Sand Lake Travel Guide
Anchorage
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Popular places to visit
Kincaid Park
Explore the lovely green spaces of Kincaid Park and enjoy the hiking trails in Anchorage. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Alyeska Ski Resort
Be thrilled with high-speed winter activity while skiing the Chugach Mountains at this resort. Enjoy year-round attractions and astonishing views.
University of Alaska - Anchorage
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Alaska - Anchorage during your visit to Anchorage. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.
Alaska Native Heritage Center
Go on a dog team ride and meet the racers and husky pups, as you learn about the many groups of Alaskan Natives.
Port of Anchorage
Explore the waterfront of Port of Anchorage and enjoy activities such as hiking in Anchorage. Stroll along the area's lakeside or experience its fascinating museums.
Chugach State Park
Encounter huge lakes surrounded by mountains, glaciers and waterfalls in one of the largest state parks in the United States.
Things to do
Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour
Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike And Tour
Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket
Glacier & Wildlife Discovery Tour
Matanuska Glacier Guided Hike – Anchorage Pickup
Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour
Top hotels in Sand Lake
Jewel Lake Bed and Breakfast
"The location is conveniently located approximately 5 mins from the airport. It was a safe neighborhood with a church across the street. Walmart & Costco just a few miles away. Windows open in the bedrooms for fresh air sleeping. The owners no longer cook breakfast since COVID, but provided a refrigerator ..."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Hot Tub and King bed with 3 other beds
"Always enjoy my time there. Always good communication and always clean"
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
LE: 4-bedroom 3full bathroom house in gorgeous Anchorage neighborhood with AC
"Great location clean and comfortable!"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
"Staff was great but cleanliness of the bedding could have been better."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
"Hotel room was run down walls had paint peeling, the bathroom looked dirty and smelled musty, there was stains and sticky stuff on the floor. The door looked like someone tried to break in. The windows only shut with a stick. Not worth the money. Don’t stay there."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown
"The room was clean but too small for two adults (2 beds). The heating was loud. There were no amenities except laundry, which closed at 11 p.m., during summer, when people stay out past midnight! There is no breakfast, which I thought there was. When I checked in after 9 p.m. I asked for a bottle ..."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Sand Lake
Downtown Anchorage
Downtown Anchorage is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Anchorage Historic City Hall and Log Cabin Visitor Information Center.
Midtown Anchorage
Travellers come to Midtown Anchorage for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Arctic Benson Park and Z.J. Loussac Library - Main Branch while you're in town.
Alyeska
If you're spending some time in Alyeska, Girdwood Park and Girdwood Town Square are top sights worth seeing.
Hillside
While visiting Hillside, you might make a stop by sights like Alaska Zoo and Anchorage Golf Course.
Spenard
Abundant dining options and lake views are well-reviewed features of Spenard. Make a stop by top sights like Arctic Benson Park while you're exploring the area.
