Sand Lake Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Kincaid Park
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.
Alyeska Ski Resort
Be thrilled with high-speed winter activity while skiing the Chugach Mountains at this resort. Enjoy year-round attractions and astonishing views.
Prince William Sound
Explore this protected island-dotted sound, where the waters and coastline host an incredible range of wildlife including whales, bears and otters.
Alaska Native Heritage Center
Go on a dog team ride and meet the racers and husky pups, as you learn about the many groups of Alaskan Natives.
Chugach State Park
Encounter huge lakes surrounded by mountains, glaciers and waterfalls in one of the largest state parks in the United States.
Anchorage Museum
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.
Activities
Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage
Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour
Anchorage City Tour w/ Taste of Wild Smoked Salmon & Reindeer Sausage
Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket
Matanuska Glacier Guided Hike – Anchorage Pickup
Our pick of the best Sand Lake Hotel Deals
Jewel Lake Bed and Breakfast
Spotless room, beautiful area, well stocked with all needs.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
The Octopus Den! Cozy 3bd 2bth sleeps 8!
Wonderful place! Lots of nice amenities, and pretty clean. Quiet but central location. Had lots of fun! Kitchen is fantastic and Jordan was very helpful and responsive.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Westmark Anchorage Hotel
Nice room, friendly staff
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
The Lakefront Anchorage
This hotel provides reassuring quality each time we visit. The hotl rooms are very clean and comfortable, the staff are friendly and the choice of breakfast and restaurant food, remain consistently good!
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
Happy with the stay!
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
Yes
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sand Lake
Turnagain
If you're spending some time in Turnagain, Prince William Sound and Lake Hood Harbor are top sights worth seeing.
Taku - Campbell
While visiting Taku - Campbell, you might make a stop by sights like Dimond Center and Campbell Creek Greenbelt Park.
Bayshore - Klatt
If you're spending some time in Bayshore - Klatt, Dimond Center and Campbell Lake are top sights worth seeing.
Spenard
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.
Midtown Anchorage
Travellers come to Midtown Anchorage for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Z.J. Loussac Library - Main Branch and Arctic Benson Park while you're in town.
North Star
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North Star and surrounding area, you can visit Sullivan Arena and Anchorage Football Stadium.
