Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve is the largest national park in the United States, situated in southeastern Alaska. It is known for its vast wilderness, rugged mountain ranges, glaciers, and diverse ecosystems.
Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve is a stunning wilderness located in southeastern Alaska, part of the larger Tongass National Forest. Known for its dramatic landscapes of towering glaciers, snow-capped mountains, deep fjords, and temperate rainforests, it offers a glimpse into a dynamic natural world shaped by ice and water.
The Great Kobuk Sand Dunes are a vast expanse of sand dunes located in Kobuk Valley National Park, Alaska. They are the largest active sand dunes in Arctic North America, covering an area of about 25 square miles. The dunes rise as high as 100 feet (30 meters) above the surrounding boreal forest, creating a surreal contrast between the desert-like landscape and the Arctic environment.
Pioneer Park is a 44-acre Historical Theme Park located in the heart of Fairbanks, Alaska - between Airport Way and the Chena River bike path. You can also enjoy the playground and Bear Art Gallery at no cost! Some museums and activities charge a nominal fee.
The Tony Knowles Coastal Trail is a popular outdoor recreational trail in Anchorage, Alaska. Named after former Alaska Governor Tony Knowles, the trail stretches for approximately 11 miles along the scenic coastline of the city. It offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains, forests, and the waters of the Cook Inlet.
Flattop Mountain is a 3,510-foot mountain located in Chugach State Park just east of urban Anchorage. It is the most climbed mountain in the state. The trail starts with a wooden staircase and switchbacks through hemlock until reaching the alpine tundra at Blueberry hill. The last few hundred feet are steep & rocky. The views are great from the top of the 3550 ft peak.
The Iditarod is a sled dog race museum in a log cabin in Wasilla, Alaska and is an annual long-distance sled dog race that takes place in Alaska, starting in Anchorage and ending in Nome. The race covers approximately 1,000 miles, with competitors traversing frozen rivers, mountain ranges, and tundra as they make their way across the state.
