6. Kincaid Park

SOUTH OF DOWNTOWN.   This 1400-acre park is a Nordic skier's dream. Sixty kilometers of trails meander over hills and through birch and spruce groves. Seventeen kilometers of the trails are lighted for night skiing, helpful given the short daylight hours during winter. The park hosts many ski competitions, including the Olympic tryouts, and several of the trails are named in honor of young Alaskan skiers whose lives were cut short. A visitor's center features historic photos and hosts the post-race receptions. In the summer, the trails are a great place for a hike or bike followed by a picnic. A small fishing pond is regularly stocked with salmon and trout.   (© 10Best)

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