Tony Knowles Coastal Trail

The feel

The trail runs 11 miles on asphalt with soft shoulders for runners, from W. Second Ave. and H Street downtown to Kincaid Park. Moose are common along the way, and Westchester Lagoon draws shorebirds, waterfowl and eagles, with a coffee shop, bakery and playground beside it.

The northern half is relatively level. Farther south, three notable hills come near Earthquake Park, Point Woronzof and Kincaid Park, and beluga whales may be visible from Point Woronzof in the right season.

What to expect

Route and terrain

11 miles one way on asphalt, from downtown Anchorage to Kincaid Park. The northern half is relatively level, with three notable hills toward the south and a significant incline in the last half-mile up to Kincaid Park. Rated Easy.

Parking

Readily available in the parks along the route, north to south: Elderberry Park, Margaret Eagan Sullivan Park, Lyn Ary Park, Earthquake Park, Point Woronzof Overlook and Kincaid Park (9401 Raspberry Road).

Hazards

Moose are common along the trail.

Season and access

May to October. In winter, fat-tire biking and skiing are popular. The trail is wheelchair accessible.

Mingo says

Ride between May and October for the paved season. Stick to the northern half if you want level riding.

Before you go

• Rent a bike downtown from Pablo's Bicycle Rentals at 415 L St., 907.277.2453, open May through September.
• Call Downtown Bicycle Rental at 907.279.3334 if you want a fat-tire bike for snow.
• Watch the mile markers; their location codes help emergency services find you.

Written October 2026. Sources are listed at the end of this page.