Kincaid Park Coastal Overlook

The feel

Kincaid Park covers about 1,400 acres of rolling forested hills. From the overlook you see Mt. Susitna across Cook Inlet, Fire Island, and Denali and Mt. Foraker to the north. A short paved trail behind the picnic shelter leads there.

Many of Anchorage's resident urban moose live here, and you may find them along the road any time of year. Black bears, brown bears and bald eagles live in the park too.

What to expect

What it is

A paved overlook with views of Denali, Mt. Susitna and Cook Inlet, reached by a short trail behind the picnic shelter in Kincaid Park.

Crowds and best time

Moose often bed down during the warmer hours of the day.

Parking

The main lot is at the very end of Raspberry Road near the recreation center. Take Minnesota Drive to the Raspberry Exit and head west.

Hazards

Moose and bears live here, and bulls spar during the rut.

Bathrooms and water

The main parking lot has accessible bathrooms.

Season and access

The park is at the southern end of the Coastal Trail.

Mingo says

Go in early morning or late evening for the best chance of seeing moose. Give calving moose room in late May, and keep back from bulls in late September and October.

Before you go

• Arrive after the Raspberry Road gates open at 10 a.m. and leave before they close at 10 p.m., or 11 p.m. June to August.
• The Jodhpur Gate is open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., so use Raspberry Road for evening visits.
• Use the Kincaid Outdoor Center restrooms at the west end of Raspberry Road for day use.

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