Earthquake Park Experience

2 Ratings

Live Guide
Instant Confirmation
Group Tour
E-Ticket
2 hr

At 5:36 PM on Good Friday, March 27, 1964 a devastating 9.2 Earthquake struck Southcentral Alaska. Communities were leveled and families were displaced. Anchorage suffered massive damage, and the quake will remain forever part of the city's history. Earthquake Park, on the western tip of Anchorage, was created to showcase nature's incredible display of power. As a team, Anchorage Trolley and Go Hike Alaska will tell you the intriguing story of what happened on that disastrous day. Highlights: • Hear the intriguing story of North America's largest earthquake. • Experience the narration from experienced and animated tour specialists. • Designed for everyone to enjoy. Come one, come all! • Enjoy views of Anchorage's coastline and learn about temperate rainforests. • Go to one of Anchorage's best locations to spot moose! • We'll provide a brochure with hair-raising 1st person accounts and a map.

Itinerary Details

Begin by experiencing a 30-minute ride and historical narrative by their gifted tour drivers on the way to Earthquake Park. Then, we will take over and provide an in-depth interpretive walking tour of the area lasting 1 hour. We will share stories of people who lived through it, see geological deformations, and discuss the new ecology that has come to fruition. Afterwards, afterwards you will hop back on board with Anchorage Trolley, where they will bring you back to your starting location while showcasing more of Anchorage's history. This is Anchorage Trolley's 1 hour city tour combined with a walk through Earthquake Park.

Important Details

Included

Trolley ride!
Brochure with detailed accounts and map of Earthquake Park

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Experience Suggestions: No experience required. At a minimum, you should be able to walk at least 1 mile on flat pavement. You should also be able to easily climb a few flights of stairs over the duration of the walk.
Participation waiver signature required prior to departure.
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands

Meeting Point

Starting at Anchorage Trolley's pickup location on 4th and F St., you will hop aboard one of the town's most famous attractions.

Earthquake Park Experience

Itinerary Details

Important Details

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