Sand Lake Travel Guide
Anchorage
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.
Anchorage Museum
One of the largest museums in Alaska is also one of its best, telling the stories of Alaska Native cultures and displaying artworks from this stunning state.
Things to do
Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour
Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket
Alaska Railroad Anchorage to Seward Round-Trip Same Day Return
Summer - Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage
Anchorage City Tour w/ Taste of Wild Smoked Salmon & Reindeer Sausage
Wildlife Center with Lunch and Local Beer Sampling
Top hotels in Sand Lake
Jewel Lake Bed and Breakfast
"I enjoyed my stay at this B&B. Its in a great location of Anchorage and close to the airport. They put out a bunch of snacks with a do it yourself breakfast as well. I would stay here again."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
"Was a great place to stay!"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
The Lakefront Anchorage
"It is a very very old building. There are over 60 rooms on each floor which makes it a long walk to your room."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown
"Priced reasonable compared to others but their are not many amenities. There was not shampoo or a hair dryer in the room. You have to go to the front desk to ask for them. Never had to do that before. Staff was pleasant. No breakfast but they do offer coffee until noon."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
"Old hotel not Maintained very well. Did not get breakfast because trip changed. Spent 2 hours there because they would not refund any or all since we didn’t need the rooms anymore. Very expensive 2 hours!"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
"Bad"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sand Lake
Turnagain
If you're spending some time in Turnagain, Prince William Sound and Lake Hood Harbor are top sights worth seeing.
Bayshore - Klatt
If you're spending some time in Bayshore - Klatt, Dimond Center and Campbell Lake are top sights worth seeing.
Taku - Campbell
While visiting Taku - Campbell, you might make a stop by sights like Dimond Center and Campbell Creek Greenbelt Park.
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.
Midtown Anchorage
Travellers come to Midtown Anchorage for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Z.J. Loussac Library - Main Branch and Wells Fargo Alaska Heritage Library and Museum while you're in town.
North Star
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North Star and surrounding area, you can visit Wells Fargo Alaska Heritage Library and Museum and Anchorage Football Stadium.
