Don't stop here last like someone else suggested. This wildlife park is reasonably priced ($5 per person) and is open year round. These aren't just zoo animals .... these animals CANNOT live in the wild on their own ... they've been injured or abandoned or their mothers were killd before they were able to learn to survive on their own. The owners have a passion for these animals. If you have extra, give a donation... they greatly appreciate it.

I live in Anchorage and our family visits several times a year. It's not recommended but we have pet the moose and a few of the other animals when they come up to see us. Most of the animals are pretty secure around all the visitors. You can get some AWESOME pictures of these animals without a fence in the way!

The gift shop is wonderful. They have everything from Alaska themed pajamas to coloring books, postcards & stationary, caribou rugs, alaska-themed dishes, soap and candles... something for everyone. In the summer time they even have food, such as hot dogs, cookies, chips and soda.

After you visit here you can drive a few more miles down the road and see Portage Glacier or go through the tunnel to Whittier to get some wonderful homemade fudge at Sound & Spirit at the end of the wharf. There's also day cruises out of Whittier .