"Alaska is known for the cold, but the World’s Largest Chocolate Waterfall in Anchorage is pumping more hot cocoa confection than anywhere on the planet," the Atlas Obscura says.

"Consisting of a series of copper melting pots that spill liquid chocolate into one another before the stream reaches a grand fountain that settles out into a pool of pure candy, the sweet attraction brings plenty of visitors into the Alaska Wild Berry Park Store which houses the oddity.

"So popular is the fountain that much of the chocolate has been donated by large chocolate companies such as Nestle and Guittard. The falls pump over 3000 pounds of molten chocolate down the 20-foot installation at any given time, although visitors are not allowed to swim."

"IN 1994 WHEN PETER EDEN BUILT the new main store, he knew it would have to be really special. After all, Anchorage wasn't exactly a world-class tourism destination at the time. So working from Peter's vision, Homer artist Mike Sirl designed and built this "Chocolate Waterfall." - the official website says.

"The falls incorporates over 3000 pounds of chocolate, authentic copper candy kettles, and a specially built warming and mixing system. The chocolate gushes out of the fountain head, cascades down the kettles, then settles in the swirling chocolate pool.

"The chocolate itself is donated by the Peter's Chocolate Division of Nestle Foods and Guittard Chocolate Company, And by the way, if you're tempted by the luscious smell to sample some of the flowing melted candy, please don't. The chocolate waterfall is for your visual enjoyment only. We have plenty of delicious chocolate at the candy counter to your left."

"Everyone loves chocolate, especially in the winter. When you think of handmade, delicious chocolate, you must think of Alaska Wild Berry Products! This amazing and absolutely incredible treat store in Anchorage boasts the world’s largest chocolate waterfall in Alaska!," the Only In Your State says.

"Established in 1946, 13 years before Alaska even became a state, Alaska Wild Berry Products started creating amazing wild berry jams and jellies. They have since expanded to many different tasty sweets, including chocolate, fudge, and other candies as well!
One of the most famous attractions in their Anchorage store is the world's largest chocolate waterfall!

"The chocolate waterfall is stunning, with over 3000 pounds of chocolate flowing through the falls! The waterfall was created in 1994, when the store was built. The chocolate gushes out of the head, before cascading 20 feet down through specially made copper kettles, and swirling in the chocolate pool below. The copper kettles are authentic candy kettles! The kettles, and the entire falls, were made special by Homer artist Mike Sirl."

"At Alaska Wild Berry Products factory and store a 20-foot waterfall of warm, melted chocolate spills down copper candy kettles into a molten pool," the Fotospot.com says.

"Try to refrain from the temptation to drown yourself in this luscious, sugar-scented cocoa dream! There's plenty of chocolates and candies for purchase.

"Choose between sampler boxes, beer brittle, giant chocolate bars, and bags of crunchy bark. There is even a selection of sugar-free candies for people with special dietary needs."

"Located just inside the main entrance of the Alaska Wild Berry Products confections factory, this chocolate waterfall is sure to impress - and tempt - visitors of all ages," the Waymarking says.

"This fountain was designed and built by Alaskan artist Mike Serl. It is 20 feet tall and contains more than 3,400 pounds of real liquid chocolate! The chocolate begins with a gush from the fountainhead and flows through five copper kettles before it settles into the chocolate pool at the bottom.

"There are 10 pound blocks of Guittard chocolate stacked at the base of the pool you can hold (ask the staff for assistance) for a picture."

"We’re kicking off this list with an indoor activity in Anchorage. Forget Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory and visit Alaska Wild Berry Products’ 20-foot chocolate waterfall," the Westmark Hotels says.



"With more than 3,000 pounds of molten goodness cascading down a 20-foot fountain of copper kettles, this is a real confectionary wonder. Just don’t fall in or try to take a taste! Don’t worry, there is plenty of chocolate to taste at the candy counter nearby."

"The store was originally founded in 1946 by Homer residents Kenneth and Hazel Heath, who began making jams and jellies from Alaskan berries. The company changed hands twice in the 1970s but today's owner, Peter Eden, still emphasizes Alaskan flavors and products," the Alaska.org says.

"In 1989 he added chocolate-covered berries to the mix—an instant success—and in 1994 opened a factory store off Old Seward Highway, which greets visitors with the sight of its 20-foot melted chocolate “water”-fall. Using more than 3,000 pounds of chocolate, it’s hard to miss.

"Start in the Wild Berry chocolate factory, where you can take a self-guided candy-kitchen tour and see how some of the state’s most delicious chocolates are made (and of course, try some of the free samples). In the gift shop you will find a variety of Alaskan products like jams, jellies, salmon, meats, and of course chocolates.

"Other gift items include ulus, ornate wooden bowls, and apparel. The most popular items? The jelly center chocolates, fudge, and Fireweed jelly. Before you depart, walk past the famous 20-foot-tall Inukshuk Rock Man— a tribute to ancient arctic travelers."

"For a sweet ending to this list of the best things to do in Anchorage, head to the following location! If you love chocolate, and who doesn’t, you should view the World’s Largest Chocolate Waterfall when you’re in Anchorage! - thewildtrek.com says.

"Even though it’s not in the Guinness Book of World Records, it’s hard to think of an enormous chocolate waterfall than this one. Since 1994, it has been pumping 3,000 pounds of chocolate down a 20-foot cascade.

"As strange as it is, you can see it in the Alaska Wild Berry Park Store. It’s something you’ll never forget."

"Alaska Wild Berry Products is a store, park and theater located at Juneau Street in Anchorage, Alaska. It is approximately a 20 minute drive from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport. The hours of opening for the store vary throughout the year but this attraction opens seven days a week all year except New Year's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day," the City-Data.com says.



"In the store there are viewing windows where customers watch the four kitchens with staff preparing candies, jams and jellies. They can watch the molding of the chocolate candies, see the hand-made cream centers, decoration of the chocolate candies and making of popcorn amongst other things. The process takes the viewers through to the final stages of packaging and filling jars with hot jams and jellies.

"One of the biggest attractions is the 20 foot chocolate waterfall, which incorporates over 3,000 pounds of chocolate, authentic copper candy kettles and a specially built warming and mixing system. The chocolate comes out of the fountain head and falls down and over the kettles before ending up in a pool of chocolate. Visitors should note this feature is a visual display only and they shouldn't be tempted to taste the chocolate."