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Goose Lake
Goose Lake Park, Anchorage, AlaskaLakePublic summer swimming
Municipal lake park with a designated beach and swimming area near the University of Alaska Anchorage.
- Water
- Lake
- Entry
- Free
- Swim hours
- Dawn to dusk; gate closes at 9 pm.
- Facilities
- Swimming area, beach, paved parking, picnic shelter
- Lifeguard
- No lifeguard
- Managed by
- Municipality of Anchorage
When you can swim
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Open to swimmersClosed to swimmers
Getting there
2811 UAA Drive, Anchorage, near East Northern Lights Boulevard. The beach is a short walk from the paved parking area.
61.1949, -149.8205
Get directionsRules to know before you go
- Swim at your own risk.
- Sailcraft are not permitted.
- Motorised vehicles and model boats are prohibited.
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Questions about Goose Lake
Can you swim at Goose Lake?
Yes. Goose Lake has a public swimming area and beach. Swimming is at your own risk and there is no lifeguard.
Does it cost anything to swim at Goose Lake?
Free
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