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Tony Knowles Coastal Trail

Anchorage, Alaska · Municipality of Anchorage Parks

Dogs on a leash all year

Paved trail along Cook Inlet. Moose are common: keep dogs close.

Source: Municipality of Anchorage, Parks and Recreation Trails. Checked October 28, 2026.

Route shown on the map: about 16.7 km of trail as mapped in OpenStreetMap. Trails can include side paths, so check the park map for the walk you plan.

Follow the signs at the trailhead: parks can close areas to dogs for wildlife.

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Municipality of Anchorage Parks: the rule in full

Dogs must always be leashed on municipal trails and kept by your side, except in designated off-leash areas. Leashing also helps avoid drawing bears and moose towards people.