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Anchorage, Alaska
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The park is located on the site of a neighborhood that was destroyed during the 1964 Good Friday Earthquake, one of the most powerful earthquakes in recorded history.
The Good Friday Earthquake measured 9.2 on the Richter scale, making it the second-largest earthquake ever recorded.
The earthquake shook the region for approximately 4.5 minutes, causing extensive damage and land shifts.
The park's land experienced a process called 'land subsidence,' where the ground sank and shifted dramatically due to the earthquake.
Visitors can find informative signs throughout the park that explain the science and history of the 1964 earthquake.
The park's landscape includes visible scars and depressions from the earthquake's impact, offering a tangible glimpse into the past.
The park is connected to the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail, a popular 11-mile trail that offers scenic views of Anchorage's coastline.
