The Alaska Zoo
View a vast collection of Alaskan critters - including bears (Oreo the brown bear and Ahpun the polar bear are favorites), birds, moose, fox, river otters, harbor seals, sheep and many others. Plus, Maggie, the harmonica-playing elephant.
Musk Ox Farm
Learn about musk ox history, and get close to these powerful beasts. Located an hour north of Anchorage, at a picturesque farm with breathtaking views. See qiviut products, made from the hair of musk ox, in the visitor center's gift shop. (907) 745-4151
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
Feel the power of a buffalo staring down at you. Get close to a young moose or deer. Spot a herd of reindeer. Photograph a huge bull elk. See any number of big game living much as they would in their natural habitat.
Alaska SeaLife Center
Get oceans away from ordinary. Witness 1500-pound Steller sea lions gliding past underwater viewing windows, puffins diving in a naturalistic habitat, and harbor seals sprawling atop rocky beaches at this world-class marine science facility - committed to preserving the wonders the sea through research, rehabilitation and education.
Elmendorf State Hatchery
Watch salmon struggle upstream! Located near downtown, on the north bank of Ship Creek at the corner of Reeve Boulevard and Post Road. The hatchery is owned and operated by the State of Alaska, Department of Fish and Game, Sport Fish Division. (907) 274-0065 |
