Travel to charming Eagle River
Enjoy the festivals and other features of Eagle River. Travelers like the riverfront, skiing and forests in this romantic and scenic city. Many rental homes come with outdoor spaces, separate dining areas and full kitchens, perfect if you want to enjoy some home-cooked meals.
Activities and attractions in Eagle River
Do you want to discover top things to see and do while you're in the area? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable vacation rental, you'll want to experience everything that makes Eagle River a one-of-a-kind vacation spot. Here are some of the top attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Arctic Valley Ski Area (5.4 mi / 8.7 km)
- Moose Run Golf Course (6.9 mi / 11.2 km)
- Settlers Bay Golf Course (12.7 mi / 20.4 km)
- Hilltop Ski Area (13.7 mi / 22.1 km)
- Alaska Zoo (15.5 mi / 25 km)
- Anchorage Golf Course (15.7 mi / 25.3 km)
Exploring the natural features in Eagle River
Whether you're an active traveler or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Eagle River is a great place to spend some time outside. Here are some of the area’s most eye-catching features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Thunderbird Falls (7.3 mi / 11.7 km)
- Cook Inlet (9.1 mi / 14.6 km)
- Nunaka Valley South Park (10.6 mi / 17 km)
- Eagle River Nature Center (11.7 mi / 18.9 km)
- Ship Creek Viewing Platform (12.4 mi / 20 km)
- Alaska Botanical Garden (12.4 mi / 20 km)
Traveling to and around Eagle River
The nearest airport is in Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field), located 11.3 mi (18.3 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you can also fly into Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl. Airport (ANC), which is 17 mi (27.4 km) away.