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Points
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Thunderbird Falls
These spectacular falls are the terminus of a comfortable one
mile family walk on a well maintained trail. It is a must see for all
who visit this community! This popular site is located to the north of
Chugiak with access off the Glenn Highway.
The Chugach State Park Eagle River Nature Center
The Nature Center is located at mile 12 of Eagle River Road. This facility
offers a "hands on" interpretive nature center as well as self-guided
trails into the Park. Volunteers are available at the Nature Center to
help answer questions and direct hikers. Summer and winter staffing hours
vary. Call (907) 694-2108.

On the church grounds are brightly colored
native spirit houses which rise above the graves in the ancestral
burial ground.
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Of cultural interest is the Eklutna Village Historical Park
centered in the native village of Eklutna.
This site is the home of St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church.
The church, documented as the oldest building in Anchorage with
a construction date of approximately 1830, provides a glimpse into
the historic Russian influence in the region. On the church grounds
are brightly colored native spirit houses which rise above the graves
in the ancestral burial ground. (Open May through September)
Summer 907-688-6026 Off season 907-242-2837 |
South Fork Falls is located out Hiland
Road adjacent to Spirit Park and is another natural treasure for visitors
and residents alike.
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