Summer in Alaska can get hot and that’s why it’s important to know the best places to cool off. These swimming holes, lakes and rivers are great places to hang out with friends and escape that subtle Alaskan heat. Have you been to any of these lakes? If not make sure to plan a day trip or camping trip this summer with your friends.
- McCarthy Swimming Hole
Alaska Org. Right off the trail to Kennicott River is a beautiful swimming hole with a lovely beach to lay back and relax on. When you’re ready to explore make sure you get up close and personal with the nearby Kennicott Glacier.
- Little Campbell Lake
Cindy Zackowitz | Flickr At Little Campbell Lake you can hike, bike, swim, fish, or float, all within just a few minutes of Downtown Anchorage!
- Goose Lake
Frank Kovalchek | Flickr Goose Lake is right in the heart of Anchorage, Alaska and if it’s not too crowded it’s a great place to take the family and cool off for a bit.
- Mirror Lake
David Schroeder | Flickr If you find that your local swimming hole is a little crowded just head out of Anchorage for about 20 miles and you’ll hit the lesser known but just as beautiful Mirror Lake.
- Big Lake Alaska
Michael Hayes | Flickr Do you have a boat? If so, then Big Lake is the place to be during the Alaskan Summer. This is a popular destination that’s located between Wasilla and Willow.
- Rocky Lake
JLS Photography | Flickr If Big Lake Alaska is just a little too crowded for your liking then check out the near by Rocky Lake!
Which one of these incredible destinations do you want to check out first?
Alaska Org.
Right off the trail to Kennicott River is a beautiful swimming hole with a lovely beach to lay back and relax on. When you’re ready to explore make sure you get up close and personal with the nearby Kennicott Glacier.
Cindy Zackowitz | Flickr
At Little Campbell Lake you can hike, bike, swim, fish, or float, all within just a few minutes of Downtown Anchorage!
Frank Kovalchek | Flickr
Goose Lake is right in the heart of Anchorage, Alaska and if it’s not too crowded it’s a great place to take the family and cool off for a bit.
David Schroeder | Flickr
If you find that your local swimming hole is a little crowded just head out of Anchorage for about 20 miles and you’ll hit the lesser known but just as beautiful Mirror Lake.
Michael Hayes | Flickr
Do you have a boat? If so, then Big Lake is the place to be during the Alaskan Summer. This is a popular destination that’s located between Wasilla and Willow.
JLS Photography | Flickr
If Big Lake Alaska is just a little too crowded for your liking then check out the near by Rocky Lake!
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