Friends of Creamers Field

Great place to come stretch your legs! We came here when it was covered with a thick layer of snow, so snow boots with good grip are necessary. Alternatively, bring your cross country skis – there were tons of skiers out there when we were walking around.
There are several trails for you to meander about on. We chose to just do a 1-​mile loop since we got there pretty close to sunset and didn’t want to sign up for more than we could comfortably finish (don’t forget that it’s harder to trudge along in the snow). It was a nice little walk (not too arduous either) that lent itself to some pretty pictures of the trees and sky. I’m glad we were able to get out and enjoy the day while burning calories instead of consuming them, for a change!

Vast field! Perfect for ice skating, too bad we weren’t prepared for it. However, it’s a great place to stroll around and good for photo opportunities. It’s pretty much a historical field of nature, so check it out! Spend few hours walking about in this refuge. Tundra foreeessttt: D

take the 2-​mile self-​guided nature trail– relaxing and pretty area, full of wildlife and interesting woods and wetlands.

I have a great walk I walk far not that much I rate this a 5 star for a good walk it hard to walk in the winter but the summer is a ok you can bring your bike good place to take a walk I walk 45 minunte.

We wanted to do something to burn off calories from all the food we ate and ended up here! Well, it was so cool that I almost fell and cracked by head, but its all good. Just wear some shoes with traction and don’t go walking in snow while looking at the pretty sky! My bad!
How to find it? It is on College Road on an old dairy farm. The walk on the trail was not only very picturesque and quiet, but educational. We learned that Creamer’s works with the Dept of Fish & Wildlife and is a refuge for migratory birds (this info is all available in the small visitor’s center and throughout the trails). The Creamer family bought the dairy in the 1920s and the refuge is now on this land. Apparently the large open fields are a perfect area for birds on the move.
There is a boardwalk to walk on; in the winter there was a foot or so of snow covering it, but we still trudged on through happily. I think that in the summer the area is more swampy/​marshlike and mosquitoes would likely be swarming the area. The trails and parking are free. Nice spot to see and I suggest the peaceful and calm walk if you are in Fairbanks!
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One of my favorites while in Fairbanks. It was snowing, so I wasn’t expecting to do or see much, but we decided to get all our layers on and do the 1-​mile Boreal Tundra hike (more of a walk, really). It was beautiful with the snow, leaves changing colors, birch trees, and other white trees that I didn’t know the names of. There were little signs along the way talking about the history of the trail, the animals that reside there, and explaining the huge fallen trees. I was also a big fan of the open fields with the birds flying in flocks back and forth. It was definitely worth it to climb up to the platform to get a good view of them. I have to say that the people of Fairbanks are either really burly or just crazy– quite a few people came here jogging the trails in the snow.

I was pleasantly surprised by our visit to Creamers Field. I was not super excited to go, b/​c I typically enjoy more rugged/​remote hikes, but the hike at Creamers was very relaxing and had some really beautiful scenery. We spent all of our time hiking the loop in the forest, which is really unique because they have built a nice boardwalk which allows you to easily walk through a swampy area which would otherwise be very unpleasant. Very unique hike!

As good as it gets !! Great place to take a walk and be near the birds. We went towards the end of august and we saw sand hill cranes and canada geese. We landed at the Bird Observatoryat the intersection of Margaret and College road. Parking was limited however the walk towwards the field was beautiful as it was strewn with fall colored leaves on the ground. We saw a jackal in the distance amidst the birds. Lots of bird watchers and people jogging on the trails.
There were lots of mosquitoes. So a repellant and long sleeves would come in handy. Would definitely visit here if we come again. Would love to see the migratory birds in Spring.

Such a great place to walk — I didn’t have a chance to walk too far since the mosquitoes were out for my blood that day, but I could see it as being a great place for bird watchers, runners, kids, adults, everyone who loves the outdoors!
I spoke to a really passionate volunteer at the visitor’s house and he gave us great background about the dairy and the migratory birds that come through. He also played us some sandhill crane calls — what an awesome experience! Would suggest this to anyone who has some time in Fairbanks!

We decided to avoid the more touristy places that our tour had booked for us and just do our own thing. This was one of those things.
Lots of geese out on this day in the main field. Very picturesque view of the birds, the fields, small lakes, and the mountains behind it all. Lots of people were out with their dogs on this day.
We walked the Boreal Tundra trail which was a nice «interpretive» trail that was more trail than signs. It basically tells you about not only the area you are hiking in, but what changes can happen throughout Alaska’s Tundra Wilderness.
No tour group goes here that I know of, but a cab from downtown only cost about $ 9. From here you could walk the mile or two to the university’s museum or nearby restaurants.

pet and kid friendly place to walk, hike and bird watch, too, best of all, it is free to the public…