Discover the Best Wellness Activities in Anchorage, Alaska

While exploring the beauty of Anchorage, Alaska, don’t forget to make time for wellness. Travel can be a lot of fun but exhausting, so incorporating wellness activities into your itinerary is essential. Wellness is so important for your physical and mental health. Whether you're hiking through breathtaking landscapes or sipping on fresh juice wellness-focused activities can help you stay balanced, energized, and more mindful of the incredible experiences around you. Anchorage offers a unique blend of natural beauty and wellness experiences, making it the perfect destination to recharge and reconnect with yourself. Here are some top wellness activities to try on your next trip to Anchorage!

Wellness activities in Anchorage, Alaska

1. Bike the Tony Knowles Coastal Trial 

The Tony Knowles Coastal Trail is an 11-mile-long coastal trail and a popular trail for biking, running, and walking. During my trip, I rented electric bikes at a local bike shop called Alaska eBike and took a ride down the trail. It was very relaxing, offering beautiful views of the ocean and nature. We even saw a moose on the trail! 

2. Hike a trail in  Chugach State Park

   I hiked Flattop Mountain Trail.  Flattop is a 3.3-mile strenuous trail located in Chugach State Park. This is a very popular trail and can get a bit crowded. It was a pretty tough hike but the views were worth it. The higher we climbed the steeper the trail was. Once you get close to the top, there is a section with rock scrambling. Flattop is just one of the many trails in Chugach State Park. 

   

   Flattop Mountain Trail

3. Sip on fresh juice at Johnny's Produce

   One of my favorite places to visit for a healthy breakfast is Johnny's Produce, located in K Street Market. They have options for delicious, fresh juice as well as fresh smoothies. 

   

   Juice from Johnny's Produce

4. Talk a Walk at Potter Marsh: 

   Potter's Marsh is a popular wildlife viewing area located just south of Anchorage, Alaska, within the Anchorage Coastal Wildlife Refuge. A wooden boardwalk stretches across the marsh, providing scenic views of the wetlands and surrounding mountains.

   

   Potter's Marsh in the Fall

5.  Visit the Saturday and Sunday Market:

When it’s Summer in Anchorage every weekend locals and visitors head to Alaska’s largest open-air market! This is a great place to shop from local artisans and eat at local food stands. I tried “Korn Fritters” with honey butter at the Alaskan Halibut stand and they were delicious! 

Whether you're biking along the scenic Tony Knowles Coastal Trail, enjoying a refreshing juice at Johnny's Produce, hiking through the breathtaking Chugach State Park, or strolling along the peaceful boardwalk at Potter Marsh, Anchorage offers wellness activities that bring you closer to nature and leave you feeling refreshed. Each experience allows you to connect with the unique beauty of Alaska while prioritizing your well-being.