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Eagle River Points of Interest
Information provided courtesy of the Chugiak/Eagle River Chamber of Commerce.
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.
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On the church grounds are brightly colored native spirit houses which rise above the graves in the ancestral burial ground. |
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.
