With 495,000-acre Chugach State Park hovering right on the city limits, Chugach National Forest to the south and spectacular destinations like Eklutna Lake and Hatcher Pass within an easy 90 ...

From forest trails in local and state parks to immersive museums and cultural experiences in and around Alaska’s biggest city ...

Whether you're traveling out to the far flung, black sand beaches of the Aleutian Islands or deep in the woods of Tongass National Forest, where hikers can safely watch bears in their own habitat ...

The lake is closed for the season, officials say. But the town of Lake Lure is open. And they are ready for visitors to come ...

The threat of invasive golden mussels is leading to new restrictions in the Sly Park Recreation Area to protect drinking ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: Eklutna Lake makes an excellent full-day adventure in Chugach State Park. You can also rent mountain bikes and kayaks from a third-party vendor right on the lakeshore.

Chautauqua Lake's shoreline will soon feature a virtual paddle trail, enhancing eco-tourism opportunities in the area.

The land was given to the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation, only to be sold out from under them. Now, Gov. JB Pritzker has ...

by KOMO News Staff TOPICS: LAKE STEVENS, Wash. — A man died following a head-on collision on State Route 9 Southeast in Lake Stevens this morning. Officers reported that upon arrival ...

The volcanic crater lake attracts thousands of visitors each year. Those wanting to enjoy the deepest lake in the U.S. will need to schedule a visit soon, before access closes for more than two years.

Even though spring has sprung, there's still time to shake off the seasonal slump with a chilling ritual water enthusiasts love — the polar plunge. A quick dip in frigid waters could be just the ...