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Dates: 1/1/2013 - 12/31/2013
City / State: Anchorage, AK
Event Name: Chester Creek/Tony Knowles Coastal Trails
Event Type: Year Round Walk
Event ID: 93690 2013/Y0902
Distance - Trail Ratings: 10km - 1A
Description: See individual start point listings for hours of operation. Trail rated 1. OK for strollers but incline will make it difficult for wheelchairs. Trail makes a loop on city sidewalks and paved park trails.
Amenities: Strollers: Easy | Wheelchairs: Medium | Pets: Yes | Restrooms: Yes
Special Programs: This event doesn't have any special Programs assigned.
Start Times:
Location: Westmark Hotel/Alaska Public Lands Info Center
Start Point / Driving Directions: JAN 1 - MAY 24 and SEPT 7 - DEC 31: Westmark Hotel, Lobby check-in desk, 907-276-7676. 720 W. 5th Ave. Located on the corner of 5th Ave. and G St. Daily, dawn to dusk. MAY 25 - SEPT 6: Alaska Public Lands Info Center (Old Federal Bldg.); 907-271-2737. 605 W. 4th Ave, Suite 105. Located on the corner of 4th and F St on first floor. You will need a photo ID to enter the Public Lands Center. From the airport take Airport Rd to Minnesota St. Turn left and drive to 4th Ave. Turn right to start. Daily, 9-6.
Awards & Fees: IVV Credit Only
Comments: Trail includes portions of the Chester Creek and Tony Knowles Coastal Trails with views of Westchester Lagoon, Cook Inlet and Mount Susitna. Cross over bridge spaning downtown Ship Creek salmon stream. During winter months sidewalks and roads can be icy - use caution.
Host Club: Anchorage Volkssport Club
Contact: Clyde Faulk (907) 248-9252
Website: No Website Listed
E-Mail Contact: faulkcr@gci.net