Distance and Time: about 14 miles/30 minutes
Arctic Valley may be better known with Anchorage locals
than with visitors.
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| A small stream atop Arctic Valley... the origin of Ship Creek? |
As we drove into Arctic Valley, we entered Moose Run Golf
Course. This military course is open to civilians including visitors from far
and wide. Together, Moose Run’s Hill and Creek Courses are known
as “the world's northernmost 36-hole golf course.”
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| Wild geranium, one of many wildflowers in Arctic Valley |
As the elevation increased on Arctic Valley Road, the
driving became a bit steeper and more challenging. This area east of and high
above Anchorage’s downtown invites visitors to hike, watch birds and other
wildlife, see wildflowers and in the summer pick berries. At the top near the Arctic
Valley Ski Area, set among a thicket of
trees, we found a wellspring of water we were told is the origin of Ship Creek.
The valley is accessible from Arctic Valley Road, a little
more than a 20 minute drive from Anchorage. From downtown Anchorage, take the
Glenn Highway east toward Eagle River. Take the first exit for Arctic Valley
and follow the road to the ski area.
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