Tony Knowles Coastal Trail Reviews

Signposted and accessible trail along the Anchorage coast. Beautiful place to walk or cycle, with the possibility of visiting parks and meeting animals along the way.

We walked about 8 miles of this trail and then we also biked 8 miles. Biking is 3 times faster :)) The trail itself is marvelous and we got to see some beluga whales splash around on the shore line.

Since we went in November, it was pretty chilly! It was a very nice trail, with various benches and signs. It was clearly very well taken care of as well. It was a little too snowy to see the mountain ranges, but it was still a very pretty view. I was blown away that this awesome trail was tucked in along the city. There are various parks and different areas off of the trail that you could venture through too. To park we just used a little lot at the beginning of the trail, and it had a fairly cheap per-hour rate that was common through the city.

Beautiful coastal trail. Paved and goes 11 miles. Fantastic views and wildlife. The problem though is that there are too many tourists on e-bikes passing and going too fast for the conditions.

The coastal trail was a walking track and bicikle track on the waters edge in the town of Anchorage. It provided good views of the mountains in the distance but mostly not that interesting. It ran alongside the railroad and this day busy with riders and joggers.

We walked a good distance on the Tony Knowles Trail during both stays in Anchorage. It's convenient, easy and well used. I was thrilled to see a bike repair station along the trail.

This is a great trail with a bit of everything - woodland, coast, art and even some history from the 1964 earthquake. I rented a bike from Downtown Bike Rental for an excellent morning ride.

We were able to access the trail from our nearby B & B. We enjoyed a lovely walk on an easy trail. Our dog really loved seeing other dogs and folks wanting to pet him. The trail is paved and well maintained. The section we walked had views of the woods, the lagoon and the inlet. A real treat as walking under a tunnel while the Alaska Train loaded with passengers rumbled overhead. Bikes, rollerblades and walking poles were all present and making the most of a lovely morning.

Use can rent a bike or walk the trail, There are places to stop along the way to read signs. We actually did it twice.

We didn’t walk very far only a couple miles and was fascinated by an ocean beach with no water. Obviously the tide was out! Wish we had more time or chose to rent electric bikes to see while trail.

The Coastal Trail is an 11-mile bike trail starting in downtown Anchorage. It traverses the coast, as you’d expect, providing many scenic views, as well as marshes, and forests. Along the way there are signs about the 1964 earthquake, the planets and the wildlife and you can watch airplanes come in for a landing at the foot of the international airport’s runway. I saw multiple moose in the forest along the side of the road. The Trail is completely paved and generally in good condition with only a few bumps. There are no road crossings at all. It has a hilly section in the middle (150 feet maximum climb) and a very steep hill at the end (200 feet in less than a mile). The Trail is not that crowded but it’s not a great course for fast rides as it has many sharp, blind curves.

My kids and I started out walking along the trail for a couple of miles, enjoying the wildflowers and beautiful scenery in the morning, and renting bikes for the afternoon. This is definitely a great biking trail, with lots to see along the way, and not too hilly. Fun to stop near the airport to see the planes landing overhead.

We rode rental bikes w our younger children down this trail. Saw a mommy and baby moose on the trail. Rode down to the earthquake park, which was also worth a stop. We had a great time enjoying the beauty of Alaska.

Great urban bike/walking trail. Kudos to Anchorage for having such facilities. Easy to walk or bike...plenty of places to rent a bike. Goes right along Cook Inlet. We loved stopping at the end of the runway of the airport and watching jumbo jets take off and land.

The path hugs the coast, and connects a series of parks and sights of interest. These include earthquake park, reed beds, salmon lakes and beautiful forest. You can easily cycle the trail, or walk if feeling energetic. We saw Moose and huge Crane birds up close, and all manner of other wildlife. Only criticism is the lack of any bathroom facilities.

We rented e-bikes and did the trail from downtown all the way to the southern end and back. It was fantastic! Somewhat crowded at times, but just take your time, go slow, and enjoy the amazing scenery. You can stop to watch the planes land directly over your head at the airport, and take the alternate route back to go by the sea plane base.

We started and ended our near-fortnight stay in Alaska in Anchorage and found ourselves walking the Tommy Knowles Coastal Trail (will refer to as TKCT) at both ends, first at Kincaid Park on the south end and lastly at the very start on 2nd Avenue in downtown. The trail was paved and well-maintained. We did not walk its entire 11-mile length. We did not bike, though we certainly encountered many bikers especially in the downtown portion of TKCT. While were staying near the airport we checked out Point Woronzof Park and watched planes take off from the north-south oriented runway. We spotted one female moose deep in the forest here. Common Redpoll were raising a raucous in a particular part of the trail here. At another point a few Spruce grouse emerged from the undergrowth and stood calmly on the grassy verge, then crossed over to then trot down the path directly towards us clearly unbothered by our presence. They finally flew up into the trees to our right about 10 feet in front of us.

Up at the northern, downtown portion of the TKCT we watched “ghost salmon” struggle to swim up up Ship Creek and seagulls peck on dead salmon washed up on the stony banks. A few Greater Yellowlegs shorebirds fed on the mud banks. We checked out the “Grandma Olga” tribute installation on a pier/boat launch at the mouth of Ship Creek. The bronze sculptures depict a traditional Dena’ina fish camp with a fish trap and a rack on which drying fish hang. Grandma Olga (Olga Nikolai Ezi) was a village elder from Eklutna and she is depicted wearing traditional dress and holding dried fish.

We headed further south and reached Westchester Lagoon. We spotted many more waterfowl including Gadwall and Lesser scaups (ducks) and trumpeter swans.

The highlight of TKCT was Kincaid Park, though. We spotted belugas swimming towards Cook Inlet, presumably going with the tide and following migrating salmon. It was here that we finally saw two bull moose, one of which came uncomfortably close as it trotted down the path across from us. The beach was amazing, though the trail down to it was steep and slippery (clearly no longer paved). There marsh was alive with a large flock of Greater Yellowlegs. You get to see the peaks of the Kenai Peninsula to the south. The most spectacular mountain viewing was that of Sleeping Lady Mountain or Mt.Susitna to the west.

We walked this from the train station aiming for Earthquake park. At the cross over under the tracks at the creek they had closed the bridge and diverted us on 3 mile detour which was badly marked and took us along roads with no sidewalk into oncoming traffic. Ended up very weary and walking another few miles to get a bus back to downtown after finally getting to earthquake park.
Visitor centre had no idea bridge was closed. Poor form😩

I walked this track in the morning then went back in the afternoon for a bike ride.

The scenery was gorgeous! Wide pathways so plenty of space for everyone.

Many viewing areas to take in the beautiful vistas.

I would highly recommend doing this trail.

We had a beautiful blue sky and warm temperatures for our walk. Be sure to walk to W.2nd Avenue to begin, the trail is fenced off and cannot be accessed otherwise. It was quiet and peaceful. There were places to sit. We saw Denali from the trail!

Close to my hotel (Captain Cook), I found the Coastal Trail to be a wonderful place for exercise during my summer visit to Anchorage. Bikers, Hikers, and strollers all share a fairly wide paved path.

We rented bikes and enjoyed a casual bike ride on this trail. The scenery is really nice and has some benches where you can stop and rest. It also goes thru a bit of a forest area which was very tranquil. We saw some wildlife along the trail....porcupine & moose. We also stopped near the airport to see the planes land/take off. You need to take drink/food as there is none along the trail.

We rented bikes at Pablo bicycle rental in Anchorage which is about a block from the beginning of the trail. The trail is wide and well paved and is an interesting ride with times of beautiful water views and other times within the forest. Our family of 4 made it 11 miles out and 11 miles back - but be warned that there is a pretty big hill to go up for the last mile. It's a faster ride home! The trail was pretty well populated with walkers, bikers, and runners and we did see some moose right along the trail but they didn't seem to care at all about us.

This trail on a Sunday morning was busy with tourists and locals of all ages. People jogging, walking and biking, families, etc. The scenery was beautiful and some cute parks/playgrounds along the way.

Wonderful trail which goes all the way to Kincaid Park (10Mi.). Cook Inlet view on one side and Alaska fauna on the other. This is a multi Use trail which gets well used on sunny summer days.

Rented a bicycle to enjoy the length of this coastal trail. Beautiful views and even the occasional moose sighting. Definitely worth the time to walk, run or bike along this trail.

I was expecting a really enjoyable scenic route but it was not that interesting. The view over the water even at high level was a lot of mud flats of grey mud.
The path was wide and well maintained and also good for riding, maybe a better way to go.

Beautiful Cook Inlet backdrop on our walk, saw cranes in the mud flats. Lots of families enjoying the breezy walk.Great to unwind and exercise.

I haven’t always been a bike trail type of guy, but this trail could change that. Great views of the city, awesome vistas of the inlet and a cool viewing spot for watching planes take off. We didn’t see any moose, but did see some poop. Bear poop also. City riding, cool neighborhoods, views of the water and the great nature all make this trail a great few hours spent. Highly recommended.

Walking or riding along the trail is a great way to see the Anchorage coast line and get a better feel for the area. Trail is generally flat with a few minor hills - very easy going.

Great walking trail! My only rationale for leaving four versus five circles were that there were several "rough sleepers" hanging around that made things a bit creepy and would've been concerning after dark.

My husband and I rented a tandem bike and hit the trail, doing about 8 miles of it and back. The trail is well maintained and alternates between being in the shade of the trees and overlooks of the sea. There are plenty of stops and of course the planet walk if you want to take a break to stop and read for a bit. There is also Earthquake Park monument, that gives a lot of info about the Good Friday Quake that happened about 60 years ago. Easy way to spend a good chunk of the day, plus the chance to see sea life from the trail. We were going too fast to look for much, but did see plenty of birdsm including some sort of large crane.

I love riding my bike on the coastal trail. It’s a beautiful and relaxing ride. It’s not very challenging so it’s perfect for a casual ride or when family comes to visit. Many people run, walk or roller blade here too. There’s also many places to stop with nice views of the ocean, city and nice parks. It runs the length of Anchorage and with 11 miles of trail you can ride the whole thing or hop on and off as needed.

Lovely coastal trail, somewhat crowded with bikes, but still very walkable. Lots of mountain scenery along ocean

Great 10.5 mile paved shared coastal path. Easily accessible from downtown. We chose to cycle. Suitable for all ages and abilities as relatively flat. Bear in mind its one way so 21 miles if you cycle there and back. Good chance of spotting wildlife. We had a close bear encounter and saw two moose, one with a set of triplets, which is pretty unusual.

Wow what a trail! Views are amazing. You can get to a beach and see car parts stuck in the sand, pass by a hill where you can see all the planes come into Anchorage (really recommend hanging here for a bit!!), saw wildlife, historic plaques. I mean the list goes on.

The ride is 22 miles round trip, we did only 12 miles round trip. We didn't take into account the hills on the trail and how steep a lot of them were!! Plus one of the bike rentals breaks didnt work that great, and gears on another bike didn't work that great. Also, 2 of us were wiped out by just the 6 miles! Cycling is hard!

But overall, really enjoyed and would recommend doing the trail however you want - bike, walk, skate!

This trail is very well maintained, paved, and follows the coastline through the forest of Anchorage. We did not see any moose or bears but there is always the possibility. At the turnaround point there is a HUGE hill with a small building that has restrooms and an observation deck, not worth the climb up the hill, the views aren't super.

We rented bicycles in Anchorage and rode the entire length of the trail. The farther you go on the trail the more beautiful it was......Kincaid Park is not to be missed. We saw several moose on the trail near Kincaid Park. Trail was paved the entire distance and well taken care of.

On a rainy Saturday in June, we rode the trail on the same day as the marathon. We were with a group so we had no choice of routes, so cycling (opposite) the runners felt wrong as they truly needed the space as they labored through their last miles, but we enjoyed it nevertheless. As we neared Kincaid Park, a bull moose was mere feet off the trail...!

The Coastal Trail is well maintained year round however that makes it incredibly crowded particularly on good days.

We rented a couple of bikes from Pablo's and rode the whole 11.5 mile length of this trail. It was a lot of fun and my wife the non-bike rider had a great time too. Rolling hills except for the final hill to the park which both of us had to walk our bikes up tot he park. Several stops for views along the trail and some people were stopping and doing a lunch. Trail is used by tourist, experienced bikers, walkers and runners. We did see a moose about at mile 6. Highly recommened for single people, families, or the two of you. When we got our bikes there was a grou of 30 renting bikes - wow !!!

Nice bike and walk trail along Cook Inlet from downtown Anchorage to Kincaid Park. I rented a bike downtown and enjoyed the ride along Cook Inlet – very scenic with nice views to the mountains across the inlet. Through Earthquake Park and then uphill to Point Woronzof which had a great viewpoint. After Point Woronzof the trail was a lot less interesting – in the woods with limited views. Passed under the airport flight path so plenty of planes landing and taking off overhead.
OK activity if you have the time.

We biked (actually eBiked) this trail and enjoyed it thoroughly. Saw by far the largest moose in our 2 weeks to Alaska!

Walk as far as you wish on this trail - every stretch is beautiful and it’s ever-changing, depending on the time of day, the light, the tide....It’s a true gem and it’s free to enjoy!

My wife and I had great bike ride on the trail. There was a good variety of scenery and opportunities to stop. We saw moose along a stream, and even briefly a black bear and cub ahead of us on the trail! We were surprised to see the bear and I think were pretty lucky to see them.

We rented bikes from Pablo's, which was very convenient, and did the whole trail to Kincaid Park. The trail does get pretty steep at the end before we turned around, so you will be working to get up the hill if riding a bike.

As a local we love coming to this trail because there are so many beautiful views and a lil park/ work out area. We fo8nd a little cafe by the lagoon

We rented bikes and spent our last day in Alaska riding the trail. It was a great ride from downtown. We stopped and watched the planes take off and land and had a picnic lunch in the park. This trail is a great asset for the town.

This is a paved trail that stretches from downtown to Kincaid Park. It is relatively easy to navigate and offers opportunities to see some local wildlife. There are mile markers, benches and a few dirt paths leading to the water. Want free parking? Start your hike at Kincaid park. Bring water and sunscreen, and be prepared to share the trail with bike riders.

We walked this trail on several occasions. It’s good for biking, jogging, walking & walking your dog. It’s close to several parks along the way, the scenery is great & you’re still close to downtown

Wish we would have rented bikes so we could have explored more, but we walked about 4 miles. Super great views. Well worth doing but would definitely recommend bikes!

Visionary Anchorage residents lobbied for this trail, and it's one of Anchorage's best amenities, linking Chugach State Park with the heart of Anchorage, and ending along the coast of Cook Inlet and Kincaid Park. If you enjoy running, walking, bicycling, nordic skiing, the coastal trail is a must. This is where Anchorage feeds its athletic soul.

This is a Paved trail along the coast line . It is Mostly flat and easy. Good for bird watching . I’d do this if I were training for a flat fast 5k or 10k

Beautiful trail for viewing the Anchorage coastline. Not a totally flat trail, but the hills weren't steep. Most of the trail is smooth but there are a few bumpy sections. Speak loudly when passing if you're on a bike. Groups of people on the trail together having fun and they don't pay attention to others because they're caught up in the scenery and each other, especially near Earthquake Park. A good two hour ride is on the trail to mile 8 or 9 and back. Trail start is actually two miles from the beginning off of 2nd Street. Trail goes straight off of 2 Street and was very easy to find. Didn't see any Alaskan wildlife but it looks like a place where you might find some.

Had a blast biking the Coastal Trail! If you have a decent fitness level, you should be able to do the entire thing, as it's fairly flat. The views along the entire thing are stunning!! Plus great chances of seeing a moose. Absolutely one of my favorite things in Anchorage!

We rented electric bikes at Pablo’s and enjoyed three hours doing the 11 mile trail both ways. Lovely! Beware the hill near the park at the end is brutal! Thank goodness we had the ebike!

Amazing views of the ocean one minute and the mountains the next. The kind of trail that makes you consider moving to that location. It felt extremely safe even in the early morning.

we spent a day in anchorage and did this as a part of our anchorage stay. we rented bikes from downtown bicycle rental which is 1 mile or less from where the trail starts. we were 4 adults and a 3 year old . 3 year old was in the tag along and adults were on booster bikes (except me since tag along does not attach to those) . [booster bikes - the ones which have a small motor adding to your own pedaling making it easy to cruise along a slope]

very pretty ride and quite easy. scenery is nice. not spectacular like the rest of the turngainarm etc but very nice. a few spots to spot eg lagoon, earthquake park . can ride back from there.
it is a total of 11 miles all the way to the end at kincaid park i believe. we made it to 6 and returned.
carry a light jacket and put it in the storage area of the bike in case it gets chilly. can be a little windy. if you go all the way it is a 3-4 hour deal. we started at 4:30 pm and returned in 2 hours. bike shops stay open in summer till 10 pm as it does not get dark .

the pathway is nice and there were people walking/strollers etc
for those who want to avoid biking or walking you can drive a little closer to the earthquake park or directly go to kincaid park

FYI - anchorage we did this, the downtown festival and market (weekends 10-6) , zoo. did not do the botanical gardens and heritage museum or ulu factory.

Great bike trail, great views, great bird (and people) watching. An Anchorage gem, every town should be so lucky.

Spring, summer, winter or fall get on the trail and go.

Start at Westchester and check out the bird life in the city - from recent arrivals in the open water, to sandhills on the mud flats in summer.

Or start at Kinkaid and enjoy moose and bears in an "urban wilderness".

Or Point Woronzoff and walk down to the tide flats or watch the jet bellies overhead.

Start at Earthquake Park and walk downhill to the side interpretive trail that wanders through the rolling mess left by the '64 quake. That's a bit muddy now, but great fun in the dead of winter, and you will learn at lot about earthquakes and "soil liquefaction".

Or, start downtown at "the sun" and do the planet walk - Neptune for lunch anyone?

Walk or bike ride, or even rollerblading or skiing - just be alert and kind to your fellow travelers. Please pick up your dog poo and trash!

Truly one of the great assets in our town.

I've walked along this trail more times than I can count. Very pretty walk, especially if you enter through Elderberry park and go left. I have never done the entire trail as it is very long but would absolutely recommend people check out.

This is one of the best parts of Anchorage. Wonderful scenery, some wildlife, and great exercise. For the most part safe place to wander and explore. Earthquake Park especially interesting with view of the City.

Covers thee east end of Anchorage and links with the Rock Creek trail. Well paved and heavily travelled, it iis a pleasant walk or bike ride around the perimeter along the water.

We drove down to Earthquake Park to see if we could see anything out in the water. The trail was well travelled by bicyclers, walkers and skateboarders. The views from the lookouts were breath-taking. we even saw Denali from the one vantage point. What a beautiful scene! We continued on to the end of the airport runway and watched planes take off! That was fun!

This trail runs from downtown along by inlet out to airport with connections to other trails. Any part of it is great for biking or walking. Trees along much of the trail. No real bathroom stops unfortunately, except at Westchester Lagoon. Busy downtown area and much quieter the further you go.

Do some research on where to start. We started by the international house of hot dogs and went south on the coast for a few miles.. with bike rentals available right next door. Cheapest prices I saw. They have regular and electric. We got regular and made it a few miles out, but we did hit some hills that were a bit hard for a non biker like me. I would have liked an electric bike. Most areas seem safe, but I would be riding it in the dark. A ton of picture views. Paved trail. Map out your bathroom stops ahead of time... they are not everywhere. A must do thing while in anchorage.

Very nice paved trail with many walkers and bicycles. Near downtown is mostly mud flats and water birds. The best part is south farther. Rent bikes downtown and ride the whole trail. Otherwise Uber to Earthquake Park or Kincaid Park and walk 6.5 miles to the other. It is more forested down there and you are more likely to see moose. There is one part where you are directly below a runway and the jets go right overhead.

This is a great way to see some of Anchorage you may miss. It is a long trail that you can get on and off of in many places. We started at the end of the runway (earthquake park) and walk all the way downtown. There were plenty of benches to stop and rest at, which I did use! There was also some beautiful sights to see and homes that I would never had seen elsewhere. If you looking to get out of the touristy stuff for a bit and get some fresh air (and perhaps see a moose) this Is a great selection. Do remember to wear good walking shoes and take a sweater just in case.

Nice, quiet and relaxing walk along the trail. Access the trail from 5th Avenue. There were park benches along the trail.

After eating way too much followed by ice cream at Wild Scoops, we decided a walk down this Anchorage coastal trail was just what we needed. It was 7pm and the sun was shining! The trail is busy with walkers, runners, bikers, and a few skateboarders. But it is not overly crowded. We could stop and take pictures without worrying about getting run over. We walked about a mile before turning around. Definitely a nice way to spend the evening.

We rented bikes and cycled this route on a hot day. It is beautiful route through woods, past mud flats with lots of places to stop and admire the view. There are also bike repair points. Not many places for drinks or snacks so be prepared

The best trail I have ever been too!!! The trail is very well maintained. We saw lots of mooses on our way. In the trail, you reach a small hill where you can sit and see all the planes flying from Anchorage. I would love to bike on this trail again!

A great place to walk, bike, or ski. Wildlife. Moose, eagles, bears, muskrat, hawks, owls, sandhill cranes and the occasional beluga whale in summer. Great views of upper Cook Inlet, Mt. Susitna, and Denali when it's out. Just keep an eye out for high speed recreationists so you don't get mowed down like Jimmy and Rosalyn Carter did. Hug the side of the pavement or the shoulder.

Had some extra time before heading to the airport and decided to take a walk on the Trail. Started at the north end of the trail off W 2nd avenue and walked for about a half mile before turning around, since it appeared there was nothing special about this Trail. It was low tide so the view was of mud flats and train tracks. I'm sure that the Trail gets more scenic as it goes south, so I should have picked a place in the middle for our walk.

Frankie and Ellie were amazing hosts and guides. Path was beautiful and it’s a great way to spend a few hours. We went on evening tour which I thought gave us a beautiful and glistening view of the water.
They offer other bike tours and I would definitely use them again if back in Anchorage.

We recently rented bikes at the Copper Whale Inn Bike kiosk and spent a wonderful hour or so biking down the Coastal Trail 4 miles to the Airport Inlet Overlook. Beautiful views of Cook Inlet constantly. Ride is easy with few hills and wide enough to pass with courtesy. Also good for jogging and walking with families. We did not see any large wildlife, but several photos on social medial show moose and birds nearby.

This trail is stunningly gorgeous. The hill into Kincaid park are steep for a rental bike so I had to walk some parts. I got to see a moose and baby right off trail.

We walked portions of the trail twice and both times found it to be clean, well paved, and safe with lots of people around during the day. Arriving at the lake was a nice surprise and found it equally beautiful with bikers, kayakers, and dog walkers. There was even a family selling concessions so we could grab more water. Bring sunscreen!

Lovely coastal trail which stretches for several miles but you do not have to do it all. The first 4 miles heading out of Anchorage to the beluga viewing point are a must. It's all uphill going out of Anchorage but then the journey back is easier. We hired bicycles and were able to complete the 8 mile round trip in a couple of hours having stopped off at various points to enjoy the views. We were warned that there is a chance of encountering bears and moose on the trail but we saw no evidence of either on that stretch. There were plenty of other walkers and cyclists on the trail. Weather was kind to us and it was a lovely way to spend the morning.

Great way for a family to enjoy some exercise and see Anchorage. We rented bikes and 9 of us road the trail

We walked anticlockwise first time and the trail was excellent along the estuary around lakes and away from City.Later we walked from ULU factory clockwise and although a lot of work had been done on the trail, with bridges and ramps etc. the scenery was a bit dull and industrialised. However the total project is a credit to the Town.

This is a great place for biking! Used heavily in some areas and times of year so it can get crowded!

This trail is super accessible from many parts of the city and is not intimidating to those new to Alaska. It’s all in an urban area so you feel safe. Saw a moose!

Loved this trail on bicycles from Pablo’s Bicycle Rental. Saw several mooses and plenty of beautiful views and scenery.

The trail provided great sightseeing during the entire ride. Of course during certain sections there were people walking but they were very pleasant and responded to a vocal warning. There are a couple places mostly toward Kincaid Park that have some significant pills but nothing that couldn’t be the go she would buy most people by gearing down on their mountain bike.

Great ride, some small hills but doable with a regular bike or ebike. Loved the views and plenty of places to stop to take photos.

I have walked, biked and ran on or near the coastal trail hundreds (maybe thousands) of times, and every time I see different things. The trail started near downtown and goes for nearly 11 miles to Kinkaid park, passing through different environments, including boreal forest, lake and stream, and marsh land. All along the way, there are scenic views of mountains and the Cook inlet, as well as decent people watching. I advise caution in both summer and winter, particularly if going beyond Westchester lagoon and especially past Pt. Woronzof. In the summer, its easy to keep walking or riding and forget to bring enough water and food to fuel the trip back to your starting point (there are no places to get supplies along the trail). In winter, it can be very cold and slow going on the packed snowy trails, so bring extra layers of clothes (and food/water). Moose are present year round, and need to be given their space. Black bears can be seen on more remote stretches of the trail. There are sometimes sketchy people on the trail towards downtown, and in my opinion there is good reason to carry bear spray or pepper spray.

What an awesome way to explore Anchorage, bicycling from downtown and continuing past the airport to Kincaid Park. Not only will you learn about our planets with proportionally-spaced educational placards along the way, you’ll see firsthand the effects of Anchorage’s 9.2 earthquake, ride through forests of birch, watch the tides roll in over the mudflats and maybe even see a moose or two. Rent a bike downtown and follow the 11-mile path to Kincaid park and more miles of trails to explore. Other than a mile-long uphill ride at the end, the trail is gently rolling and perfect for families to explore, with lots of pullouts to enjoy the views.

Whether you're biking or walking, it's a really beautiful trail. Amazing views, wide and well-paved as well so it's very friendly even if you're a tentative biker. Lots of people are sauntering, walking dogs, reading, etc. along the parts closer to anchorage, but as you get in deeper it definitely feels more secluded. Ran the marathon on this trail and came back to bike it a week later, really enjoyed it both times.

Tony Knowles coastal trail is a popular place to walk, ride a bike and roller blade.
On a clear day, Denali can be seen in the distance.
An eleven mile bike ride from West 2nd Avenue to Kincaid Chalet.

We went out yesterday on the Tony Knowles bike tour. First, the quality of the bikes they provided us were fantastic. Our guides were extremely knowledgeable and so friendly.
This is a must when in Anchorage!!!

We rented Cannondale bikes from Pablo's Bike Rentals...which is conveniently located near the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail. My husband & I rode from downtown Anchorage to Kincaid Park. The farther you bike, the more rural the scenery becomes. You pass through wetlands, ride along the coast & through forested areas. Also the number of visitors decline as the miles clock by. The trail is very well maintained and the signage is good. We were told that moose are often see at Kincaid Park, although the day we rode we didn't see any. We did see sandhill cranes as we biked along the coast. On the return ride, we stopped at Earthquake Park and read the informative kiosks. This trail is definitely one of the must-do's in Anchorage. We didn't realize that the Coastal Trail connects to other trails that go all the way to the University of Alaska and our hotel; Springhill Suites by Marriott Anchorage University Lake. Next time!

A great way to see the beauty of nature, trails that go on forever. You can walk ride ,skateboard. See the ocean, wildlife, sunsets, and just have an overall enjoyable time

This coastal trail right in Anchorage is an excellent bike and hike facility. It runs right along the water and has fine scenery even though being in town. Do not expect wildlife but still fun.

This is a great place to go to see wildlife and experience planes flying overhead. We walked on the trail the first day of our visit in Alaska. We saw five moose and my kids loved the planes coming in for a landing over. We will be back in Anchorage on our last day and will definitely hit this trail!

I use this trail regularly for my training. Busy enough to feel safe but not crowded. I like passing fellow skiers and bikers mixed up with nature.

Riding this trail is remarkable. Full of hisotry and wild liffe. It goes 9 miles to the park where are always moose and bears to see. A failly easy trail, but still takes some effort. The earthwake park is haunting and the best way to see it is on bike. Rent from Pablo's. They are a great company and very reliable.

This was a great experience!

This was my first time to visit Anchorage. I had read that Anchorage has a high violent crime rate, including rape, so I was concerned to be biking an isolated bike trail by myself. (I’ve lived in areas where women were assaulted on the trails.)

I’m happy to report that I felt fine. I did bike near other cyclists who seemed safe. I started at 9am and that was a bit early. I turned around a few times because I felt sketched out biking on the path alone.

More people showed up by noon so I’d suggest starting at 11am if you are a solo female.

I’m glad I reserved the rental bike for 4 hours. It was only $5 more for an extra hour and I like to have buffer. With stops, turning around a few times and biking a little beyond, I returned the bike at 3.5 hours. I biked a total of 27 miles.

It was very peaceful. I’m glad I decided to bike it on my own. It’s a nice excursion from downtown which I found to me a little boring. I walked around downtown for a bit but felt like I was done after a couple hours

I was hoping to see moose and luckily spotted one near Kincaid park.

There's easy access around the corner from Pablo's Bike Rentals or from the soccer park at the other end. The trail is paved and well kept. There was one rough spot needing repair but it was marked so you didn't get a shock. The trail is fairly flat but has a long hill at the end near the Kincaid Park. There's a viewing point where you can watch the airplanes coming in. From the Elderberry Park entrance near 5th Ave and M St to Kincaid Park is about 10 miles each way bu you can go as far as you like and just turn around. We did see a moose, which is apparently a somewhat common experience.

The coastal trail offers both visitors and residents exercise with a view! I always recommend this experience with everyone I meet. I enjoy riding my bike along the entire trail which starts in downtown Anchorage and ends in west Anchorage at Kincaid Park. The view is the best and the trail is easy enough for beginners.

Great trail!! Great views and you get all parts of scenery. Urban, trail,Part and plenty to see. Part of the trail was closed but they have signs up to guide you through the neighborhood that were easy to follow. I wish more people would clean up after their nasty dogs. It’s very easy to get to from downtown especially if you are close to 5th street.

Excellent trail right in town to walk or ride a bike. We are birders and spent time here looking for local birds. Very nice.

This trail starts downtown. It wasn't as beautiful as some of the other trails that I've seen, but it was a nice walk. I didn't see any moose or bears in the vicinity. I just saw ravens and ducks. Walking this trail put me in a grounded state. It seemed like some of my goals weren't that important. It was a different kind of feeling.

This was a highlight riding our rental bikes alone this beautiful trail. Stopped to view a moose eating along the side and her two young were further down on the opposite side. We stopped to view the planes taking off and landing from Anchorage Int'l Airport which the trail goes right under their path.

Walked the trail starting at Earthquake Park trailhead. Lovely water views and we even saw Denali on the horizon -- a rare treat for folks in Anchorage. Trail is paved and easy. Lots of mosquitos, so wear repellent and/or head net. A good way to spend 90 minutes or so.

On a nearly perfect 75-degree day, my husband, adult son and our friends took a bike ride down the trail which was easily accessed from near Pablo's Bike Rentals. The trail is well maintained, has several bike repair stations (something I had never seen), a lot of variety and challenge for those of us that don't get to ride bikes often and the route was very pleasant. We didn't manage to go the full length of the trail, but most of us road to the 8 mile marker or so...a 2.5 hour round trip. We saw a cow moose and calf and were told there were many at the southern end of the trail. I highly recommend it to anyone wanting to enjoy the outdoors on a nice day; our group heartily agreed that it was one of the highlights of our ten-day, four-stop Alaskan adventure.

We spent a half day exploring the trail and we could have made it a much longer visit. Lots of wildlife, scenery and fauna to see. The trail is relatively easy, with a few moderate inclines along the way. One of our highlights of our Anchorage visit that we will look to do again on our next Anchorage visit.

A must-do! Gorgeous views and you just might see a black bear or moose. We didn't see the moose this trip but it's ok. I am a novice rider but found thos trail easy to navigate. Highlight of our trip to Anchorage so far

If you’re looking for an easy walk with nice views of the city, then definitely go here. The trail is very long, but there are many different access points so you can walk as much or as little as you want. It is shared with bikes, so make sure you stay to the right. We almost got hit by a couple of bikers.

If you have the time this is a pleasant walk along the coast, although it's probably longer than you think (11 miles).

We took a taxi to Kincaid Park and walked back into town which, if you are committed to walking the whole thing, is probably the right way around.

Need to know:
1. Access to the path in Kincaid Park isn't straight forward so ask for directions.
2. The information on how to deal with a moose encounter is situated near the beginning of the path in town (which is unfortunate when you start from the other end).
3. Moose: We saw both a bull moose and a cow with the calves.
4. Path is well made and easy to traverse.
5. Other than moose we saw very little other wildlife (although I'm told that you can spot whales in the bay).

Overall quite a pleasant walk and a great escape from the city.

Rented bikes at the trail head and had a great time biking to the end. Saw 6 moose along the way along with planes landing. Very nicely paved path. Highly recommend before setting off on a cruise.

We only experienced a small part of the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail as part of a post-dinner stroll from downtown Anchorage. What a great attraction, and a wonderful way to experience the city and the views across the inlet.

Nice paved trail for walking, running or cycling. From downtown it’s 11 miles around the inlet and airport to Kincaid Park. Passes a small lake with lots of waterfowl, see the occasional moose. Nice ride.

We biked the trail and while a bit busy (it was a weekend) we never felt it was over-crowded or that we couldn't go slower to appreciate the views of the Cook Inlet. Rented from Downtown Bike Rentals who were more than helpful with maps and information

They want 100 words and I just enjoyed the bike ride. Pretty flat, and easy to miss turns coming back into town. They want 100 words and I just enjoyed the bike ride. Pretty flat, and easy to miss turns coming back into town.

This is an excellent trail for walking, biking, and skating. It is wide, paved, and well-maintained from end-to-end. The tree coverage in the summer provides shade at least 50% of the time. It is mostly flat near Anchorage. It gets a little hilly near the airport (around mile 5) and then flattens out again (miles 6-10). The approach to Kinkaid park is a long incline. No shame walking a bike here! The only public restrooms are at the top of the hill.

You will truly see it all. Urban scenes, natural scenes, the Alaskan Railroad, and maybe even a plane right overhead. The first few miles may be busy. You'll need to practice caution and good etiquette if biking. Pedestrians decrease after the airport. The best chance to spot a moose is in the marshland around Earthquake Park (beginning around mile 6). Our party saw several moose and bald eagles. We had to stop a safe distance to let a mama black bear pass with her cubs.

Bike rental was super easy and convenient at Downtown Bicycle Rental on 4th Avenue. Bikes were gear. My husband is really tall and needs a bigger frame. They had one. I like to sit up straight and have a nice comfy seat. They had that too. Provided great directions and off we went. The trail itself is beautiful, well used felt safe. There were some hills but nothing we couldn’t handle (we are in our 50s and don’t ride often but we’re not total couch potatoes). There are tons of benches and places to stop and rest and enjoy the scenery. We didn’t dawdle and spent about 4 hours total. We came back long the trail rather than take the alternate route through town

Okay, i have to prefix this with that it wasn’t your typical ride. But still it was well worth it, beautiful view, couldn’t quite see Denali but still if you like to ride and look at nature well worth it.

Now for my ride, at about 7.5 miles a mama bear crossed my path (scary yes) and the cub was in the wood. But she scooted along and i was able to get to the golf course. Now on the way back at about 15 miles or mile marker 7 mi there was a mama Moose with 3 babies. Caused a bit of a jam but we weren’t complaining!! Again worth it!!

An easy morning or afternoon activity. Suggest riding towards downtown unless you want more uphill challenge.

Went for a walk on the trial after dinner at the 49th state brewing. The trail was nice but I’m not sure I would recommend the portion downtown for a woman traveling solo. Once it was more by the water there were lots of people and it was nice... just a little sketchy walking in, could’ve been the homeless folks.
I hear good things about it further from downtown but I got off after a mile or two. Make sure you know where the exits are so you don’t get stuck walking an extra mile since there are limited places to enter and exit.

This trail is just lovely with views of the water and with wonderfully magical green surroundings. The trail is paved and smooth. The final portion is a steep uphill against the wind; be prepared for a workout.

In early October, this was a bit gloomy, but I KNOW it would be stunning on a bright day. This is a gem if you lived nearby. I would bike this trail daily or be out with my dog. An easy walk, wide and paved.

This is a great trail. It isn't all an old railroad grade. There are some decent grades, especially at the end in Kincaid Park. It would be nice if there were more bathrooms and water.

We saw 7 moose the day we went.

The trail was well maintained.

Fun way to see some areas around the city! It was just myself and my husband that morning so we got a very private tour. We rode through the parks and along the coastal walkway, saw two moose along the way. Elly and Frankie were very knowledgeable about the city and answered all our questions. Ride was mostly downhill or flat so very easy ride!

A must do in Anchorage. Natural beauty, cleanliness outstanding! You can also walk along the parkway. Take a bear bell &/or spray.

very pleasant trail, plenty of room to look at nature including birds, ducks, water, the trails are well maintained and easy to walk on, or bicycle if you prefer

We really enjoyed our walk along the trail. We did 2.5 miles each way, so only the first part, but did see a big bull moose. Others reported several other moose, but we missed them. This trail and park is so well done.

What a wonderful easy trail! We went from mile marker 0 to over 8 miles. There was only one hill that made me huff and puff. There are a lot of rest stops with benches and signage along the trail. It was a thrill having the planes fly over our heads. We saw a moose on the trail around MM 6.5. What a wonderful way to spend our last day in Anchorage!

My wife and I rented bikes from Pablo's and rode out the coastal trail. It was fun and scenic and good way to get some exercise in while seeing some sites.
The info about the earthquake was very interesting. We tried walking through the earthquake zone but the mosquitoes were too thick.

We wanted to XC ski here but it was mostly ice so we hiked with micro spikes.Of course, you won't have to worry about that in the summer. It is a beautiful spot to get some exercise.

This paved bike/walking path is about 11 miles long and runs from downtown Anchorage to Kincaid Park. Rent a bike and plan a wonderful, ride along the coast. This is a fantastic way to spend a couple of hours. Such solitude with wondrous nature.

What a peaceful walk to enjoy the views and history of Anchorage. You need to be aware of the bicyclists.

Beautiful scenery and well maintained trail.. highly recommended ..rented bikes in town and ride the entire trail to Kinkaid Park

One of my favorite places to walk during my lunch break from work. If you are staying downtown you could hop out of your hotel and take in the beautiful Cook Inlet:

We rented an e-bike from Pablo's (highly recommend) to ride the trail round trip, ~22 miles. We got an early start on a sunny Sunday morning. We were able to see Denali and also saw a moose and sandhill cranes. It was a lovely ride. Go early before the crowds.

Entrance of 2nd ave near H street
You can walk for miles depending on how much time you have
Great views mud flats
Waterways cook inlet mountains
Seating and stops for rest or just admire the view
You can hire bikes as well
Paved easy to walk or ride
Great way to spend a relaxing couple hours

were from ct and after flying into anchorage with our bikes,we wanted to take a ride after putting them together. the hotel recomended this trail.If you go all the way it is alot further then you might think, with many side routes off it.there's a couple of small hill's with a sharp turn by airport. Watching the planes by the airport and seeing the moose along trail was very cool. It's a great ride with many places to stop along the way.

We cycled this trail and it was excellent - wide paths but a bit crowded at times with families. We saw 3 moose and birds and a otter.

Great trail to have in a city. A variety of scenery, mostly flat or slightly rolling until you get a steep climb near the north end.

One of the best bike trails we've been on. Nice scenery, the trail was well paved. There were some hills, so it gave us some good exercise. At the end is Kincaid Park where we saw a huge bull moose. Go and enjoy.

We rented bikes and rode the trail. We are ages 39 to 80 and we all had a great time. Saw several moose.

This trail is right in downtown Anchorage and takes you along the coast, it's a paved trail great for biking, walking, running, etc. Great for a lunch time walk or end of the day exercise if your visiting Anchorage for work or play. I recommend going all the way out to Westchester Lagoon where there is some nice wildlife viewing of birds.

Visited this trail and traveled it for a total of 8.5 miles there was a lot of great views along with a good amount of gentle and steeps hills for those looking for a challenge, plus a few wild animals along the way doesn't hurt.

We arrived during high 80s heat wave so we didn't walk the entire trail. There are several places where you can drive to the trail and park, so we did that in several places and just walked a little ways from each location. The views of Cook Inlet and downtown Anchorage were great. Unfortunately we were also there when there was a major forest fire south of the city so the sky had a smoky haze. The trail looks nice though and hardy people were jogging and biking. The sections we went to all looked safe and people were friendly.

LOVED this trail - rented e-bikes from Pablo's Bike Rental and had the most beautiful day enjoying the trail. Were fortunate enough to see a mama bear and her three cubs and then a couple of moose! This is a definite must-do if you are in Anchorage - we were only there for 1.5 days before leaving on our cruise and so glad we took the time to enjoy the outdoors and the beauty of the trail!

This is a nice trail for bikes or walking. Most is along the water, but some is in the trees. Going southbound, it seemed to be a little more uphill, but nothing too much. My 8-speed rental was more than sufficient.

We visited a playground and walked around on several trails. The views were great, and there seemed to be many trails to explore. We ended up wandering around for about an hour and managed to find our way back to the parking lot. We did not encounter any wildlife.

We took a morning bike ride along the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail, that we booked through Viator. The tour leaders were awesome, knowledgeable, and attentive to the groups' needs. The 12 mile portion of the trail that was offered on the outing is mostly level, and often a bit downhill, so you do not need to be a super-athletic biker to tackle this trail. It would be suitable for a family outing, or couples, or friends. Our guides educated us about the area, including the major earthquake that drastically affected the coastal area, and even found us a mother moose and calf, happily munching greenery just near the path. Great morning outing! Helmets provided.

If you have come to see Anchorage, this is a great way to do it. You can walk from downtown, 16 miles all the way along the coast to Kincaid. Views of the Chugach Mountains, Cook Inlet and Denali (on a clear day) will keep your eyes busy while you walk.

We enjoyed this trail on bike and found it very interesting. Tons of great views of the coastline and the land. You can make it as long (up to 22 miles) or short as you prefer. Overall the terraine wasn't that hilly so it would be easy for most folks to ride. The coastline is much more viewable from the trail than any road we found.

Great trail in town with lots of variety - rain forests, ponds, coastline. We saw one moose walking down the trail. At approx mile 5 you may hear a jet lifting off the run way. Aeronautics aficionados enjoy standing on the hill nearby and watching the jets take off (best between 9-10am). We rented from the Trek stand near the trail. Rented for 3 hours for $30 and used all the time. Highly recommend if you like to ride bikes or walk.

We rented E-bikes at Pablos and it was such a fun experience. We have never used them before but we were short on time so it was a great way to complete the 22 mile loop in just a few hours. The scenery was beautiful. We witnessed an eagle eating a fish below us and a moose right on the trail. Going up the hills was a breeze. I did feel a little guilty going by people walking their bikes up the steep hill near Kincaid park. It was a great way to end our vacation prior to our evening flight.

We went to the Earthquake park and from there proceeded to the trail. Nice long trail but as we were walking we only did 4 Kim’s.
Sighted a Moose with his/her babies on the way.
Lot of mosquitoes

Trail is about 11 miles from downtown start to end in Kincaid Park. We biked. I didn’t find it particularly scenic, as the look out mud flats to bay was not overwhelming. The forested areas feel wild, and no trash seen. We did see numerous cranes and geese in the flats. The trail itself is well paved, sometimes hilly but congested in spots. And on a rented bike will need some diligence in maneuvering around groups including groups of walkers, dog walkers, skaters, other bikers... everyone shares- well mannered. Trail could use occasional bathrooms, porties but cant have it all.
Overall a fun worthwhile jaunt.

Nice, easy, picturesque cycle or hike. Paved path all the way and lovely scenery.
We hired eBikes from 907 eBike which made the few hilly sections easy.
Saw 4 moose all up which is why we set out anyway.
A great way to spend an afternoon

This is a nice paved trail near the water, a great way to stretch your legs after traveling a long way. We actually saw beluga whales out in the inlet, which was a treat.

The Coastal Trail is a great, well-maintained trail that makes for the perfect light hike! Take the trail from Anchorage to Earthquake Park and back for a nice morning hike with a bit of history included!

Very nice, paved path to walk or bike. There a many places to stop and take a break or pictures. Mostly level with a few small hills. Steep hills are by Kincaid park.

Walked a portion of the trail closest to town. Very beautiful, lots to see and met some really nice people and their dogs. Definitely do this one!

A popular paved trail along the water and train tracks. During the busy times you have to dodge fast bicycles. Be sure to stay off the beach, there is muddy quicksand and people have died when the tide comes rushing back in.

I am a runner, and one of the first things I did when I was planning my trip to Anchorage was look for running trails. I am so glad I found this trail! The view from the trail is beautiful. Lots of opportunities to spot wildlife, nature, or if you're looking to get a nice picture of one of the trains. The trail is well populated with locals and tourists alike. It felt like a very safe place to run, which is a big deal for me. The path is also well maintained.

My one piece of advice: make sure to follow trail etiquette. Keep right unless you are passing another runner/walker/biker, and be respectful of others. I witnessed a couple of close calls because some groups were walking side by side by side, leaving very little space for those moving faster than them to get by.

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.

We rented bikes from Pablo’s and took to the trail. It was a clear & sunny day - perfect for a bike ride up the trail! We saw a moose and her 2 babies (and kept our distance). Highly recommend!

This is my favorite on a large to do list in Anchorage. You may be alone or see other joggers or bicyclists but it’s the shoreline that will keep your
Coming back.

We rented bikes and hit this trail on our first day in Alaska and it was a great introduction! Not only is the trail beautiful and well maintained, as well as pretty well traveled, but we saw a black bear with cubs and a moose with a baby! It was a fairly easy ride with few ups or downs. A great day out.

Enjoyed a ride on the beautiful trail after renting bikes in Anchorage. Entered downtown Anchorage and continued on additional Bike trails past Kincaid park back to our hotel. Views of the Mud flats, Watching Planes take off from the Airport, and spotting a MOOSE in the lush woodlands were the highlights of our ride.

Awesome bike ride - family of 3 with a 8 year old and we made it 22 miles total along this trail! Beautiful views, plenty of moose, and smooth roads!

The flowers along the trail in July were so beautiful. When you get a little ways down the trail you can see the city in the distance.

Excellent trip - did a guided cycle tour on this trail. Superb views and can encouter moose and bears.

I thought Anchorage would be the Jewel in Alaska, instead it's a grotty old city lost somewhere between 1970 and 1980. Granted it does have some pretty cool restaurants , but that is where it ends, until we found this bike trail. 11 miles of flat easy bike trail following the harbour. The return trip makes it double that and for variety we took the 'alternate route back which takes you right around the airport and through the sea plane airpark. Just follow the directions exactly and you won't go wrong and the airpark is certainly a not to be missed sight. This path reconnects back with the original trail and in total took us about 3.5 hours of solid riding. There is a soccer park about half way and there were toilet there. The path is heavily trafficked and some of the riders need a lesson in bike etiquette. 'Be on the look out for moose they said....surely not I said?' Well they were correct. We were lucky enough to see the daddy of them all from a safe distance then a few miles further down the trail we were confronted with mom and baby. With no room to move we were stuck for about 10 minutes while she meandered her way along the path coming a little to close for my liking! At this point I'm starting to have a whole new outlook on Anchorage! This trail is a must so get on your bike and do it!

If It is smokey skip this walk/ride. Couldn’t see a thing while we were there this week. Actually hard to breathe.

We flew into Anchorage for a one night stay and had the whole afternoon to explore the city. We rented bikes and rode the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail. It was a beautiful afternoon, clear skies and a really fun way to traverse the trail. We even saw a black bear in the meadow and sandhill cranes. We did not make it all eleven miles so we didn’t get as far as the moose viewing area but it was still well worth it.

The trail is easily to access and serviced by several local bike rental concessions. Right from the start it’s special with sweeping views of the seashore and bay. Twice we rode within a few yards of moose and we were still in the Anchorage city limits. All in all we rode about half of the trail before doubling back and enjoying the scenery again. I highly recommend the Tony Knoles Coastal Trail and a bike ride.

We walked a portion of this trail one Sunday afternoon when in Anchorage without a car. It was a lovely trail to walk right along Cook Inlet. There were many walkers, runners, and bikers on the trail. It seemed to be quite popular. We walked from one of the parks (I don't remember which) to the end of the trail in downtown Anchorage, and then back to the park where we started. It was about 2-3 miles in each direction. We were hoping to see moose along the walk, but we didn't. It was a very pleasant and scenic walk. I'd include some photos, but they are all too large to upload.

Rented an e-bike from pablos and spent a few hours to/from Kincaid Park on this trail. Absolutely gorgeous and well maintained. Great lookout spots. Saw 1 moose!

Great trail. Rented a bike and took the trail. We chose to take 11 miles and then continue. I recommend this as we got to see more of landscape and into the city a bit where we stopped for lunch along the way to watch seaplanes land and takeoff at Lake Hood. Something new to experience.

We loved our visit. We saw two moose on our path. We enjoyed watching the turnagain arm area and the mountains. We walked around the trails and the beach area. We saw the earthquake park and lovely flowers. The mosquito are gigantic put repellant. The views are beautiful.

It's a long trail - and you're not going to see the coast throughout most of it - but it's a great ride and affords great encounters with the wildlife if you're vigilant and patient. Allows for a great couple of hours when you are stuck in town.

Nice and easy trail for biking. 2 short but steeper hills. The 11 something miles return took us 3 hours. Including some picture break, a moose wait, and a toilet stop halfway.

Road the trail there and back on a rental tandem from Alaska Pablo’s bike shop.
Beautiful scenery. Lots of moose. Not good if you are in a hurry.

Definitely a nice ride out to pass a few hours, not sure I’d recommend for young families as it’s quite long and the uphills can be fairly arduous. Great views of the cook inlet, lots of people taking photos of the mudflats. The highlight for me was seeing a mumma moose and her two calves down in Kincaid park!

The Tony Knowles Coastal Trail is great for all ages and ideal for bikers, runners as well as casual walkers. Recommend getting on the trail at Earthquake Park; there is a parking lot if needed or if you are visiting Anchorage take a taxi/Lyft/Uber from downtown (10 minutes ride less than $20). From the Park meander down the paved Coastal Trail, saunter by the wetlands and trees until you are adjacent to the mud flats. There are signs to stay off the mud flats for a reason, do not go on them! Sand pipers and other birds dot the shore as the trail makes it way towards downtown Anchorage. You will pass beautiful vistas of mountains, lakes, ponds until you come upon the exit for downtown Anchorage. Lots of bikers and runners on the trail; everyone is polite and lots of room for everyone to enjoy the trail. On the trail, from Earthquake Park to downtown Anchorage is ~3.5 miles; mostly downhill if you start at Earthquake Park. Take your time and enjoy the beautiful scenery along this magnificent part of the Alaska Coast.

Good for casual hikes taking in the city views. Good chance of spotting wildlife - we were lucky enough to spot some whales.

This is a nice paved and relatively flat walking and bicycling trail along the Cook Inlet accessible from downtown and several city parks via connecting trails.

Phenomenal trail. Easy walking, even better for biking. Soak up all the views you can & then there's then some. An absolute paradise!

Such a great experience. Did the whole trail on e-bikes to make it easier. But the views abs scenery were beautiful! Didn’t get to see any wildlife, but it was still amazing.

On a beautiful sunny morning we rented ebikes from Pablo's (highly recommend) and rode the 22 mile round trip of the Tony Knowles coastal trail. We had a beautiful ride enjoying our moose sighting, a view of Denali, and rainforest scenery. Go early before it gets too crowded.

This trail system is user friendly. I often walk with friends, we ride bikes and have a pocket map thstvdetsiks each route. A person can walk or cycjevall day, the trails are well maintained.

This trail is very beautiful and makes an easy ride or walk by the water and through the park. Our kids and grandkids rented bikes nearly, and we walked part of the trail and then met them back at the bike shop. They did not ride the whole trail with their younger kids, but teens and adults could easily spend hours riding around...makes a nice afternoon.

This is a nice trail to walk with good views of the bay and any trains coming into or out of the station. However be aware that bikes etc use it travelling at speed and that ther are few crossing points if you want to get back into the city. Best idea is hire a bike and do it, it goes for many miles.

Good weather: in the low 60s, cloudy. I rented a bike and took to the trail. Easy riding. Several others, hikers and bicyclists, also on the trail. I saw an occasional moose along the way. They were apparently used to people. I spotted several birds, including water birds and predator birds. Very scenic. Good exercise.

I live near just a few miles from the Tony Knowles coastal trail and highly recommend it. The signage is pretty decent - it’s easy to access from downtown, earth quake park and Kincaid park. It can be rather busy but I’ve still come across moose on numerous occasions and the porcupine picture from below was right off the trail.

The path is well marked and has some magnificent ocean views. It accessible for wheel chairs (easier on the downtown side of things) and strollers alike. Lots of bicycles, walkers, runners and skiers (in winter).

Disappointed based on the reviews. We walked a portion of the trail and it was underwhelming. It was also low tide so there was not much to see while we were walking. The surrounding areas were also unkept and had used clothing and other personal items. I would pass if you are pressed for time to explore a different area.

We were staying at Anchorage Grand Hotel by the train depot, without a car. Bus system does not go out to Earthquake Park, so took a taxi and then enjoyed the 4-5 mile return walk to downtown. Trail was well packed snow but also a bit icy in places with only tennis shoes. Good views here and there of Anchorage, pretty forest areas, some frozen ponds and a nice wide trail. We even encountered a moose munching on the new tree buds. Luckily she didn't mind that we walked right by her!

You can see all of downtown anchorage and trails leading to eagle river and south Anchorage. Get a bike and see it all. Great for weekends. You will see some homeless folks. Usually no problems.

We rented e-bikes and bikes the entire 22 miles down and back to Kincaid Park. We stopped along the way at Earthquake Park and other lookouts. We enjoyed experiencing jets taking off overhead at the airport. We even stopped at the ConocoPhillips soccer field. It was a beautiful day, the trail was busy and it was a fabulous ride. We didn’t see moose, or really any significant wildlife other than a few birds in the mud flats, but we may have been going too fast (smile). Would definitely recommend walking, biking or even Segway-ing the trail. It’s beautiful.

Rented an E-bike from Pablo’s bikes and rode down the trail to Kincaid park. Spent some time taking videos and pictures of airplanes landing and taking off. Almost got run over by a Moose while taking pictures by the airport so be careful and stay clear of them as they are huge!

I'm sure the trail is nice but since we had our luggage in the car and couldn't trust to leave it anywhere unattended in the city of Anchorage we didn't go.

We went to Seward and Homer vs Denali, but only walking the Coastal Trail inside of Kincade Park in Anchorage did we see a Moose. This park/trail was a big hit for us!

This trail is 22 miles round trip and full of beautiful scenery! It connects to another trail if you want to continue further. We decided to rent bikes and we biked the 22 miles. There are stopping or viewing points along the way for people to relax or enjoy the views. A portion of the trail is next to the airport, so many folks stop to watch planes take off. There’s some food along the route as well. The trail goes uphill toward mile 11, making it challenging, just fyi! We rented bikes from Pablo’s Bike Rentals, which is just around the road from the trail. All in all If recommend this trail!

This is a good filler in Anchorage! We are walkers so it was a great trail for us. All concrete paths. Some wildlife to view but not a lot.

We were determined to travel this trail so on a gray and drizzle day we rented bikes from Pablo's and hit the trail. We were told by Bella at Pablo's to expect to see moose and maybe bear. We saw both. Up close too. 4 moose all together and a black bear with cubs - all right near the trail. We felt safe at all times. The trail is very scenic and is well paved with the occasional root bump. It is mostly flat with some hills at the southern end. We did all 22-23 miles in less than 2 hours and that includes stops to look at animals and to snack. If you like airplanes you get up close to jets on final approach to the Anchorage airport. A nice bonus for this plane geek.
Walk it or ride it; just be sure to do it.

We rented bikes in downtown Anchorage and road this trail to the airport and back. Beautiful scenery along the Cook Inlet -- lovely homes, lush forests, interesting mile markers and some points of interest along the way. Very impressive. We didn't see a moose but loved the views and how you can practically reach up & touch an airplane as it lands at the airport. Pretty spectacular all the way around. Good job Anchorage!!

The reviews on this trail were great, but we did not feel safe on it at all. We walked it in downtown Anchorage near Elderberry Park in both directions. There were a lot of homeless camps in that area and it made us uncomfortable. One guy was acting very strange as we approached, and then he started yelling and following us when we wouldn’t stop to talk to him. Needless to say we got out of there as fast as we could. The surrounding areas in downtown weren’t much better. I’d definitely recommend traveling as a group, and if you want to check out this trail, rent bikes so you can stay on the move.

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!

Nice coastal bike trail that links multiple parks and offers good vibes of Cook Inlet. Very well traveled and maintained.

Amazing views, nice walking trail. Would love to view the trail via bike but didn't have time. Lots of wildlife to see and views of the mountains.

Nice walk along the coast of anchorage. Mostly flat and parts are quite scenic. Paved and clean. The northern or eastern park locals say is best.

Great 11 miles bicycle/walking trail along the water in Anchorage. Great place to see moose and bears along the trail so please be aware. We walked along the trail one evening and did not see any animals. However, the next evening, our friends went to walk the trail and saw a moose and her baby crossing along the parking lot. Then the next morning, we rented bicycles from Pablo’s and started to ride the 11 mile trail. We only made it 9 miles because there was a male and female moose walking along the trail. We turned to ride back and were stopped by two black bears playing in a tree and watched them climb down from a distance. We then completed our ride back so we rode an 18 mile loop instead of the 22 mile down and back distance.
Great scenery along the trail and the trail is well maintained. Highly recommend riding or walking the trail.

We walked on it a bit, on a sunny day, when the tides were low, and saw 20+ belugas swimming up into Knik Arm. I recommend taking binoculars.

I did this my first day in Anchorage and highly recommend it. Really grounds you and helps you understand the city. It’s worthwhile and I recommend booking a tour to take you biking.

We rented bikes and went along the trail. It happened to be on a weekend and it was quite busy. The trail is 11 miles one way. We did not see any wildlife while we were there as is to be expected with all the people around, but it was a nice bike ride along the coast.

This place is magic! We saw 2 moose grazing in the trees. How fun! We road bikes to the 9 mile point and back. It was a very trafficked. Everyone was respectful and it was easy to navigate. We went to the beach access by Kincaid park.

We rented e-bikes at Pablo’s and rode on this beautiful trail. There are great views and interesting things to see along the way. We didn’t see any wildlife on our visit.

A decent portion of the trail was a part of the course of the Mayor's Marathon and Half Marathon. It has great views of the water and definitely made the race more enjoyable!

Once on the trail, it is very easy to bike or walk with paved paths for most of the journey. It makes for a very pleasant bike ride and has nice, but not necessarily outstanding scenery (one can be spoiled with all the great views in Alaska).

Every conveyance possible was on the trail on the afternoon we walked it with our new puppy. Bikes, one wheelers, wheel chairs, skateboards, roller blades and, of course, feet. The views are great , the path is easy and the amenities are just terrific. I highly recommend you visit the trail on your visit to Anchorage.

What an awesome ride we had around here past the airport, float planes and through the reserve. Just fabulous to see a moose and her calf.

We planned on the bike ride for the whole trail starts by Cooks monument all the way to KINCADE PARK. You see more wildlife ofn the southern section, take breaks and learn of the big earthquake and see how the land shifts. Moderate hills Enjoy the ride or walk.

If your time is limited, definitely start from the south end and take a bike. Walking from the north end, you'll be right by the edge of downtown, which might be convenient, but it will be more crowded and developed.

Go rent a bike and explore. Make it all the way to Kincaid Park and stroll along the beach. There are so many moose in this area! Even the locals stop to take photos.

36km (round trip) by bike. Hard for non-cyclists but beautiful. The adventure is definitely worth it. Next time it'll be on an electric bike.

We were lucky enough to have a beautiful sunny day to enjoy the sights. We rented electric bicycles so we can enjoy the views just coasting along the 22 mile trail. We saw Mt. McKinley and lots of wildlife including moose. It was a great 4 hour morning ride.

The Coastal Trail has brought happiness to me and my kids for decades. If you're visiting, please take a walk, jog or bike down one of Anchorage's most beautiful and accessible trail systems. Check out sunset at Point Woronzof or a walk around Westchester Lagoon. Take pics of Mt. Susitna aka the Sleeping Lady. Smell the Sitka Roses growing wildly here and there. Wherever you are on the trail, you'll find the beauty of Alaska. Enjoy!

Great trail along the coast. I only walked portions of it in different areas, but it's a great way to stretch your legs and see different environments around the city.

This is a place to ride your bike, take a walk, watch planes take off and land or view land and marine wildlife.

Nice paved trail from downtown Anchorage to a park and chalet at th end of the trail. This is an 11 mile trail so the round trip is about 22 miles and it is very hilly at the end but rolling during remaining. There are no facilities on the trail but there is at the end. We did see moose on the trail and there are some beautiful views along the way.

This trail follows the coastline and leads past lakes and waterways. There isn’t much seating but there is variety and it doesn’t cost anything.

The coastal trail winds itself from the Anchorage Intl Airport all the way to Elderberry park in Downtown Anchorage. It is the perfect way to spend some hours exploring and taking in the beauty of Anchorage whether running, walking, roller blading or bicycling.

Such a nice trail that is well maintained, marked and ever so scenic. Great to see that it is well used. We walked about 3 1/2 miles on it and enjoyed it immensely.

My husband and I rented bike's from Pablo's bike shop on 3rd Avenue and then biked the 11 mile trip to and from Kincaid Park. Such a pleasant ride along the ocean coast. It was also cool when the airplanes are landing and taking off since it also borders the Anchorage airport. Once we reached the park, while we were taking a breather, there were hang gliders that we were able to watch.

On the way back, midway down the first hill, we had to stop for over 20 minutes to watch a Mama Moose and her baby eat their fill of a tree that had snapped in half. Eventually, we scooched down a path, into the pickers, and came up on the other side of them. They were apparently not moving until they ate the entire snapped branch clean. A remarkable ride!

Great trail for walking or riding a bike.
Rent a bike from downtown bike rentals and head out for a few hours of excellent biking and site seeing.

Rented bikes from downtown Anchorage and went south on the trail toward the airport. It’s about 11 miles one way to Kincaid park, we didn’t make it that far before the kids ran out of steam, but we did pass a bunch of parks and stopped so they could play. Later, we visited Kincaid park by car and saw some moose. The trail was pretty crowded near the city during a nice day in June, but still very nice.

Love it. Great for walking/ running (did both). Lots of people, bikes so always felt safe. Trail is 11 miles with views of ocean and wooded sections. Go one way you head into town, the other you head to Earthquake park. Great trail for whole family with places to stop & take a break or take pictures.

I ran along this trail as part of the Anchorage Half Marathon. If you can go the length of the trail, you will be treated to a variety of views, from mud flats to tree covered ponds. Just beware the wildlife and go with friends - some of the spots were remote and isolated.

I walked this trail with my cousins and their dog, and had a lovely time! Portions of the trail are shared with the Planet Walk, which extends to the Inlet from downtown Anchorage. When we went, on a Sunday afternoon, the trail was quite busy, with walkers, runners, dogs, kids, bikers, and skateboarders all sharing it, but there was plenty of room for everyone! Towards the beginning of the trail there was a nice view of a lake with a playground and some exercise equipment, and we walked to reach a nice look out with a view of the inlet and harbor. The portion of the trail we walked was paved and easy to walk- probably all handicapped friendly! I would absolutely go again.

Great multi-use trail along the Cook Inlet. 22 miles round trip from downtown. A rainy morning turned into a beautiful afternoon. We even saw a pair of moose along the way.

Good: Fun place to go on a bike ride, run or walk. Some pretty scenery and animals including eagles and moose along the trail. Nice coastal views, too.
Needs: there are a lot of people on this trail and many of them don’t care if you are riding your bike, they are out clocking the walk way. Needs some way to remind people to stay on their side snd be courteous when people knees to get around.

This was a great way to burn off some of the extra calories from the cruise ship. I haven't been on a bike in years and we rented bikes at the top of the hill, walked them down to the start of the path and then rode for about 7.5 miles. The path was very easy to navigate even though there were people walking and riding on the same path. Great scenery, although we only saw one crane as far as wildlife. This is a must-do whether you walk or ride a bike.

What an amazing experience- Derrick and Ellie did a fantastic job of showing us the coastal trail. We saw lots of moose and they went at a great pace! Would highly recommend.

This urban trail along the western coastline of Anchorage was well worth checking out. We rented bicycles downtown and hit the trail. The only bad mark was that after about a mile the trail detoured back into town due to a bridge being repaired and we got lost coming and going due to poorly marked detour routes around the high school and little league park. Otherwise this would have been the perfect afternoon activity.

A gr8 20 mile round trip hike with lots of picnic spots and view points to view nature and wildlife. Its better to pack some sandwiches and water to bike as there is minimal food available in the trail itself.

We rented bikes to ride the trail from downtown to Kincaid Park and back. It was filled with other bikers, walkers, runners, families, and bears which we didn't see, but were told by other bikers that walked deeper into the trees. There is great views on the water and planes overhead. Fun way to spend a couple hours!

We biked 10 of the miles one way of the Tony Knowles Coastal trail. Great trail and lots of nature to see. If you have a couple of hours, make sure to make time to bike the trail. It is definitely worth it!

We'd read some great reviews of the coastal trail and decided to do it on bikes. We rented bikes from Pablo's bicycle rental which is at the start of the trail and so was very convenient. Its a great trail to see the coast, going through bits of forest on the well paved bicycle track. Whilst we didn't see any our selves, there is lots of wildlife around the trail. We met people who had seen moose just of the trail only an hour before. We only had 2 hours and so couldn't do the whole trail, we only got to the start of Kincaid park and then had to turn back. I would recommend setting aside a good 3-4 hours to cycle the whole trail out and back. It was a really nice and relaxing way to see coastal anchorage.

This was an easy, pleasant walk. Nicely paved. Beautiful views. We are seniors and hd no problem with the walk. We walked on the weekend and there were others, but not too crowded. Enjoy!

You can rent a bike plus gear in downtown Juneau. One shop on 4th is open during the off season. You don't have to be an expert bicyclist to enjoy the trail. Very scenic.

Great intro to the city, views of Cook Inlet, downtown, 747's taking off and we got to see multiple moose.

We rented bikes and biked up and down the Tony Knowles trail last month. It was a nice relaxing morning, and good to be outside, but nothing spectacular. The tide was low and really their wasn't much to see around the trail and in the water, but we just enjoyed getting some exercise and being out in nature.

Great place to walk, bike and Segway while in Anchorage. Flat paved trail that’s well maintained and easy to access from several locations. Connects downtown Anchorage to Westchester Lagoon, Earthquake Park and Pt Woronzof all along same trail. Highly recommended.

We rented e-bikes from Alaska E-Bike and had a blast riding 22 miles in 2 hours. The trail is beautifully constructed, very well maintained and very scenic. We saw 2 moose during our ride!

We covered 4 of the 11 miles. A wonderful experience. Saw numerous birds, including a couple sandhill cranes. The views of the water and mountains were excellent. Numerous parks and historical areas along the way. On a weather favorable day, this trail is very convenient to downtown. Lots of folks on the trail - be a bit careful, as bikers don’t acknowledge approaching you from behind.

Rented bikes and road about 15 miles on the trail. It is well-maintained and a great way to enjoy the coastline. Lots of varied terrain.

Well maintained trail with good scenery, including moose. One long, gradual ascent at the end otherwise mostly flat to gentle rolling low hills.

After hiring cycles from Downtown Bicycle Rental we tackled the 11 mile trail and back. Really great, scenic trail throughout. Lots of places to stop and take in the views on the way. Although a coastal trail the trail goes through a number of parks and woodlands too and you will probably see a moose (we did)!

I started downtown and walked miles, stopping to admire the mud flats of Cook's Inlet, the variety of birds and the marsh with its family-friendly activities. I wish I could have walked the whole trail. Loved every minute.

Family biked the trail along coast and in forest. Some rode bikes and some e-bikes. Crowded on weekend. We even saw a moose.

Approximately 22 miles round trip, but you don't have to do the whole thing. We rented bikes from Pablos, two different days. One day, we saw a black bear off the trail. Second day, we saw four different moose, sand hill cranes, Canada geese, salmon. The trail is beautiful, whether or not you see wild life. We were especially fortunate to be here when the leaves had changed color and were falling from the trees. Great way to get out in nature. From DT Anchorage out to airport, you'll have some uphills. There's a center with bathrooms and water available at the midway point. There are lots of places to pull off and watch what's around you, including wildlife and airplanes. Great path for walkers, runners, bikers.

We rented bikes at the start of the trail and rode 9 miles and then back. Lots of variety and beautiful scenery. Bike rental place was great.

Beautiful forested trail—recommend renting from Downtown Bicycle Rental on W 3rd. We saw a large and a small bull moose within 20 ft of the trail between MM 8-10. We spent 3 wks in Alaska and this was the only good sized bull moose we saw! Because we rented hybrid bikes (not E bikes), I’d definitely recommend turning around before the hill near MM10 since there’s nothing at the park, especially zero outdoor water if you arrive prior to 12:30 when the park building opens!

Rented bikes downtown and headed for trail. Real easy to access Relatively flat most of the way. A few hills later on trail. Beautiful views of the harbor and airport approaching planes. Ran into a moose on the trail.

We very much enjoyed our walk along the trail. We felt safe. It was beautiful, easy to get to and paved.

Amazing trail to walk, run or bike!!! We loved this! You must rent a bicycle at Pablos rental and spend 1 or 2 hours riding thru this amazing place! I rode till Kincaid park, mile 11 and it is unforgettable.
Mile 5: you must stop here to see the airplanes departing from the airport

Loved this trail!

You can bike, walk or jog this amazing trail that goes along the shoreline of Anchorage. Once you get past the airport you won't know that you are near a large city. The trail is full of wild life and scenic views. I rented a bike which allowed me to cover the entire 22 mile round trip in a couple of hours. You will find lots of picture perfect stops along the way. Pack a lunch and enjoy your day. The last mile at the end of the trail is steep so if you are trying to decide what type of bike to rent you might want to go electric.

We had a couple of hours to spare before our flight and had a great ride along this trail. Mainly flat and nice and wide

We took this bike tour with Elly as our giude. She is very knowledgeable about the area and shares lots of great information. We saw two moose on our morning ride. I highly recommend this tour. Thanks Elly, you are the best!

This was a great outdoor activity. Very friendly guide who made sure everyone had fun and was able to keep pace. Saw a moose and her little one on the trail. We stopped and safely took pictures. Learned about 1964 Earthquake at Earthquake park. A must.

Enjoyed accessing this trail for walking from both the downtown Elderberry Park and the Earthquake Park trailheads. Limited free-parking available. The Earthquake Park location had informative descriptors of the effects of the 1964 Good Friday 9.2 magnitude earthquake.

My husband and I wanted to get some exercise while we were in Anchorage, so we decided to spend a couple of hours on the trail. We started at the entrance near Christensen Drive and 2nd Avenue. We walked for an hour to Earthquake Park and then walked back the same way. The trail is flat and paved and in a lovely setting. It follows the coast and passes through parks, lagoons and estuaries. We saw many birds. A lovely setting for a peaceful hike.

We loved renting bikes and riding this whole trail! It felt like we were far away, but it was easily accessible from our hotel.

Rented bikes at Pablo’s and cruised the trail early in the morning. Beautiful, although I didn’t see any wildlife which I was hoping for. It did start to get a little crowed at about 11:00, but by then we were done. Loved it. Another check off my bucket list!

We loved seeing the ocean and being able to ride e-bikes on the coastal trail. We also was a mother moose and baby.

Every turn this trail takes brings a new experience/sight. We saw several different parts of the trail, love the Westchester Park section of it. The walking is easy, the path is paved, but watch out for bikes!

Our days were so packed outside of Anchorage that I was afraid we would not have enough time. However with only a few hours to spare before our flight home we headed down to Pablo's Bike Shop and rented two bikes for an hour. We did not see any wildlife but the scenery was still very beautiful.

Ran the Anchorage Run Fest marathon on the trail...beautiful course, great scenery, clean, well-maintained and highly recommended.

not worth the time. there was nothing to see for at a mile till we got to a residential area and a kids park. if you have nothing to do then this is good for walking but I would waste the time if there is something else to do.

I was staying in Anchorage without a car so I decided to walk the trail to Earthquake Park. The trail is nicely paved and has the water on one side & a neighborhood on the other most of the time if you take the trail south from downtown. There are a few places where you're in the woods but not too much within 3 miles south on the trail (to the park).
If you're interested in biking on the trail, I saw at least 3 bike rental places at the entrance to the trail from downtown Anchorage. Compare prices as I saw some were cheaper by almost $5 or so.

It was a nice trail to cycle although it is a pitty there is no separate section for cyclists and pedestrians.

This is a must do in Anchorage! We rented ebikes a few blocks away at Pablo's Bike Rentals and then hit the 22 mile round trip trail. We took our time stopping to see many of the beautiful sites. At around mile 7 we saw a moose up close walking along the trail and also a mama bear with 2 cubs sleeping just a few yards from the trail near mile 9. We went from 5-8 pm and the foot traffic was quite heavy at the start of the trail but lessened up as we went along. We sat and watched several planes take off literally right over our heads. We felt safe and had a blast!

Although I did this trail in the rain. It was very scenic and such a lovely ride. The view of Anchorage with the surrounding mountain rangers was spectacular. Although it was a low tide the bay was very nice.

It's worth renting a bicycle and going for a ride.

Alaska coastal trail is one of the best attraction in Anchorage. Most of the tourists get busy with tours upon arrival but ignore this trail. It is an 11-mile easy trail. We did half the trail reaching Earth Quake Park. An amazing place gives you feeling for the power of nature. If you have 24 hrs in Anchorage, check it out and you will not regret.

My wife and I rented traditional pedal bikes from Pablo's Bikes for 2 hours. We rode along at a moderate pace and only made it down to the airport clearing before we had to turn around so we did not run over our rental duration. I would highly recommend renting them for 4 hours so that you can go all the way down the trail and see more wildlife than we did. People were reporting moose and bear further down the trail, but we just did not get there, unfortunately. In terms of the trail itself, it is very well kept and smooth, pedestrians and bicyclists were nice, and the hills were not too steep as long as you get a bike that can switch gears.

Overall, make sure you hit this trail for a relatively cheap wildlife experience!

This is one of now my favorite bike trails and I've ridden rail/trails across the country. It's gorgeous biking right along the coastline with the sea, snow filled mountain ranges, Anchorage skyline and jet planes flying ever so close. Supposedly moose frequent the trail but we didn't see one. Surface is good.

I took a leisurely bike ride on this trail, it was clearly marked, safe, and easy to follow. It was my first day ever in Alaska and I was scared there would be bears everywhere waiting to eat me. To my surprise, I found families going for a stroll, people walking their dogs, dads running with baby joggers. I saw moose, but they wanted nothing to do with the trail and were off in the brush. The views along the water are beautiful.

This trail is well maintained and travels down the coastline, so the views are excellent! You can rent bikes or walk, and the trail goes through several areas of interest, such as Earthquake Park, Point Woronzof, and Kincaid Park, where you can stop. We really enjoyed our time on the trail, and it is definitely worth visiting!

Beautiful, well-maintained trail for walking, running, and biking. Do stay to your right because cyclists often do not warn you that they are on your left and are speeding by.

My sister and I rented bikes and did the whole trail. So beautiful and peaceful. We had a fantastic time. Thanks!

A great idea, but unfortunately the trail was a bit of a litter trap. There were garbage bins, but there will always be litterers.....
We walked until we came to a nice park area. Happy families on bikes, joggers and relaxed walkers.

My wife and I had a great time walking on this beautiful trail. You need to be aware of the bike riders that are not respectful of others walking on the trail. Only a few good bike riders gave us a warning when they approached from behind. Also, several bike riders were riding way to fast without regard for the safety of other trying to enjoy the trail. We really enjoyed the beauty of this trail, and you can walk for as long as you want. The trail is 12 miles long one way. We were lucky to see beluga whales during our walk. It's a nice way to quickly get our of the city and enjoy nature.

Nice cycling trail on good tarmac. Some elevation. Good photo opportunities and hopefully wildlife. No refreshments so take water etc. Can deviate slightly and stop at Rustic Goat for superb brunch/lunch

While we mainly saw bikers on the trail, we walked with our Airbnb owner's dog and had a great time taking in the views, winding through a couple of parks, admiring the houses with water views, etc.

Historic signs along the way teaching about the 1964 earthquake, etc. I walked 5 miles of it and saw a female moose along the way. Mosquitos are really bad for part of the trail and they are huge.

Well tken care and very popular. Had a nice 2.5 mile walk along the waterfront to a couple of city parks.

Walk or bike this 11 mile paced trail. Drinking water, rest rooms, great views. Ship creek offers salmon fishing. There bird watching, even a moose might drop by. Lot of benches to rest yourself. Landscaping with flowers.

All year round trail used by people, dogs, moose and the occasional bear is fantastic. Anchorage residents and visitors are lucky to have this within the city.

Comfortable weather, clean, well maintained path, amazing views all within a 5 mile ride. We rented bikes from Pablo’s, 2 regular and 4 electric bikes. Saw cranes, ducks, geese, 1 black bear on the bike path and lots of people. Multiple places to stop along the way for a rest or just take in the scenery. We stopped after 5 miles because we only rented the bikes for 2 hrs. We should have rented them for four hours and completed the entire path. Bear caught us off guard, it was by the area where the planes take off directly over your head. Another biker thought it had a cub with her. All was fine.

This trail is pleasant and well maintained. An easy, level walking tour, but access points are few and far between.

Walked the first few miles on a pleasant morning. Lots of birds, nice views of mountains, easy walking without too many wild bikers zipping by.

Our walk went from the tant city at Railroad Depot to the Point Woronzof and enjoyed every minute of it. This trail gave us a perfect opportunity to admire the wilderness part of Anchorage. Sadly, we didn't share the trail with any moose or bears, but we got to see a beautiful Sandhill Crane feeding with the downtown Anchorage as a backdrop, Magpies, muskrat chilling in a pond, and a North American Red Squirrel baby dozing off on a branch within our reach. The views didn't disappoint at any point of the trail, but the last 2 miles before the Point Woronzof was probably my favorite. Keep in mind, however, that that part also has quite a bit of an incline. A little extra fun was to watch planes come in overhead right before they land. If you are in Anchorage for a short time, this is the way to experience that rural/urban mix the city is known for.

Easy. Fun. Some people don’t understand etiquette for riding and walking. Other than that lots of smiles back.

All year seasonal changes is great for biking, walking or even just park & chow down your food while watching all the activities going on. Winter time is fun for outdoor skating, hockey and dogs need to be leashed up except on the ice. Westchester Lagoon ice is always maintained and fun bon fires of gatherings occur.

Just beware of danger on the trails, its been known and reported of assaults' and
unexpected moose. When going alone, stay closer to the Lagoon for your own safety and carry your cell phone/pepper spray.