Sand Lake Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Photo by Chad Prahl
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Photo by Tony Hjaltalin
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Photo by Leah
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Popular places to visit

Kincaid Park

Kincaid Park

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Kincaid Park and enjoy the hiking trails in Anchorage. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Kincaid Park
Anchorage

Alyeska Ski Resort

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Be thrilled with high-speed winter activity while skiing the Chugach Mountains at this resort. Enjoy year-round attractions and astonishing views.

Alyeska Ski Resort
Alaska Native Heritage Center which includes a statue or sculpture

Alaska Native Heritage Center

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Go on a dog team ride and meet the racers and husky pups, as you learn about the many groups of Alaskan Natives.

Alaska Native Heritage Center
Anchorage showing street scenes

Anchorage Museum

4.5/5(2 reviews)

One of the largest museums in Alaska is also one of its best, telling the stories of Alaska Native cultures and displaying artworks from this stunning state.

Anchorage Museum
Kenai Peninsula showing a bay or harbour and mountains

Prince William Sound

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Explore this protected island-dotted sound, where the waters and coastline host an incredible range of wildlife including whales, bears and otters.

Prince William Sound
Chugach State Park which includes a river or creek, snow and mountains

Chugach State Park

4/5(2 reviews)

Encounter huge lakes surrounded by mountains, glaciers and waterfalls in one of the largest state parks in the United States.

Chugach State Park

Activities

Beautiful ride along the coast.

Tony Knowles Coastal Trail Scenic Bike Tour - MOST POPULAR

AU$211
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tony Knowles Coastal Trail Scenic Bike Tour - MOST POPULAR
The Tomb Escape Room in Anchorage

The Tomb Escape Room in Anchorage

AU$73
per adult
The Tomb Escape Room in Anchorage
Noir Escape Room in Alaska

Noir Escape Room in Alaska

AU$72
per adult
Noir Escape Room in Alaska
Smiles at Westchester Lagoon

Anchorage Greenbelt Bike Tour

AU$243
per adult
Anchorage Greenbelt Bike Tour
Free Photography lessons. This photo captured using a simple cellphone.

Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage

AU$306
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage
Private Anchorage Glacier River Walk & Wildlife Tour

Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour

AU$255
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour
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Our pick of the best Sand Lake Hotel Deals

Jewel Lake Bed and Breakfast

Jewel Lake Bed and Breakfast

3 out of 5
8125 Jewel Lake Road, Anchorage, AK
Stay at this 3-star B&B in Anchorage. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (577 reviews)
"Very attentive owners. Convenient to restaurants, airport and things to do and see."

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

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Jewel Lake Bed and Breakfast
Cheerful 4 bedroom home w/HOT TUB close to Airport

Cheerful 4 bedroom home w/HOT TUB close to Airport

Anchorage
The price is AU$871 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
AU$871
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this vacation home in Anchorage. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Jewel Lake Park and DeLong Lake Park are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews)
"The house was spacious and comfortable for our two families to rest, shower, and wash laundry after a week of camping."

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2025

Cheerful 4 bedroom home w/HOT TUB close to Airport
The Octopus Den! Cozy 3bd 2bth sleeps 8!

The Octopus Den! Cozy 3bd 2bth sleeps 8!

Anchorage
The price is AU$703 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$703
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Anchorage. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions DeLong Lake ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"Beautiful home & very quiet/safe neighborhood!"

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

The Octopus Den! Cozy 3bd 2bth sleeps 8!
Westmark Anchorage Hotel

Westmark Anchorage Hotel

3 out of 5
720 West 5th Avenue, Anchorage, AK
The price is AU$367 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
AU$367
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Anchorage. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,063 reviews)
"I was worried about this property with some of the reviews, but found it to be more than adequate. The room was clean and spacious; but dated. The breakfast was good and plentiful, but mostly all carbs. They have a single cup coffee maker in room. The area around the hotel is very walkable with plenty ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

Westmark Anchorage Hotel
Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport

Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport

3 out of 5
4411 Spenard Rd, Anchorage, AK
The price is AU$510 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$510
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Anchorage. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,034 reviews)
Not so good breakfast
"Room was nice and clean. The breakfast was not the best"

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
Puffin Inn of Anchorage

Puffin Inn of Anchorage

2 out of 5
4400 Spenard Rd, Anchorage, AK
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Anchorage. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.2/10 Good! (2,883 reviews)
"Nice little hotel to stay in before flying out for our fishing trip. The staff was courteous, rooms were very basic but clean and updated, and the continental breakfast was very good with lots of delicious options. Compared to the other very high priced hotels near the airport, this nice little Inn ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

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Puffin Inn of Anchorage
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Other neighbourhoods around Sand Lake

Point Woronzof Park which includes a city, a sunset and general coastal views

Turnagain

If you're spending some time in Turnagain, Prince William Sound and Lake Hood Harbor are top sights worth seeing.

Turnagain
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Taku - Campbell

While visiting Taku - Campbell, you might make a stop by sights like Dimond Center and Campbell Creek Greenbelt Park.

Taku - Campbell
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Bayshore - Klatt

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Bayshore - Klatt, Dimond Center and Campbell Lake are top sights worth seeing.

Bayshore - Klatt
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Spenard

3.5/5(8 area reviews)

Abundant dining options and lake views are well-reviewed features of Spenard. Make a stop by top sights like Arctic Benson Park while you're exploring the area.

Spenard
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Midtown Anchorage

3.5/5(4 area reviews)

Travellers come to Midtown Anchorage for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Z.J. Loussac Library - Main Branch and Cinemark Century Anchorage 16 while you're in town.

Midtown Anchorage
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North Star

While visiting North Star, you might make a stop by sights like Wells Fargo Alaska Heritage Library and Museum and Wells Fargo History Museum.

North Star

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