Bob and Arlene Cross Park

If you’re looking for a solid all-ages spot in Anchorage, this one delivers. The climbing structure and swings keep the little ones busy while older kids head straight for the basketball court or spread out across the open grass field. Bring a blanket and use one of the picnic tables — it’s genuinely a good setup for a low-key summer afternoon with the family. Dogs seem to love it here too, and parking is easy enough that you’re not circling the block before you even get started.