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Overview

This is a combined local Anchorage history and ebike tour. The ebikes ensure a pleasant and relaxing ride covering a large swath of Anchorage city. You will be guided on a tour through Anchorage's history, from pre-colonization through the present era. Along the "way" we'll cover Anchorage's history as a tent city labor camp to the aviation hub to the military buildup in World War II and through the oil-boom of the 1980s. The bike tour will mostly be along Anchorage's scenic greenbelt trails, including the Coastal Trail. Our route also takes us through the Campbell Creek and Chester Creek bike paths, were moose sightings are common. Belugas and bear have also been sighted. All in all it's a fabulous way to spend a half-day in Anchorage, getting to know the city's history, enjoying a near-effortless ebike ride, and seeing the surrounding mountains and (with luck) seeing wildlife.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Meet at the east entrance to the Tudor Elementary School parking lot. Your guide will be standing by an empty field and will be wearing a hi-vis vest.

Language Offered

English-AUDIO

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Oscar Anderson House Museum
Learn about Oscar Anderson and how he influenced the development of Anchorage from a tent city to a permanent city
Duration: 5 mins
2. Delaney Park Strip
Learn about the Alaska Railroad with a tour stop by a preserved locomotive. Additionally, you will learn about the history of the park strip from Anchorage's early beginnings to the modern day.
Duration: 10 mins
3. Tony Knowles Coastal Trail
Watch for great views of Cook Inlet as well as mountains to the west and north (maybe even Denali!). Belugas have also been spotted from this vantage.
Duration: 15 mins
4. Chester Creek Greenbelt
We will bike the entirety of the Chester Creek Trail with scenic views of woods and the stream. Wildlife sightings (Moose and bear) are common.
Duration: 30 mins
5. Campbell Creek Greenbelt
The Campbell Creek Trail is a beautiful creek-side trail where wildlife is commonly sighted.
Duration: 30 mins
6. Alaska Railroad Depot
We will swing by the Alaska Railroad depot on 1st Avenue for a quick history presentation.
Duration: 5 mins
7. Valley of the Moon Park
Beautiful wooded park and brief historical stop.
Duration: 5 mins
8. Westchester Lagoon
We'll stop at a beautiful vista of the Chugach Mountains, and will also see the salmon habitat remediation. Listen for a historical presentation detailing the changes to the lagoon over the past century.
Duration: 10 mins

Inclusion

Handlebar storage bag and bike rack

Waterproof gloves

Bicycle helmet

Bicycle use

Tea and coffee

Rain Poncho

Exclusion

Gratuities

Bottled water

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Supplied by Freewheel Art and E-bike Tours

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