Experts' Choice Award Potter Marsh Bird Sanctuary
What the experts agree on
This 2,300-acre wetland sanctuary hosts over 220 bird species plus moose and beaver, making it essential for serious birders. Located 10 miles south of downtown, it's where migratory birds rest and nest seasonally.
“This park is a must-see for bird watchers and feathered-friends enthusiasts.”
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Fodor's "Sandhill cranes, trumpeter swans, and other migratory birds, as well as the occasional moose or beaver, frequent this marsh about 10 miles south of Downtown on the Seward Highway." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"The 2,300-acre wetland, officially called the Anchorage Coastal Wildlife Refuge, acts as home base or migratory rest stop for more than 220 species of birds." Full review
