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.
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.
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.
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.
Chugach State Park
Encounter huge lakes surrounded by mountains, glaciers and waterfalls in one of the largest state parks in the United States.
Things to do
Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage
Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour
Anchorage City Tour w/ Taste of Wild Smoked Salmon & Reindeer Sausage
Anchorage: Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike and Tour
Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike And Tour
Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Small-Group Excursion
Top hotels in Sand Lake
Jewel Lake Bed and Breakfast
Very comfortable and clean
Reviewed on 11 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
Cheerful 4 bedroom home w/HOT TUB close to Airport
Property was amazing. The decor was fantastic really made you feel like you were in Alaska. Very quiet peaceful neighborhood with a couple of moose hanging out nearby. It was a fantastic experience and everything was close by. We plan on coming back staying there in the future. Communication with ...
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
Got a room way inbthe backnwhichbwas small and not every comfortable but it was a palce to lay my head.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
Everyhting was good but backdoor entrance didnt work and called front desk to let us in from the back and they said yes but nothing and also towels there were only two hand towels also the tv didnt work but other then that clean and quiet and nice place to stay at.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
The Wildbirch Hotel - JDV by Hyatt
Fantastic
Reviewed on 11 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 Cinemark Century Anchorage 16 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.