Sand Lake
Anchorage





Popular places to visit

Kincaid Park
Explore the lovely green spaces of Kincaid Park and enjoy the hiking trails in Anchorage. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Alyeska Ski Resort
Be thrilled with high-speed winter activity while skiing the Chugach Mountains at this resort. Enjoy year-round attractions and astonishing views.

University of Alaska - Anchorage
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Alaska - Anchorage during your visit to Anchorage. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.

Port of Anchorage
Explore the waterfront of Port of Anchorage and enjoy activities such as hiking in Anchorage. Stroll along the area's lakeside or experience its fascinating museums.

Chugach State Park
Encounter huge lakes surrounded by mountains, glaciers and waterfalls in one of the largest state parks in the United States.

Anchorage Museum
One of the largest museums in Alaska is also one of its best, telling the stories of Alaska Native cultures and displaying artworks from this stunning state.
Things to do

Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage

Alaska Railroad Aurora Winter Anchorage to Fairbanks One Way

Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket

Dog Sledding & Animal Adventures – Anchorage Pickup

Matanuska Glacier Guided Hike – Anchorage Pickup

Alaska Railroad Aurora Winter Fairbanks to Anchorage One Way
Top hotels in Sand Lake

Jewel Lake Bed and Breakfast
The room is spotless as are the common areas. Very well appointed with all kinds of extras. The ambience is very much Alaskan cabin in the woods! Love it😍
Reviewed on 24 Jan, 2026

Puffin Inn of Anchorage
With this rate and rooms like premium quality this is best hotel in whole anchorage. Airport Shuttle is super quick to receive you. Area is nice. I was surprised by the room because same quality you would pay double the rate in the neighborhood.
Reviewed on 7 Feb, 2026

The Lakefront Anchorage
Clean rooms
Reviewed on 30 Jan, 2026

Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
It's fine, no problems and nothing mind blowing.
Reviewed on 14 Jan, 2026

Hyatt Place Anchorage Midtown
Great customer service. Tanya at the front desk was Outstanding !!!
Reviewed on 27 Jan, 2026

Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown
Everything was great
Reviewed on 29 Jan, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sand Lake

Turnagain
If you're spending some time in Turnagain, Prince William Sound and Alaska Aviation Heritage Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Bayshore - Klatt
If you're spending some time in Bayshore - Klatt, Dimond Center and Campbell Lake are top sights worth seeing.

Taku - Campbell
While visiting Taku - Campbell, you might make a stop by sights like Dimond Center and Campbell Creek Greenbelt Park.

Spenard
Abundant dining options and lake views are well-reviewed features of Spenard. Make a stop by top sights like Arctic Benson Park while you're exploring the area.

Midtown Anchorage
Travellers come to Midtown Anchorage for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Arctic Benson Park and Z.J. Loussac Library - Main Branch while you're in town.

North Star
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North Star and surrounding area, you can visit Sullivan Arena and Anchorage Football Stadium.
