About This Playground
🌳 Valley of the Moon Park is a 21.78-acre community-use park located in Anchorage, Alaska, nestled within the Chester Creek Greenbelt. It features one of the city's largest playgrounds, open grassy areas, picnic shelters, and access to the Chester Creek Trail.
Visitor Experience: Visitors frequently commend the park's expansive playground and scenic surroundings, making it a favored spot for families and community gatherings.>
More about this playground
Playground Type
Address
610 W 17th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501, USA
Phone
(907) 343-4355
+1 907-343-4355
Coordinates
61.20495, -149.89451
Hours of Operation
Hours may vary during holidays. Please call ahead for confirmation.
Playground Features
Age Suitability
Designed to accommodate children of various ages, with distinct areas tailored for both younger and older kids.
Equipment Available
A prominent multi-tiered rocket ship structure with slides, a separate setup for younger children, sturdy swing sets suitable for all ages, and a geometric monkey-bar setup.
Shaded Areas
The park offers limited natural shade, but there are picnic shelters and benches that provide covered seating.
Seating For Parents
Multiple benches and picnic tables are available throughout the park.
Restroom Availability
Restroom facilities are available within the park.
Drinking Fountains
Not specified.
Safety Accessibility
Fencing
The park includes a fenced-in dog park area.
Surface Material
Not specified.
Ada Accessibility
The park has undergone improvements to enhance ADA accessibility, including the addition of accessible pathways.
Cleanliness Maintenance
The park is well-maintained and clean.
Additional Amenities
Nearby Parking
A parking lot is available, though it can become crowded during peak times.
Pet Policy
Features a fenced-in dog park area.
Bike Racks
Bike parking is available.
Nearby Food Options
Not specified.
Sports Areas
Includes open grassy areas suitable for various recreational activities.
Walking / Biking Trails Nearby
Direct access to the Chester Creek Trail, which connects to Anchorage's broader trail network.
Community Reviews
User Submitted Photos
Available on platforms such as Yelp and TripAdvisor.
Recent Reviews
Positive feedback highlights the park's expansive playground and suitability for families.
Crowd Levels
The park can become busy during weekends and special events.
Special Events
Hosts various community events and gatherings.
User Experience
Entrance Fee
Free admission.
Space For Groups
Equipped with picnic shelters and open areas suitable for group gatherings.
Nature Connection
Situated within the Chester Creek Greenbelt, offering natural scenery and a creek.
Noise Level
Generally moderate; may increase during events.
Aesthetic Design
Features a space-themed playground design, including a prominent rocket ship structure.
Safety Regulations
Security Presence
Not specified.
Rules Restrictions
Standard park rules apply.
First Aid Availability
Not specified.
Community Interaction
Community Activities
Regularly hosts community events and festivals.
Social Interaction
Encourages community engagement through events and recreational facilities.
Sustainability Environment
Eco Friendly Practices
Not specified.
Renewable Energy
Not specified.
Walkability Bike Access
Easily accessible via the Chester Creek Trail and nearby bike paths.
Reviews
Lauren Roesing
7 months ago
This park is always so much fun and has been around since I was a kid too!
View on GoogleChristopher Beegle
a year ago
Valley of the moon park is a great destination in the Anchorage area. Here’s what I loved about it. The playground structures offered a variety of different types of play for children. Not only that, but they are slightly spread out to eliminate crowding. In addition to the structures, the park provides hosts a large field, a walking trail that connects to the Chester creek trail, and the sweet sounds of Chester creek babbling by. Unlike other parks in Anchorage, this park was devoid of vagrant squatting.
View on GoogleRonald Plakus
4 years ago
For such a small Park, it has an excellent dog park. There is a shelter for having a picnic lunch. There's even a groomed circular track for practicing cross country skiing... Great place to start off an inner city trail hike
View on GoogleTJ Alaska
4 months ago
I love going to this park because not only can you let your dogs roam around but your children can also play on the very extensive playground that they have for the children! I love the Campbell Creek runs through this park it's a very beautiful view!
View on GoogleGRAMS
2 years ago
Near a lovely shallow creek and beautiful rose "garden"; however, no water fountain. Beautiful trail to hike and three areas to play.
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