Little Dipper Park

A Nearby Park's Journey

Situated on its namesake street since 1979, Little Dipper Park came to life when the city purchased this modest plot to expand recreational options for the community. Smaller than a football field but larger than a basketball court, this cozy green space offers a neighborhood retreat for locals.

The park has quite the transformation story. Back in 2008, it received some pretty tough feedback on a neighborhood park report card (ouch!). But things turned around in 2010 when a $45,700 legislative grant breathed new life into the space as part of a Neighborhood Park Fix-it initiative.

What You'll Find Here

One of the coolest features has to be the marsh overlook, where you can take a moment to appreciate the natural wetlands that make Alaska so special. The park accommodates both little ones and older kids with different play areas.

The playground is thoughtfully divided with equipment for the preschool crowd (2-5 years) and their older siblings (5-12 years). Safety got an upgrade too - gone is the old sand surfacing, replaced with engineered wood fiber that's both safer and more accessible for all abilities.

The Park Today

2011 brought even more improvements to this evolving space. Damaged play equipment got fixed up, and a potentially hazardous pathway was smartly relocated. The practical stuff wasn't forgotten either, with a new entrance sign, information kiosk, and trash cans added to keep things organized and welcoming.

Little Dipper has developed into a pleasant neighborhood park where the community can gather, kids can play, adults can unwind, and everyone can connect with a bit of nature.