- TripBuzz found 47 things to do with kids in or near Wasilla, Alaska, including 30 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Palmer, Eagle River, McCarthy and Anchorage.
- From Nancy Lakes Recreation Area to North Bowl, the Wasilla area offers 41 different types of family activities, including: Theaters, History Museums, Parks and Kayaking.
- An hour outside of Anchorage, Wasilla, Alaska is a city with scenic beauty and outdoor adventures like hiking, fishing, and camping. The Dorothy G. Page Museum of the city is open year round for visitors to explore and learn about the cultural and historical heritage of Wasilla. The city is also known as the hometown of Sarah Palin, Alaskan Governor and 2008 Vice Presidential Nominee.
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At Alaska Museum of Natural History, visitors can learn about the ecological and cultural history of the region through a variety of permanent and rotating exhibits. These exhibits contain dinosaur artifacts, gems, taxidermy, and more.
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Both avid fishermen and families are served by Dave Fish Alaska through boy guided fishing experiences and rafting tours. Lodging options at a selection of wilderness cabins can also be arranged.
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As a popular local fishing spot, Ship Creek provides visitors with the opportunity to fish for salmon and other native species. A large, wooden bridge crosses over the creek, providing scenic views of the water below.
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A popular touristic attraction in the warm season for its scenic train-trips, the Alaska Railroad Depot offers 12-hour rides, in which wildlife can be spotted, and scenery can be admired. One of the stops is at the Denali National Park.
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4601 Campbell Airstrip Rd., Anchorage, AK 99507
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Encompassing 110 acres of boreal forest, the Alaska Botanical Garden provides visitors with the opportunity to see a wide array of native Alaskan trees and flowers. The garden is a research site, and is available for event rentals, as well.
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Alaska's Finest Tours & Cruises - Private Tours
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423 East 5th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501
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Alaska's Finest Tours & Cruises helps to point visitors in the right direction when setting up their excursion plans throughout Alaska, including private tours. The most popular tours include glacier and wildlife exploration, dog sledding and helicopter tours.
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With a total length of 11 miles, the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail offers the hikers and the bikers a view of the ocean and of Mount McKinley. It is popular among wildlife watchers, this being the home of moose, wolves, porcupines, and many species of birds.
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Encompassing over seven acres every summer weekend, Downtown Saturday Market, features over 300 vendors serving Alaskan-made goods and foods. Visitors can find freshly prepared foods, fish markets, baked goods, crafts and more while enjoying live entertainment throughout the day.
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A natural history museum focused on Alaskan, American, and global history, the Anchorage Museum features an array of exhibits. The museum features a polar lab, a timeline of Alaskan history, and a changing slate of visiting exhibits.
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625 C Street, Anchorage, AK 99501
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The Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center is dedicated especially to Alaska's history, culture, and science. Its permanent collections have approximately 25,000 items, spread upon 15,000 square feet.