Ranked #5 of 12 skate parks in Anchorage by visitor rating
About
Cuddy Family Midtown Park is a centrally located community park in Anchorage's midtown district, just steps from the Public Library. Visitors appreciate the spacious grounds offering something for everyone – a playground for kids, walking trails, sports fields, and a scenic pond teeming with wildlife including ducks, geese, and magpies. The park features a circuit track and plenty of open space for events and recreation. With extended hours from 7 AM to 10 PM daily, it's accessible year-round. While some note occasional homeless encampments nearby, most visitors find it a pleasant neighborhood destination for families seeking outdoor activities and nature observation in the heart of the city.
What visitors say
★★★★★
“The park was relatively empty, not including the *ahem* transient individuals that inhabit the area. I remember the park being full of life. My kids always had a handful of kids to play with. Not so much anymore. The trash in the tree line and where camp sites were abandoned is…”
★★★★★
“The sunny sky was visible today while my dog and I were onsite. We met a woman who was there visiting a week after she brought some abandoned ducklings here. They are in my pictures. We sat by the shoreline to get some direct sunshine on my face for 30 minutes. This pond looks a …”
★★★★★
“Not a bad park for a quick stroll. Has almost everything you might want in a small city park in the middle of town. Has a walking trail, circuit track, large fields, pond, playground and wildlife(geese this time of year. Biggest drawback is the homeless camp attached to one…”
★★★★★
“So many ducks, geese, pigeons, and seagulls. It is very pretty for those who like a small walk. Please teach your kids not to storm up to the geese. Watched some kid learn that lesson when trying to yell and touch a baby duck. Be ready for bird poo as well. You will see some…”
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