 2023
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IloveLL
New Lenox, IL40 contributions
Jun 2023
It was amazing to see how much the land changed due to the earthquake. It was a very cool park to see and visit.
Written 22 June 2023
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zümi
Houston, TX330 contributions
Mar 2023
Nice park with great views of Anchorage downtown and interesting explanations of the 1964 earthquake. Great location for a nice walk.
Written 13 March 2023
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Lori K
Saint Louis, MO2,098 contributions
How long does it take to walk around and read the displays and see the views at the top?
Gary W
Hillsboro, OR103 contributions
You can easily do it in 30-45 mins depending on your time constraints and how much time you want to spend. The main viewpoint can be done in 15 mins if you are short on time.
Are dogs allwed
Kathy M
Tacoma34 contributions
Dogs are allowed, but should remain leashed, for their own safety.
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- According to Tripadvisor travelers, these are the best ways to experience Earthquake Park:
- Anchorage Trolley Tour (From ₱1,387.89)
- Anchorage City Tour w/ Taste of Wild Smoked Salmon & Reindeer Sausage (From ₱3,830.57)
- Winter - Anchorage All Around City Tour (From ₱3,830.57)
- Tony Knowles Coastal Trail Scenic Bike Tour (From ₱7,716.65)
- Private Tour: Anchorage 3-Hour Tour (From ₱36,004.55)
- Hotels near Earthquake Park:
- (0.49 km) Prince William Sound Lodge
- (2.18 km) Judy's Touch of Class B&B
- (0.56 km) Frenchy's Adventure Bed & Breakfast
- (0.55 km) Dana's Place Anchorage
- (0.56 km) Frenchy's Adventure B&B
- Restaurants near Earthquake Park:
- (1.64 km) The Rustic Goat
- (3.96 km) Kincaid Grill and Wine Bar
- (3.78 km) Jens' Restaurant
- (4.08 km) Fire Island Rustic Bakeshop
- (4.72 km) Wild Scoops