Kincaid Park

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Kincaid Park is a 1516.78 acre municipal park in Anchorage, Alaska, bounded on the South by Turnagain Arm, on the West Knik Arm. Noted for nordic ski trails, in snowless months the park is frequented by runners, bikers, hikers, archers, dog-trainers, motocross users, paint-ballers, disc golfers, rollerskiers, etc. Other winter activities include snowshoeing, sledding and biathlon (many trees were cut Spring of 2006 for a new range opening soon).

The park is mostly forested, with birch, cottonwood, and spruce. Wild-life includes moose, lynx, and porcupines.

Little Campbell Lake offers ice-fishing in winter, boating and fishing in the summer. No camping or fires are allowed anywhere within the park.

The Anchorage Coastal Trail connects Kincaid Park to downtown Anchorage and provides excellent biking or skiing.

Kincaid Park and Point Woronzof Park (191.7 acres) offer the best semi-wilderness experiences closest to West and Downtown Anchorage.