ALASKA OFFICIAL STATE VACATION PLANNER

TravelAlaska.com ALASKA The experience of a lifetime

The State of Alaska invites you to experience our awe-inspiring scenic beauty, abundant wildlife and friendly hospitality. Our vacation planner is designed to help you discover the special places and diverse vacation possibilities that make Alaska such an extraordinary destination. In it you’ll find everything from small bed and breakfasts to magnificent lodges, river rafting trips to glacier cruises and everything in between. We hope you’ll come visit the “Great Land” soon. TravelAlaska.com

Mendenhall Glacier, Juneau The people, the places, the beauty – it's like nothing else on earth. And when you visit, Alaska becomes a part of you forever. In fact, every Alaskan you meet will undoubtedly tell you the story of a friend who came to Alaska to visit and never left. Make it Alaska this year!

Table of Contents Map...... 2-3 Trip Planning...... 4-27 Itineraries...... 28-35 Regional Information...... 36-45 How to Use the Travel Directory...... 46 Statewide Businesses...... 47-55 Interior Businesses...... 56-63 Far North Businesses...... 64-65 Southwest Businesses...... 66-68 Inside Passage Businesses...... 69-77 Southcentral Businesses...... 78-96 Camping/RV Parks...... 97 Community Information...... 100-101 Calendar of Events...... 102-104

Front Cover: Sea Kayaking in Harriman Fjord, Prince William Sound Back Cover: Harbor Mountain, Sitka Mendenhall Glacier, Juneau TravelAlaska.com 1 Alaska The state is so immense, it’s easier to think of it as five distinct regions. To help you understand these regions, we’ve color-coded them as shown below. You’ll also find a statewide section to assist you as you explore the different areas of Alaska. For more information on the communities in each region, see pages 36-45. Interior • Alaska Highway • Fairbanks • Mount McKinley & Denali National Park & Preserve Far North • Arctic Coast • Brooks Range • Western Arctic Southwest • Alaska Peninsula • Aleutian Islands • Bristol Bay • Kodiak Archipelago • Pribilof Islands • Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta Inside Passage • Glacier Bay • Northern Region • Southern Region Southcentral • Anchorage Area • Copper River Valley & Wrangell-St. Elias National Park & Preserve • The enaiK • Mat-Su Valley • Prince William Sound

2 TravelAlaska.com 3 ALASKA Turn dreams into reality

Prince4 William Sound More mountains than buildings, more wildlife than people and more glaciers than stoplights.

Portage Pass near Whittier

Alaska – it’s amazingly different, with the tallest mountains, the largest area of national parklands, the highest concentration of glaciers and the longest stretch of coastline in the United States. Alaska is a place of magnificence, but it’s not beyond your reach.

This vacation planner has been designed to help you decide where you want to go and what you want to do. You will find valuable information about special points of interest and the many activities to choose from as you prepare for your unforgettable experience.

Alaska is closer than you might think. With direct flights from many major cities in the United States, you’ll find that getting to Alaska is easier than ever. In fact, you could be here tomorrow.

TravelAlaska.com 5 ALASKA Wildlife

Brown6 Bear, Lake Clark National Park “The moose crossed the road right in front of us. I’ll never forget it … it was a mother and her calf.” - Nicky W., Fernley, NV

Moose, Denali National Park

Watchable Wildlife Viewing Tips

A magnificent grizzly roaming an untamed landscape, great herds of • Dawn and dusk are the best times to view most wildlife caribou migrating across the tundra, millions of salmon spawning up rivers and the haunting cries of sandhill cranes streaming overhead: these • Visit wildlife refuges or parks for best chance to see wildlife and many other wildlife-viewing opportunities await you in Alaska. • Use binoculars and a telephoto lens for great close-up views and photos Join a guided tour through a national or state park to look for bear, • Watch from a distance so both you and the animal remain safe caribou or moose, or take a day cruise to spot puffins, sea otters, and humpback and killer whales. Even a leisurely stroll along one of Alaska’s • Be patient. Even when wildlife is abundant, it may take time to spot many trails can offer a chance to see wildlife, whether it’s Dall sheep kicking • Make noise traveling in thick brush or near spawning salmon to up their heels along a rock face or a bald eagle soaring high above. avoid surprising moose and bears Consider a flightseeing trip for a bird’s-eye view of wildlife beyond the road system or visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center in Portage, the Alaska SeaLife Center in Seward or the Alaska Zoo in Anchorage for a closer look. Wildlife viewing takes on a whole new dimension in winter, when animals are easier to see against a backdrop of white snow. Early winter draws more than 3,000 bald eagles to feed on salmon at the Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve near Haines. Moose, fox and various species of birds can also be spotted more easily. While viewing opportunities abound, one thing is for sure: no matter which path you choose, you’ll remember it for a lifetime.

For more information on wildlife viewing, visit wildlifeviewing.alaska.gov

TravelAlaska.com 7 ALASKA Adventure

“The trip to Alaska was, by far, the most memorable vacation of my life.” - Cindy S., Loveland, CO

Ziplining,8 Icy Strait Point Fly-Fishing, Kodiak Island

From the Mild to the Wild Sportsman’s Paradise Alaska has some of the most incredible scenery to be found in the Alaska offers some of the most diverse and incredible fishing in United States. In order to enjoy all the state has to offer, visitors the world. You can pull off the road and drop a line into a roadside must get out and experience it for themselves. river or charter a boat and reel in one of Alaska’s enormous halibut. Fly-in fishing, wilderness lodges and fish camps offer once-in- Even if you don’t have a lot of outdoor experience, day excursions a-lifetime experiences. In all, more than 386 fish species inhabit and guided tours allow you to discover true Alaska wilderness Alaska’s salt and fresh waters. A complete guide to freshwater during the day and sleep in a comfortable bed at night. For the and saltwater fishing regulations is available from the Alaska seasoned outdoor expert, Alaska is teeming with opportunities for Department of Fish and Game, Division of Sport Fish. For contact rugged, backcountry treks. Whether you prefer to hike on an Ice information, sf.adfg.alaska.gov Age glacier, skim the wilderness in a “Bush” plane or take a dog sled ride, you’ll find plenty of options for experiencing the Alaska Hunting in Alaska provides a full range of guided and unguided you’ve always dreamed about. The state’s many famous rivers, lakes experiences. Alaska is famous for its huge moose, vast caribou and protected coastal waters offer the chance to experience rafting, herds, brown bears, Dall sheep, mountain goats and Sitka black- kayaking or jet boat rides from mild to wild. No matter what your tailed deer. The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of interest, you’re sure to find adventures tailor-made for you. Wildlife Conservation provides information on hunting regulations at wildlife.alaska.gov Ecotourism Ecotourism is responsible travel to natural areas, preserving the environment and improving the well-being of local people. Alaska is a prime year-round destination for visitors seeking a more personal connection with nature, culture and wilderness. Ecotourism means you leave little or no impact during your visit so that future visitors can enjoy the same beauty and quality experience of Alaska’s special places. Using established paths rather than disturbing vegetation, limiting campfires and being careful not to litter are all highly recommended.

TravelAlaska.com Mount McKinley, Denali National Park and Preserve Alaska’s Parklands

More than half of the parklands in the United States are found in Alaska. In all, Alaska has 333 million acres of public lands, which are administered by federal, state and municipal agencies. Alaska’s parks offer something for every type of traveler – wildlife viewing, camping, fishing, outdoor photography, kayaking, mountain climbing, cross-country skiing, hiking and nature walks. Visitors who include a visit to one of Alaska’s parks in their itinerary can marvel at some of the largest glaciers on Earth, explore ancient rainforests or relax with a picnic amid vast mountain ranges. National Parks Thanks to the extensive network of national parks in Alaska, a traveler is never far from a grand adventure in the greatest of the great outdoors. With 17 national park areas, Alaska is home to two-thirds of the land in the entire national park system. Many are reasonably close to major metropolitan areas. For example, the awe-inspiring Denali National Park and Preserve, featuring North America’s tallest peak, Mount McKinley, is easily accessible by road and is located between Anchorage and Fairbanks, the state’s two largest cities. For visitors to the Inside Passage, Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve is just a 30-minute plane ride from Juneau. Alaska’s national parks offer diverse experiences like glacier and wildlife viewing. Visitors can also enjoy hot springs, fishing, camping and hiking. Park ranger interpretive programs offer an opportunity to learn about wildlife, geography, traditional Native lifestyles and park history. Although many of Alaska’s national parks can be reached by road, some are accessible only by air or water taxi service. Visit nps.gov for more information.

Dall 10Sheep, Denali National Park Alaska State Parks Alaska has the largest state park system in the nation, which covers 3.3 million acres of spectacular mountains, remote valleys, forests, pristine rivers, alpine tundra, glaciers and marine environments. Managed by the Alaska Department of Natural Resources Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation, there are 123 park units ranging from half an acre to 1.6 million acres. Depending upon the time of year, visitors can mountain bike, hike, camp, fish, boat, swim, rock climb, geo-cache, gold pan, view wildlife, ride horseback, drive ATVs, ride snowmobiles, cross-country ski and tour Eagle River Nature Center, Chugach State Park museums. There are 66 public use cabins and eight ice huts in 18 state park units from Fairbanks to Southeast Alaska. Some of these cabins are on the road system and are available year-round. Alaska’s state parks are a great place to view wildlife, including moose, grizzly and black bears, wolves, caribou and lynx. Some of the Jewels of Alaska’s State Park System: Chugach State Park, located in Anchorage’s backyard, is the third largest state park in America with 495,204 acres. The park has some of the most accessible hiking, skiing, camping, wildlife viewing, snowmachining, rafting and climbing in Alaska. With its 254,080 acres of forests, rivers and alpine tundra just north of Fairbanks, Chena River State Recreation Area has recreational opportunities for everyone. The park’s trailheads give visitors access to the world famous Totem Bight State Historical Park, Ketchikan Granite Tors. The Kenai River Special Management Area encompasses one of the world’s greatest sport fishing rivers, the Kenai, and also includes Kenai and Skilak lakes. Kenai River kings are among the largest North Pacific salmon, sometimes weighing more than 85 pounds. Fort Abercrombie State Historical Park, on Kodiak Island, became a unit of the state park system in 1969 to preserve the historic ruins of a World War II coastal defense installation. The steep surf-pounded cliffs, deep spruce forests, wildflower laden meadows and a lake containing trout add to its appeal. Denali State Park is almost one-half the size of Rhode Island and abutts Denali National Park and Preserve. The park provides the visitor with a great variety of recreational opportunities, ranging from roadside Historic Kennecott Copper Mine, Wrangell-St.Elias National Park camping (three campgrounds and three public use cabins) to wilderness exploration (six trail heads). Shoup Bay State Marine Park is five miles southwest of the Port of Valdez. Shoup Bay is famous for the 150-foot tidal wave, which surged in and out of the bay three times during the 1964 earthquake. The bay has changed substantially since then as Shoup Glacier continues to transform the terrain. For a complete list and more information about Alaska’s State Parks, visit dnr.alaska.gov/parks

Kayaking, Kenai Fjords National Park 11 ALASKA Experience

Denali12 National Park Independence Mine State Historical Park, near Wasilla History

Alaska’s intriguing history is closely intertwined with that of the people Museums who settled here thousands of years ago. Their diverse culture bears imprints of every group that has made Alaska its home, from the first Ice From the quirky to the sublime, Age nomads to Russian fur traders to the gold miners who came to seek Alaska museums offer visitors a true their fortunes. glimpse into the history of the state. The Alaska State Museum in Juneau, with stellar collections that interpret the state’s history, people and Russian America resources, is currently closed for renovations and is expected to reopen in April 2016. For those interested in the more unusual, the Hammer By the time America bought the Alaska Territory in 1867, Russians had Museum in Haines showcases 1,500 hammers, from ancient times to been living here for more than 83 years. The strength of Alaska’s Russian the present. In the small community of Gustavus, gateway to Glacier heritage is still visible today. Visitors can join historical tours in towns Bay National Park, the only fuel station is a pre-WWII replica Mobil and regions with strong Russian connections or explore museums with gas station with working 1937 Wayne 60 pumps. Head inside to the exhibits examining Russia’s role in Alaskan history such as the Baranov Petroleum Museum, which is filled with vintage petro pieces and one-of- Museum in Kodiak or the Russian Church and National Historical Park a-kind antiques all honoring the petroleum industry’s long history. in Sitka. The strength of Alaska’s Russian heritage is still visible in the onion-shaped domes of Russian Orthodox churches that rise above many In Anchorage, the Alaska Aviation Museum is the showcase for aviation Alaska towns. relics. Located near the Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, the museum houses everything from a flight simulator to an F-15A Screaming Gold Rush Eagle to a Boeing 727 cockpit. Don’t miss looking inside the hangar where the The lure of gold touched almost every corner of Alaska. In Skagway, museum’s historical aviation relics are restored. For an immersive experience in join a ranger-guided walking tour through the restored buildings of the Alaska’s art and culture, visit the Anchorage Museum. Exhibits, a planetarium, Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park or experience Gold Rush historical dioramas and one of the largest collections of Sydney Laurence era travel on the White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad. Try your hand paintings in the world can be found there. Further north in Fairbanks, the at panning for gold in many Alaska cities, including Juneau, Fairbanks, University of Alaska Museum of the North is the only research and teaching Skagway, Girdwood and Nome or view mammoth historical gold dredges museum in Alaska, and its 1.4 million artifacts and specimens represent in Fairbanks and Nome. millions of years of biological diversity and thousands of years of cultural traditions in the North.

TravelAlaska.com 13 Cultural Performance, Sitka Culture Alaska Native Life Today, Alaska Natives comprise almost 15 percent of Alaska’s population. These indigenous people interweave today’s modern lifestyle with their own cultural threads and spiritual beliefs, preserving the gifts of tradition for coming generations. From traditional music and dance to beautiful Native art, there are many opportunities and venues for Alaska visitors to experience an integral part of Alaska’s culture and history. Visit the Alutiiq Museum Archaeological Repository in Kodiak, the Kenai Visitors and Cultural Center in Kenai or the famous totem exhibits in Ketchikan. Go on a guided tour—a tour to Barrow will take you to the site of the Iñupiat Heritage Center—or view traditional style clan houses in Wrangell, Haines, Sitka and other communities in Alaska. Cultural Centers For those wishing to delve into the traditions and history of Alaska’s 11 Native cultures, the Alaska Native Heritage Center is not to be missed. A renowned cultural center and “living” museum, the center is situated on 26 tranquil acres near downtown Anchorage and provides an immersion into Native cultures that continue to adapt to modern society, yet still maintain a vibrant traditional identity. In Fairbanks, the Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center is a community centerpiece that celebrates the Athabascan culture and languages and educates all who pass through its doors about the area’s natural and cultural history. Named for the late Morris Thompson, a Koyukon Athabascan who dedicated his life to Alaska issues and people, the center advocates traditional knowledge through Elder teachings and motivates the exploration of the grandeur of Fairbanks and Interior Alaska.

14 Arts

Alaska’s jaw-dropping vistas and vibrant cultures have inspired artists, photographers, totem carvers, poets, musicians and authors, from Sidney Lawrence and Bradford Washburn to Jewel and Tom Bodett. Contemporary mediums like film, photography and performance art complement traditional art forms like dance, wood carving and beadwork. Artists-in-residence at Denali National Park take their turn at commemorating “The Mountain” (Mount McKinley) and gallery-goers visit the Anchorage Museum’s Art of the North permanent collection. Alaska artists are often found painting en plein air or composing a sonnet in our state parks. Native artists in nearly every rural community offer their carvings, beadwork or other contemporary interpretations of their cultural heritage. The Alaska Native Arts Foundation’s gallery in downtown Anchorage brings authentic artwork, jewelry and clothing from the villages to the gallery for sale. Opportunities for art abound – come revel in it or try your hand at art in Alaska. Alaskans are serious about their art; the Alaska State Council on the Arts ensures that art plays a critical role in the life of our communities as well as in the welfare and educational experience of our citizens. In fact, Alaska mandates that a certain percentage of all major construction projects is earmarked for a piece of art. Foundations and arts Alaska Folk Festival, Juneau organizations support individual artists as well. Films in Alaska It is easy to understand why filmmakers love Alaska. Being on location in the 49th state is a real adventure because Alaska offers unparalleled production values that filmmakers and visitors love. The wide array of vistas, landscapes and scenery, four distinct seasons, majestic fjords, rainforest islands, mountain ranges, endless sun in the summer months, a polar desert with sand dunes, dormant and active volcanoes and stunning northern lights displays are just some of the reasons why. From our quaint coastal towns, suburban settings, farms and fishing boats, railroads and gold mines, Alaska offers experiences that easily translate to film, television, documentaries and commercials. So whether it’s thrillers or family-friendly features, Alaska is ready for its close up! Visit Barrow to re-create your own “Big Miracle,” visit Alaska in early March during the Iditarod Sled Dog Race to experience your own “White Fang” dog sled adventure, check out Main Street Sitka where a portion of “The Proposal” was filmed or walk in the footsteps of dinosaurs in the glacial terrain around Southcentral Alaska where “Walking With Dinosaurs 3D” was filmed.

15 Farmers’ Market Alaska Grown Eat Locally Locally grown produce and products abound in open-air markets during the summer. Or you can stock up on famous Alaska delicacies like canned and smoked salmon, wild berry products and reindeer sausage.

Harvesting Produce, Matanuska Valley Farmers’ Markets Alaska is known for its long summer days and, in the northernmost parts of the state, the sun doesn’t set at all for about 80 days. The extended daylight means an extended growing season. Make the most of Alaska’s summer bounty and plan a visit to one of our numerous farmers' markets to find out for yourself if our cool climate really does make vegetables sweeter. Between tasting fireweed honey, finding a special brand of handmade sea salt and admiring our late-blooming peonies, Alaska’s farmers' markets are just one way to eat locally. If you visit during late summer, check out giant Alaska cabbage, zucchini, pumpkins and rhubarb at the Alaska State Fair in Palmer, just an hour north of Anchorage. Sample Alaska Grown produce when you dine out. Just look for the Alaska Grown logo on the menu or ask your server. Many local chefs prefer to cook with fresh-picked vegetables and build their daily specials around what’s in season. Wild Alaska Seafood With more than 3 million lakes, 12,000 rivers and 34,000 miles (57,718 km) of coastline, Alaska is one of the most bountiful fishing regions in the world, producing sustainable seafood known for its abundance and variety. Among them: five species of salmon, three types of crab and several varieties of whitefish and shellfish. Swimming wild in these icy, pure waters and feeding on a natural diet, Alaska seafood has an unparalleled flavor prized by chefs and connoisseurs alike. You’ll find fresh Alaska seafood sold all over the state and available in many restaurants. For Alaska seafood recipes, visit recipes.alaskaseafood.org

16 Native handicrafts, Fairbanks Made in Alaska

Wherever you go, you’ll find unique Alaska products and crafts. Look for gold nugget jewelry, items carved from ivory and jade or handmade clothing and toys. Alaska arts and crafts are some of the most beautiful in the world. In fact, shopping in the “Last Frontier” is an adventure in itself. Choose from collector's items made from animal skins, fur or bone and woven baskets of beach grass, bark or baleen. Or shop for local crafts, handmade soaps and jewelry. The official “Made in Alaska” logo indicates an item was made by an Alaska resident or company. The silver hand emblem symbolizes authentic Alaska Native handicrafts. The shop or gallery where you purchase a piece should be able to tell you the artist’s name, cultural background, village or region of origin. Taking home an authentic Alaska souvenir gives visitors a tangible and meaningful way to remember their trip of a lifetime and is a great way to share a part of your Alaska adventure with family and friends at home.

CarvingTravelAlaska.com in Sitka National Historical Park 17 ALASKA Transportation

Cruise18 ship, Southeast Alaska Getting To Alaska

Alaska is accessible year-round by air, land or sea. Many visitors choose to combine modes of travel, arriving by air and departing by sea or driving to Alaska and then boarding the ferry for the trip home. Each has advantages and offers a unique perspective. For instance, the best way to see the coastline is by ferry or cruise ship, while there are certain types of wildlife you may only see by taking the open road. And if you want a birds-eye view of the glaciers, take an airplane or day cruise. No matter what your interests, you’re sure to find it on your journey to Alaska.

Trip Planning Distance Guide Approximate driving distances in miles between principal points by the most direct overland routes. (Marine access routes are not included here.) MILEAGE CHART Anchorage Calgary Dawson City Dawson Creek Edmonton Fairbanks Haines Homer Prince Rupert Seattle Seward Skagway Tok Valdez Vancouver Whitehorse

Anchorage 2160 515 1608 1975 358 775 226 1605 2435 126 832 328 304 2288 724 Anchorage Calgary 2160 1747 552 185 2038 1687 2386 950 738 2286 1544 1832 2086 605 1436 Calgary Dawson City 515 1747 1195 1562 393 578 741 1192 2022 641 435 187 441 1915 327 Dawson City Dawson Creek 1608 552 1195 367 1486 1135 1834 706 827 1734 992 1280 1534 728 884 Dawson Creek Edmonton 1975 185 1562 367 1853 1502 2201 906 923 2101 1359 1647 1901 720 1251 Edmonton Fairbanks 358 2038 393 1486 1853 653 584 1483 2313 484 710 206 364 2172 602 Fairbanks Haines 775 1687 578 1135 1502 653 1001 1132 1962 901 359 447 701 1650 251 Haines Homer 226 2386 741 1834 2201 584 1001 1831 2661 173 1058 554 530 2509 950 Homer Prince Rupert 1605 950 1192 706 906 1483 1132 1831 1033 1731 989 1277 1531 934 881 Prince Rupert Seattle 2435 738 2022 827 923 2313 1962 2661 1033 2561 1819 2107 2361 141 1904 Seattle Seward 126 2286 641 1734 2101 484 901 173 1731 2561 958 454 430 2415 850 Seward Skagway 832 1544 435 992 1359 710 359 1058 989 1819 958 504 758 1629 108 Skagway Tok 328 1832 187 1280 1647 206 447 554 1277 2107 454 504 254 1970 396 Tok Valdez 304 2086 441 1534 1901 364 701 530 1531 2361 430 758 254 2237 650 Valdez Vancouver 2288 605 1915 728 720 2172 1650 2509 934 141 2415 1629 1970 2237 1587 Vancouver Whitehorse 724 1436 327 884 1251 602 251 950 881 1904 850 108 396 650 1587 Whitehorse 1 mile = 1.6 kilometers Copyright 2015 The MILEPOST/Morris Communications (TheMilepost.com). TravelAlaska.com Alaska Marine Highway 19 Lions Head, Glenn Highway Getting to Alaska

By Sea American Road, meaning spectacular coastal scenery along the route Cruise Ships and rich cultural history in port communities. Walk on or bring your car, RV, bicycle or motorcycle for a relaxed, informal way to travel. Go to A cruise to Alaska is anything but typical. Cruises are available FerryAlaska.com for more information. in a variety of sizes, including large cruise ships, small yachts and sternwheelers. Many travelers take a cruise one way then get off the ship By Air to explore the interior of Alaska and return by air. Cruises operate May Flying to Alaska is as easy and affordable as flying to many familiar vacation through September. spots. More than a dozen airlines provide service to Alaska. Direct flights Private Yachting are available from many U.S. cities. Travel time ranges from 3 hours to about 7.5 hours. Fly to one of Alaska’s major airports in Anchorage, Well known as a cruise destination, Alaska also caters to private charters, Fairbanks, Juneau or Ketchikan for connecting flights to other communities. luxury yacht vacations and personal family sightseeing and fishing excursions along the state's long coastline, fjords and inlets. Many coastal By Highway businesses cater to these independent cruisers providing moorage, marine pilotage, culinary supplies, fishing licenses and local knowledge about Alaska can be reached by driving the scenic Alaska Highway, also fishing hotspots. known as the Alaska-Canada Highway or ALCAN. The road is fully paved and thoroughly modernized – only the scenery remains wild. Alaska Marine Highway Towns and traveler services appear at frequent intervals. The highway The state-owned ferry system is called a “marine highway” because it is open year-round, although some businesses close for the winter. It takes about five days to travel main routes from the Pacific Northwest, provides vital year-round transportation service for more than 30 coastal NorthtoAlaska.com communities. The route, which covers 3,500 miles of scenic waterways, through Canada. Go to for more information and is so special it has been designated as a National Scenic Byway and All- find out why the drive north is considered the “Ultimate Road Trip.”

20 Alaska’s Scenic Byways

Spectacular views, majestic lakes and rivers, towering mountains, glaciers, wildflowers and wildlife are all an exciting part of the Alaska driving experience. Whether you drive your own vehicle or rent a car or RV, you’ll have a truly unforgettable vacation. The following routes have earned the designation of an “Alaska Scenic Byway,” meaning they possess significant natural, historic, recreational, cultural and/or archeological resources. Enhance your Alaska vacation by exploring any of Alaska’s Scenic Byways. Alaska also has two All-American Roads, the Seward Highway, one of the top scenic roads in the United States, and the Alaska Marine Highway. Alaska Scenic Byways® • Alaska Railroad • Copper River Highway • Dalton Highway • Haines Highway • Kachemak Bay Route • Parks Highway • Prince of Wales Island Road System • Richardson Highway: northern segment • Richardson Highway: southern segment • Steese Highway • Sterling Highway: Wye to Skilak Lake • Sterling Highway: Anchor Point to Homer • Taylor and “Top of the World” highways • Waldon Point Road America’s Byways® • Alaska Marine Highway: All-American Road • George Parks Highway: National Scenic Byway • Glenn Highway: National Scenic Byway • Haines Highway – Valley of the Eagles: National Scenic Byway • Seward Highway: All-American Road The map on page 19 of this guide will help you identify your driving route. For more information, visit alaska.gov/scenic

TurnagainTravelAlaska.com Pass, Seward Highway 21 Alaska Marine Highway Getting Around Alaska

Once in Alaska, you can get around in a variety of ways. Keep your Van & Bus Travel personal travel style in mind. Consider a package tour if you prefer leaving the details to someone else. Or you might prefer to travel A number of tour companies—both large and small—provide independently, exploring Alaska at your own pace. transportation for visitors throughout the summer. With this option, you don’t need to worry about logistics or mapping out your route, and you Driving are free to relax and enjoy the view. You can choose from point-to-point transportation or multi-day, all-inclusive tours. Alaska has more scenic highways than any other state in America, which you can see for yourself by driving. You can rent a car or RV and cover Air Taxis & Charters much of Alaska’s road system. You’ll find that four-wheel drive is not necessary to get around and that it’s difficult to get lost when you drive Scheduled air taxi and air charter services provide access to small in Alaska. In Anchorage, for example, there are only two highways that communities and remote destinations via propeller-driven “Bush” planes. leave the city – one going north, the other south. Sooner or later, you’re There are many good reasons to travel by small plane: a fly-out fishing bound to arrive someplace wonderful. So if you feel comfortable driving experience, a visit to a Native community, access to a wilderness lodge or at home, you’ll feel comfortable driving in Alaska, too. a unique Alaska flightseeing tour. These small air carriers serve thousands of Alaskans and visitors every year. Railroads Travel by Sea The Alaska Railroad provides passenger service on a scenic 467-mile (752-km) route running as far south as Seward and as far north as Fairbanks. The Many tour companies offer port-to-port travel and single-day or multi- Alaska Railroad, along with several private companies, offers unique double- day excursions, while the Alaska Marine Highway provides practical, decker glass-domed cars that provide passengers with an unrestricted view dependable ferry passages and transportation for cars and RVs. Sail of the landscape. point-to-point and trace hundreds of miles of breathtaking coastline.

Alaska22 Railroad, Girdwood Trip Length

With its vast scenic landscapes and unique cultural history, Alaska presents many visions of a dream vacation—and you’re sure to see yourself in our sample itineraries on pages 28-35. The amount of time you have available for your vacation will help you decide the best way to get to and from Alaska, how to get around the state and what you want to do or see. If you have a week, you have enough time for a memorable Alaska vacation. Here are some suggestions to help you get started: 7 Days or Less • Fly to and from Alaska and spend most of your time exploring • Focus on one region and take several daytrips around that area • Rent a car or RV and explore Alaska’s unique roadside communities 7 to 14 Days • Fly round-trip to Alaska or fly one way and take a cruise ship or the state ferry in the other direction • If you travel by sea, add land-based excursions and adventures such as flightseeing, kayaking, walking tours or guided rafting and fishing trips • Include a rail trip or fly to one of the state’s remote regions to learn more about Alaska’s rich culture • Plan one low-key day for every two days of intensive touring 14 Days or More • Travel to and from the state using different methods of transportation • Drive to and from Alaska in an RV and see several regions of the state by road, adding occasional flightseeing trips, land-based tours and day cruises • See more than one region and experience Alaska’s diverse landscape • Take a few days to visit an Alaska “Bush” community for explorations of Gold Rush history or Native culture • Take a motorcoach tour from the Lower 48 and allow the tour operators to handle all the details for you

Northern Lights 23 Hiking, Girdwood Always in Season Peak Season Mid-May to Mid-September This is when most of Alaska’s visitors travel. The days are longest, and the temperatures are warmest. Some activities or accommodations may only be available during this time. This season is ideal for outdoor activities like hiking, camping, river rafting, flightseeing and, of course, world-famous fishing.

Shoulder Season Early May, Late September and October There are fewer visitors in May, September and October. This is when you’re likely to find discounts on travel and activities. The weather in the shoulder season is often very mild and most summer activities are still offered.

Winter November to April Winter is a time when Alaska sparkles and shines and much of the land is covered by a blanket of soft snow. This is the time to see the northern lights, share in the excitement of the world-famous Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race (Anchorage to Nome), watch the World Ice Art Championships in Fairbanks or enjoy the Anchorage Fur Rondy and Tour of Anchorage ski race. You’ll find an abundance of winter activities, including downhill, heli- and cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, snowshoeing and dog mushing.

24 Travel Tips

Things to Remember: Alaska’s larger towns and cities have major medical facilities, full banking services and other traveler conveniences. Holidays: Alaska observes all major U.S. holidays, as well as Seward’s Day on the last Monday in March and Alaska Day on Oct. 18. Time Zones: Almost all of Alaska is in the Alaska Time Zone, which is one hour earlier than Pacific Time. The most western Aleutian Islands and St. Lawrence Island are on Hawaiian-Aleutian Time. Driving: Road conditions vary by season, but current conditions for any state road can be found by calling 511 from within Alaska for a recorded message or by visiting http://511.alaska.gov. Alaska and Canada will honor a valid driver’s license from any state or country for 90 days after entry. Seat belts must be worn by all drivers and passengers while driving anywhere in Alaska. Crossing the Border: To cross the U.S.-Canadian border via land, air or sea, you must have a government-issued passport; an Enhanced Driver’s License; or Trusted Traveler Program Cards. Please visit cbp.gov for updated identification requirements in advance of your trip. You can take your dog or cat through Canada with proof of a current rabies vaccination. Inquire ahead regarding permits for other animals or birds. You cannot enter Canada if you have a criminal record (this includes DUI). Firearms: For information on carrying firearms through Canada, contact the Canadian Firearms Centre at (800) 731-4000 or visit their website at cfc-cafc.gc.ca Disabled Visitor Services: Alaska offers a broad range of year-round vacation experiences for persons with disabilities. For resources and referrals, visit the State of Alaska ADA website at doa.alaska.gov/ada. Visitors can also contact Access Alaska at (907) 248-4777, Challenge Alaska at (907) 344-7399 or Southeast Alaska Independent Living at sailinc.org for more information Hunting and Fishing: Visit the Alaska Department of Fish and Game website, adfg.alaska.gov, for information regarding licenses, permits and regulations, and for updates on current conditions. Purchase licenses and permits online or by mail directly from the department; fishing licenses and Sightseeing, Nome king salmon stamps are also available at many local businesses. Clothing Comfort Chart

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Sea 28Kayaking, Kenai Fjords Itineraries Boundless Give us seven days, we’ll give you the trip of a lifetime. The following 7-day itineraries give you an idea of some of the things you can see and do in Alaska in just one week. These are meant as a starting point to customize your own individual adventure. For example, you can easily combine two itineraries to make a 14-day trip or reverse the route of any trip. For more suggestions and sample itineraries, log on to TravelAlaska.com

Sea Kayaking, Kenai Fjords TravelAlaska.com 29 Valdez The Alaska Pioneer Anchorage to Mat-Su & Valdez Explore the state like a true Alaskan – by riverboat, back road, on foot and by ferry. From Anchorage to the Mat-Su and on to Valdez, experience Alaska’s pioneer culture of gold mining, glacier trekking, fishing and wilderness adventure. DAY 1 Anchorage - Wasilla Fly into Anchorage and experience the many shops, museums and art galleries. Enjoy a leisurely walk on the scenic Tony Knowles Coastal Trail, accessible from downtown, or take a hike in Kincaid Park. Rent a car or RV and drive 42 miles (67 km) north to Wasilla, home of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Alaska Native Heritage Center, Anchorage Race. Visit Iditarod Headquarters for a sled dog ride and learn about Alaska’s unique history. DAY 2 Wasilla - Palmer Driving north on the Parks Highway, take an “off the beaten path” road to Hatcher Pass and Indepen- dence Mine State Historical Park. Look for wildlife and old gold mines nearby. Take an alpine tundra hike or lunch at a mountain lodge. Continue to Palmer. DAY 3 Palmer - Glennallen Travel north on the Glenn Highway National Scenic Byway to visit the Musk Ox Farm and Matanuska Glacier, Alaska’s largest road-accessible glacier. DAY 4 Glennallen - Copper Center Enjoy one of the area’s many recreational activities, from hiking and river running to fishing. From Copper Center, stop at the visitor center for a view of some of the tallest peaks in North America, located in Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve, the largest national park in the United States. Spend the night in Glennallen or Copper Center. DAY 5 Copper Center - Valdez Take the Scenic Byway south and stop to view Worthington Glacier, accessible just off the highway Matanuska Glacier, Glenn Highway atop Thompson Pass. Once in Valdez, take a day cruise to visit Columbia Glacier, the largest tidewater glacier in Prince William Sound, or take a guided river trip through historic Keystone Canyon past towering waterfalls. DAY 6 Valdez 2-DAY ADD-ON Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve Valdez is a premier fishing destination. Book a full- or half-day charter or fish right from shore. Have a relaxing meal at a local restaurant or pull into a picnic site to grill your own fresh catch of the day. Get For a great adventure in the largest national acquainted with the city’s rich Gold Rush history by touring its historical museums and scenic trails. park in the country, take the Edgerton Highway and McCarthy Road turnoff for an exciting DAY 7 Prince William Sound - Whittier - Anchorage drive on a 93 mile (150 km) paved/gravel road to the old mining towns of McCarthy and Ride the Alaska Marine Highway ferry through Prince William Sound to Whittier. Drive through the Kennicott. Stay overnight. longest combined vehicle-railroad tunnel in North America on your way back to Anchorage.

30 Fairbanks The Heartland Fairbanks to Anchorage Whether you fly into one of Alaska’s biggest cities or drive in through Tok, the road from Fairbanks to Anchorage is big on culture, history and scenic wonders. DAY 1 Fairbanks After arriving in Fairbanks, the gateway to Alaska’s Interior and the Arctic, rent a car or RV and visit the University of Alaska Museum of the North, one of the state’s top 10 visitor attractions. See musk ox, an Ice Age survivor, and reindeer on a tour of the University’s Large Animal Research Station. DAY 2 Fairbanks Start the morning with a riverboat cruise along the Chena or Tanana Rivers, lunch on the deck at a riverside restaurant and try your hand at gold panning on an afternoon gold mining tour. Stop for a view of the trans-Alaska oil pipeline on the Steese Highway.

DAY 3 Fairbanks - Denali Talkeetna Enjoy a 2-hour drive south to Denali National Park and Preserve, home to Mount McKinley, North America’s tallest peak. Take a full-day guided tour to see sweeping landscapes and incredible wildlife. DAY 4 Denali Denali National Park offers a variety of activities. Take a flightseeing tour via small plane or helicopter or try a whitewater rafting excursion. Stay in the area for an evening program. DAY 5 Denali - Talkeetna Continue south to the town of Talkeetna to see majestic views of Mount McKinley. Flightseeing tours provide dramatic views and a unique perspective of the mountain. Experience a guided fishing trip or wildlife and scenic jet boat tour. DAY 6 Talkeetna - Eklutna - Anchorage Flightseeing, Denali National Park Enjoy a scenic drive south to Eklutna Historical Park. Tour St. Nicholas Orthodox Church, and view brightly painted “spirit houses.” Experience a canoe and bike excursion at Eklutna Lake or hike majes- tic Thunderbird Falls. Learn about local wildlife at the Eagle River Nature Center or walk through the scenic river valley on nearby trails. Continue to Anchorage to enjoy a meal of exquisite fresh seafood RAIL OPTIONS (wild Alaska salmon is a local dining specialty). Rather than traveling by car or RV, take a DAY 7 Anchorage scenic railway tour of Alaska from Fair- banks to Anchorage, stopping overnight in Anchorage, Alaska’s largest city, has world-class theater, a vital arts and culture scene, outdoor Denali and Talkeetna. markets, music in the park and up to 1,000 resident moose. Visit Lake Hood, the busiest float plane harbor in the world or fish for salmon in downtown Ship Creek. Try an award-winning brewpub or see a baseball game under the midnight sun.

TravelAlaska.com 31 Juneau The Seafarer Coastal Cruise A cruise through the Inside Passage across the Gulf of Alaska and Prince William Sound lets visitors experience diverse landscapes, pristine waters and spectacular wildlife. DAY 1 Vancouver, B.C. Sail from Vancouver on one of many Alaska cruises. (This cruise can also be made from Alaska to Vancouver.) DAY 2 Inside Passage Alaska’s coastline is one of the most scenic waterways in the world. You’ll experience wildlife and won- der along Alaska’s Inside Passage as you make your way north to Alaska’s colorful frontier ports. DAY 3 Ketchikan Known as “Alaska’s First City,” Ketchikan is the first major community travelers come to as they travel north. Founded as a fishing camp, Ketchikan is built on steep hillsides. Get an introduction to the indigenous people of the area by visiting the Totem Heritage Center, Totem Bight State Historical Park or Saxman Native Village. DAY 4 Juneau Kayaking Perched on a thin strip of land at the mouth of Gold Creek, Juneau is one of America’s most beautiful state capitals. The steep summits of Mount Juneau and Mount Roberts provide a gorgeous backdrop. Juneau was once an integral part of Alaska’s Gold Rush. DAY 5 Skagway This “Gateway to the Klondike” saw countless fortune-seekers pass through during the heyday of Alaska’s Gold Rush. Today, you can still feel like a prospector among the rustic boardwalks with frontier-style storefronts. Explore town and then take a 3-hour trip on the historic White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad. Orca, Icy Strait DAY 6 Glacier Bay National Park Spread across an impressive 3.2 million acres in southeast Alaska, this treasure trove of scenic coastal islands, narrow fjords and abundant wildlife offers an inspirational glimpse of what Mother Nature Whittier/Seward - Denali 3-DAY ADD-ON Wrangell and Petersburg does best. The park is home to the highest concentration of tidewater glaciers on the planet. 3-DAY ADD-ON National Park - Fairbanks After leaving Ketchikan, travel via ferry, jet or air DAY 7 College Fjords - Whittier/Seward From Whittier or Seward, take a scenic taxi to the small communities of Wrangell and journey north on the Alaska Railroad. See Petersburg. In Wrangell, take an exhilarating run After crossing the Gulf of Alaska, glide into College Fjords where you will be surrounded by over a Mount McKinley on a guided tour of Denali up the Stikine River by jet boat or visit Petro- dozen ice-blue glaciers. Many were named for one of the Ivy League colleges by members of the National Park and continue by train to glyph Beach to view prehistoric rock carvings. expedition that discovered them. Step off your cruise ship in Whittier or Seward. Stay and explore Fairbanks, Alaska’s Golden Heart City. In Petersburg, also known as “Little Norway,” see the Kenai Peninsula or travel to Anchorage for a connecting land tour or fly home. traditional Norwegian painted buildings and take an excursion to LeConte Glacier.

32 Sitka The Inside Passage Explorer Inside Passage Fly/Ferry Visitors looking for an unforgettable expedition discover Alaska by air and sea. DAY 1 Ketchikan Arrive in Ketchikan, Alaska’s first port of call, via air or Alaska ferry. Pick up a walking tour map and explore downtown attractions, including historic Creek Street, Tongass Historical Museum, Southeast Alaska Discovery Center and unique local art galleries and shops. DAY 2 Ketchikan - Sitka Take an excursion boat or plane to the 2.3-million-acre Misty Fiords National Monument with its majestic fjords or choose a half-day guided sport fishing trip. In the afternoon, fly to Sitka. DAY 3 Sitka Tour historic St. Michael’s Cathedral and the Russian Bishop’s House in what was once the Russian capital of Alaska. Take in Alaska Native artifacts at Sheldon Jackson Museum, totem poles and a cultural center at Sitka National Historical Park and view eagles and other birds of prey up close at the Alaska Raptor Center. Haines DAY 4 Sitka - Juneau Take the ferry or fly to Juneau, Alaska’s capital. Visit magnificent Mendenhall Glacier, 13 miles (20 km) from downtown, a rainforest botanical garden, a fish hatchery or ride the Mount Roberts tramway. DAY 5 Juneau Pick from dozens of soft adventure tours like sea kayaking, rafting, glacier trekking or hike one of Juneau’s numerous trails. Visit shops and museums in the historic downtown area. DAY 6 Juneau - Haines Alaska Raptor Center, Sitka Enjoy a morning cruise on the Alaska Ferry to Haines. Discover historic Fort William H. Seward on the shores of America’s longest fjord. In the afternoon, explore the Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve. Spend the night in Haines. DAY 7 3-DAY ADD-ON Wrangell and Petersburg Haines - Skagway - Juneau Get an early start and take the water taxi or ferry to Skagway, a browser’s paradise. Take in the Gold After leaving Ketchikan, travel via ferry, jet or air Rush history on the “Scenic Railway of the World,” the railroad to the White Pass summit. Return to taxi to the small communities of Wrangell and Juneau via fast ferry or air taxi before departing. Petersburg. In Wrangell, take an exhilarating run up the Stikine River by jet boat or visit Petro- glyph Beach to view prehistoric rock carvings. In Petersburg, also known as “Little Norway,” see traditional Norwegian painted buildings and take an excursion to LeConte Glacier.

TravelAlaska.com 33 Alaska SeaLife Center, Seward Land of Natural Wonders Anchorage & The Kenai The ideal place to experience a great mix of Alaska culture and wildlife. DAY 1 Anchorage Experience the wonders of Alaska’s indigenous peoples at the Alaska Native Heritage Center. Climb Flattop Mountain, one of the city’s popular day hikes, or stroll a peaceful, wooded trail in Bicentennial Park. Visit the Alaska Zoo or tee off under the midnight sun before capping off the evening with a Broadway show. DAY 2 Anchorage Start the day on the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail with views of Cook Inlet and six mountain ranges.

Visit Sunshine Plaza for a historical view of the 1964 earthquake or see it firsthand at Earthquake Park. Town Square, Anchorage Then drive towards Turnagain Arm to Potter Marsh, home to more than 140 species of waterfowl. DAY 3 Anchorage - Seward Head 127 miles (204 km) south via the Seward Highway, a National Scenic Byway and All-American Road. In Seward, visit the Alaska SeaLife Center and Exit Glacier, one of Alaska’s most accessible gla- ciers. Take a boat tour of Kenai Fjords National Park to see a variety of sea life, such as otters, sea lions and puffins. DAY 4 Seward - Soldotna - Kenai Drive through the Chugach National Forest west to Soldotna, famous for Kenai River king salmon, and the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge, home to moose and other wildlife. Visit nearby Kenai, rich in history and culture, and tour the Holy Assumption Russian Orthodox Church, a National Historic Landmark. DAY 5 Kenai - Homer Take a morning drive south along the bluffs of Cook Inlet, where sightings of beluga whales and seals are Lodge, Kenai Peninsula common. At the end of the road, you’ll reach Homer, a bustling artist community and the Halibut Capital of the World. Take an afternoon to explore Homer’s historic harbor walk and eclectic art galleries. DAY 6 Homer 2-DAY ADD-ON Anchorage-Kodiak Island Explore the Homer Spit, with miles of beaches, charter a fishing expedition or take a water taxi to Halibut Cove, a quiet paradise tucked away in Kachemak Bay State Park. From Anchorage, fly to Kodiak Island, Alaska’s Emerald Isle. Explore Kodiak’s magnificent DAY 7 Homer - Girdwood - Anchorage coastal scenery by land and by sea, enjoy While driving to Anchorage, stop at Portage Glacier for a boat tour or visit the Alaska Wildlife world-class sport fishing, view Kodiak brown Conservation Center for wildlife viewing. Eat lunch in Girdwood, home to a luxury year-round resort bears, marvel at the marine wildlife and birds based at sea level. Ride the enclosed aerial tram up Mount Alyeska for spectacular views. and learn about Kodiak’s rich Alutiiq and Rus- sian heritage.

34 Dog mushing, Girdwood Winter Wonderland Girdwood to Fairbanks and the Far North If you only see Alaska in the summer, you’re missing half the adventure. It’s one of the best places to view the northern lights and experience unique winter festivals and events. During February and March there’s plenty of daylight and temperatures are perfect for playing outside! DAY 1 Anchorage Time your visit to take advantage of Anchorage’s liveliest winter festivals and events – the Anchorage Fur Rendezvous Festival and the ceremonial start of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. Spend your first day taking in Fur Rondy events like the snow sculptures, an Alaska Native arts market and carnival rides and games. DAY 2 Girdwood Rent a car and drive 35 miles (56 km) south to Girdwood, the state’s premier alpine ski town. Choose from activities like backcountry heli-skiing and sightseeing, snowmobiling, or skiing on miles of downhill and Nordic ski trails. Take a tram ride to the top of Mount Alyeska for dinner and an World Ice Art Championships, Fairbanks unbeatable view. Cap the day off at the spa. DAY 3 Anchorage Return to Anchorage for the annual sled dog races. In late February catch the Rondy World Champi- onship sprint races, and in early March it’s the ceremonial start to the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. For both events, downtown comes alive with performers, reindeer hot dog vendors and other attractions as teams stream through town. DAY 4 Mat-Su Make the short 42-mile (67-km) trip north to the Mat-Su Valley. Travel to the town of Willow and take in the re-start of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. Or head northeast and explore the stunning scenery and recreation at Hatcher Pass. Once home to a booming gold mine, the area is popular for sledding, snowshoeing, skiing and snowmobiling. Independence Mine, Hatcher Pass DAY 5 Fairbanks In the morning, fly to Fairbanks. Spend the day exploring local museums, art galleries and cultural 1-3-DAY ADD-ON Arctic Adventure 2-DAY ADD-ON Anchorage-Kodiak Island facilities, including the University of Alaska Museum of the North and the Fairbanks Community Travel north from Fairbanks on a one- to Museum. Pay a visit to the World Ice Art Championships’ outdoor ice park, which features dozens of three-day guided adventure. Fly over vast From Anchorage, fly to Kodiak Island, Alaska’s glittering ice sculptures lit up to dazzle after dark. Emerald Isle. Explore Kodiak’s magnificent Alaska wilderness, celebrate crossing the coastal scenery by land and by sea, enjoy DAY 6 Arctic Circle and visit a rural village or lodge. Chena Hot Springs Enjoy the stunning winter landscapes of the world-class sport fishing, view Kodiak brown Enjoy a scenic drive to Chena Hot Springs. Upon arrival, visit the Aurora Ice Museum, crafted from bears, marvel at the marine wildlife and birds high Arctic and the opportunity to witness more than 1,000 tons of ice. Take a dog mushing tour, then soak off the chill in the outdoor geother- the northern lights. Return by air or via the and learn about Kodiak’s rich Alutiiq and Rus- mal hot springs pool. Once it’s dark, keep your eyes on the sky for sightings of the northern lights. sian heritage. Dalton Highway, the northernmost highway For additional winter itineraries visit TravelAlaska.com in the United States.

TravelAlaska.com 35 Interior Alaska Highway Fairbanks You’ve been waiting to travel to Alaska and, after a scenic journey north In 1902, Italian prospector Felix Pedro discovered gold just north of on the Alaska Highway, you’ve arrived in Tok. Take a day or two to relax Fairbanks, and with that came thousands of prospectors in search of and finalize your trip plans. Located between the Tanana River and the the “mother lode.” More than a century later, Fairbanks (pop. 32,036) Alaska Range, Tok is a trade center for several Athabascan Native villages. continues to thrive as the regional trade and transportation center and Visit the Tok Public Lands Information Center for museum displays, the gateway to Alaska’s vast Interior and Far North. a wildlife film and trip-planning information. The Tok Chamber of Commerce “Main Street Alaska” Visitors Center also provides advice for With more than 20 hours of daily sunlight from mid-May through July, accessing local hiking, fishing, flightseeing and bicycling attractions. play a round at the farthest north golf course or wet a fly for Arctic grayling on a quiet stream. Try your luck at gold panning or relax aboard Take the Taylor Highway north to visit the Gold Rush transportation center a sternwheeler cruise on the Chena and Tanana Rivers. Experience of Eagle and park headquarters for the Yukon-Charley Rivers National yesteryear at Pioneer Park, with authentic turn-of-the-century cabins, Preserve. From Eagle, you can take a week-long float trip down the Yukon pioneer and aviation museums and shops linked by train. River to Circle. In July, attend Golden Days, an annual celebration of gold discovery or The Alaska Highway officially ends in Delta Junction. From there you can watch the World Eskimo-Indian Olympics. visit glaciers, pick wild berries, fish for Arctic grayling or even observe a herd of American bison at the Delta Junction State Bison Range. East No visit is complete without a stop at the Morris Thompson Cultural and of town, the Clearwater State Recreation Site offers fishing, camping Visitors Center in downtown Fairbanks on the banks of the Chena River. and boat access to the Tanana and Goodpaster Rivers. Travel nine miles Learn about the history and culture of the area through informative displays. north of Delta Junction on the Richardson Highway to visit the Big Delta As the midnight sun sets, so rises the aurora borealis, providing a perfect State Historical Park, featuring vintage photographs, pioneer relics and backdrop for winter adventure – from dog sledding to cross-country Athabascan Native artifacts. Nearby, Quartz Lake State Recreation Area and downhill skiing to snowmobiling. Fairbanks hosts the Yukon offers camping, boating and fishing for rainbow trout and silver salmon. Quest International Sled Dog Race and the GCI Open North American Championship Sled Dog Race as well as an annual ice sculpting competition – the World Ice Art Championships.

36 Visit the University of Alaska Museum of the North with exhibits on Alaska’s natural history, wildlife and Native culture, and explore the Rose Berry Alaska Art Gallery. The nearby community of North Pole, “where the spirit of Christmas lives year-round,” receives and answers thousands of letters to Santa each year. Get an up-close view of the trans-Alaska pipeline at Fox, just north of Fairbanks, or drive the 60 miles to Chena Hot Springs Resort, where you can soak in natural mineral hot springs both summer and winter. A fly-in excursion to Fort Yukon on the Arctic Circle will give you a picture of life on the Yukon River in Alaska’s largest Athabascan village. Visitor Information, Nenana Traveling south from Fairbanks, stop by the town of Nenana, which lies on the banks of the Tanana and Nenana Rivers. Visitors can explore St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, originally built in 1905. The pews are embellished with handmade carvings, and the altar cloth is made of moosehide decorated with Native beadwork. Also available for exploration is Nenana’s railroad depot, which can be found on the National Register of Historic Places. Mount McKinley & Denali National Park and Preserve From Nenana, continue south to Mount McKinley and Denali National Park and Preserve. “Denali” is the Athabascan name for Mount McKinley, meaning “the high one.” The area offers hotels, campgrounds and many other visitor services. Recreational opportunities include hiking, rock and ice climbing, photography, wildlife viewing, nature walks, horseback treks Cruising on a Sternwheeler, Fairbanks and river excursions. Shuttle bus service and guided tours into the park’s wilderness are offered, as private vehicles are not permitted within the park. The 91-mile (146- km) road traverses the park, offering views of Wonder Lake, Savage River, Polychrome Pass, the Outer Range, Sanctuary River, Muldrow Glacier and the Kantishna mining district. While traveling by bus, visitors have the opportunity to see caribou, grizzly bears, wolves, moose, Dall sheep, lynx, marmots, fox and snowshoe hares. Many of the park’s birds visit during the summer months, but year-round residents include ravens, great horned owls and three species of ptarmigan. The Eielson Visitor Center is located 66 miles (106 km) into the park and is a great place to learn about the cultural and natural resources of the Eielson Visitor Center, Denali National Park area. The facility is also a model of environmentally sensitive construction and sustainable design. With both indoor and outdoor viewing areas, new exhibits and interior eating and interpretive program space, a stop at the Monthly Temperature and Daylight Information center will greatly enhance your experience while in the park. Average High Average Low South of the national park, visit Denali State Park for its famous panoramic views of Mount McKinley and the Alaska Range. Or take the Denali Highway east from Cantwell at the edge of Denali National Park to Paxson. Just south of Paxson lies the Gulkana River, where spawning salmon can be seen from mid- to late-summer. The region also offers excellent fishing opportunities for trout and grayling.

TravelAlaska.com 37 Far North Western Arctic St. Lawrence Island lies in the Bering Sea, 200 miles (321 km) west of Nome and 38 miles (61 km) from Russia. The island has been inhabited The communities of Alaska’s Far North are accessible from Fairbanks or for several thousand years and its people are descendents of Siberian Anchorage via jet or small aircraft. This is one of Alaska’s most diverse Yupik people. St. Lawrence has two villages, Gambell and Savoonga, regions, filled with cultural opportunities, wildlife and a landscape where Native people in both communities still preserve traditional ranging from coastal plains to mountain ranges. lifestyles. Several archaeological sites near Gambell are on the National Nome offers a variety of ways to enjoy the Far North’s great outdoors. Register of Historic Places. Accessible by cruise ship and surrounded by tundra, Nome provides Bird watchers from around the world travel to the island in search of access to 350 miles (482 km) of surrounding roads, where visitors can Asiatic species rarely found in North America. As a special treat to explore the countryside and discover pristine, untouched wilderness. visitors, the mountains of Russia are visible on clear days. While exploring the Seward Peninsula in the summer’s extended daylight hours, you’ll have a chance to discover wildflowers, moose, Located 26 miles (42 km) above the Arctic Circle, Kotzebue is one of reindeer, caribou, musk ox, birds and seals. Nome offers excellent fishing Alaska’s largest and oldest Iñupiat villages. As in many villages, Alaska for salmon, Arctic char and grayling and is known for great seafood, Natives practice traditional subsistence activities as well as use modern including fresh crab and halibut. technology. During the summer, this Arctic village receives 36 days of continuous daylight. Bird watching is superb this time of year, so bring In town, the Carrie M. McLain Memorial Museum houses 14,000 historical your binoculars. Millions of migrating birds and waterfowl arrive to nest photos and exhibits about Native culture and art and the Gold Rush. At the in the thousands of lakes on the tundra and river deltas. Surrounding turn of the century, prospectors sifted $3 million in gold from Nome’s sandy national parks offer hiking trails and the Kobuk, Noatak and Selawik beaches. Today, visitors can learn how to wield a gold pan, explore abandoned rivers are ideal for kayaking and rafting. gold dredges and participate in sled dog demonstrations. Visitors also shop for ivory carvings and crafts handmade by local Native people. Arctic Coast Nome’s most exciting annual event is the conclusion of the Iditarod Trail The Iñupiat community of Barrow is the northernmost settlement in Sled Dog Race. The Last Great Race on Earth® is a 1,049-mile (1,688-km) America and one of the largest Iñupiat communities. As the seat of the race from Anchorage to Nome. It begins on the first Saturday in March 88,000-square-mile (227,919-square-km) North Slope Borough, Barrow and commemorates efforts to deliver life-saving serum to Nome during a is also the world’s largest municipality. This far north, the summer sun diphtheria epidemic in 1925. doesn’t set for 82 days, shining continually from May 10 to August 2.

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Across from the Barrow airport lies the Will Rogers and Wiley Post Monument, commemorating the 1935 plane crash that killed both the American humorist and the famous pilot. Two other monuments to the famous pair, located at the crash site 15 miles (24 km) south of town, are on the National Register of Historic Places. Whaling and other subsistence activities still play an important role in this Arctic community. In fact, during April and May, visitors can often Anaktuvuk Pass, Brooks Range watch as Native people head for their whaling camps. Brooks Range Barrow has several hotels, restaurants and other visitor services. There are shops for visitors to purchase Native clothing, masks, baskets and dolls. Thousands of caribou migrate through the Brooks Range area each year. They travel through millions of acres of wilderness parklands in the Cape Two hundred miles (322 km) east of Barrow is Prudhoe Bay, home of the Krusenstern National Monument, Kobuk Valley National Park, Noatak largest oil field in North America. The 800-mile (1,287-km) trans-Alaska National Preserve, Selawik National Wildlife Refuge, Gates of the Arctic pipeline starts here and ends in Valdez. National Park and Preserve and the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Backpacking in these isolated mountains or floating down the unspoiled Located 260 miles (418 km) northwest of Fairbanks in the central Brooks rivers are unparalleled wilderness experiences. Range lies the village of Anaktuvuk Pass. This is the last remaining settlement of the Nunamiut or inland northern Iñupiat people. Their From Fairbanks or Bettles, the headquarters for many Alaska backcountry ancestors, who date to 500 B.C., settled the village in this area because it guides, visitors can fly to wilderness lodges scattered throughout the lies directly on a caribou migration route. Brooks Range. The local Simon Paneak Memorial Museum operates year-round, offering Another great Alaska experience is to drive the gravel Dalton Highway geological exhibits and Nunamiut cultural displays. Local crafts, such as (North Slope Haul Road) to Deadhorse. This 414-mile (666-km) road caribou skin masks, are available for purchase. parallels the northernmost portion of the trans-Alaska pipeline. Few services are available, but wildlife is abundant and fishing for Arctic grayling is superb. For road conditions and public access restrictions, contact the Alaska Department of Transportation at http://511.alaska.gov.

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Alaska Peninsula Those furs were what first drew Russian explorers to the islands in 1786, using Aleut labor to harvest the animals. Today the islands provide The Alaska Peninsula reaches 550 miles (885 km) into the Pacific Ocean. support for the Bering Sea fishing fleet. Known as the “Galapagos of the This geologically active area is home to volcanoes and sea-carved coastlines, North,” they have also become a major destination for birdwatchers from ancient Aleut village sites and unparalleled wildlife viewing opportunities. around the world. The island’s Russian churches can be found on the Scheduled air service from Anchorage to Cold Bay provides access to an array National Register of Historic Places. of national wildlife refuges and nearby communities, including the Aniakchak Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta National Monument and Preserve and the Izembek National Wildlife Refuge, an important migratory habitat for birds, ducks and geese. Brown bear and The waters of the Yukon and Kuskokwim rivers flow through a vast, treeless other wildlife viewing opportunities are plentiful on the peninsula. plain encompassed by the Yukon Delta National Wildlife Refuge. These expansive river drainages offer habitat for a wide array of birds and wildlife. Aleutian Islands Bethel, a port community on the Kuskokwim River, is the commercial Past the tip of the Alaska Peninsula, the Aleutian Islands begin their more than hub of the area. A Yupik trading center in the 1870s, Bethel remains 1,000-mile (1,609-km) sweep toward Asia. These incredible windswept islands, a marketplace for ivory carvings, baskets and other Native craft items. now part of the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge, were the theater for The Yupiit Piciryarait Cultural Center features Native exhibits and the 19-day Battle of Attu between Japanese and American troops in May 1943. demonstrations of dancing and carving. The Yukon Delta National Visitors can reach Unalaska via air service from Anchorage or Cold Bay Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center and Museum Annex offers exhibits of or by taking a summer ferry from Kodiak. Unalaska was an early trading traditional Native tools and clothing, a collection of vintage photos, post of the Russian American Company and center of the sea otter trade in Native art classes and a gift shop. With daily scheduled air service from the 1700s. The local fishing fleet holds the distinction of leading the nation Anchorage, Bethel is easily accessible. in quantity of landed catch. Visitors enjoy exploring the Aleutian WWII Visitor Center and a network of bunkers and pillboxes. Local Unangan (Aleut) culture and history can be found at the Museum of the Aleutians. Monthly Temperature and Daylight Information Pribilof Islands Fly from Anchorage to see the world-famous wildlife colonies on St. George and St. Paul Islands in the Bering Sea. More than 240 bird species, including colorful puffins, have been seen on rock cliffs and grassy tundra. A nesting population of 2.5 million birds makes St. George home to some of the largest seabird colonies in the Northern Hemisphere. St. Paul’s beaches also play host to an amazing number of fur seals.

TravelAlaska.com 41 Inside Passage Southern Region displays of Wrangell’s colorful history. When prospectors first came to the area, they sought out the “gateway to the Stikine,” a river with exciting One option for traveling to Alaska is via the state ferry system from tours of wildlife, glaciers and hot springs. Visit Anan Bear and Wildlife Bellingham, Washington or Prince Rupert, British Columbia. Either way, Observatory for an up-close view of black and brown bears feasting on travelers can see glaciers, wildlife and wilderness as they glide between wild salmon. forested islands on the route known as the “Inside Passage,” stopping at unique coastal towns along the way. Petersburg residents celebrate their Norwegian culture with decorative rosemaling (traditional Norwegian painting) on houses and storefronts, and On the west coast of Annette Island, the town of Metlakatla is accessible a rousing Little Norway Festival every May. Enjoy an excursion to LeConte by air or state ferry. The island is a federal reservation for the Tsimshian Glacier, the southernmost active tidewater glacier in North America. Indians and long-term visits require a permit. Step back in time and experience the abundant wildlife, rugged Ketchikan is Alaska’s southernmost port of call for the majority of the mountainous terrain and uncrowded waters of Prince of Wales Island. Inside Passage, located within the heart of the Tongass National Forest. Located just 600 miles (965 km) north of Seattle, fly or ferry to the The multi-island community, surrounded by mountains and water, is fourth-largest island in the U.S. Fish the pristine salt and fresh waters for served by daily jet service. Local museums and attractions highlight the king salmon, halibut or steelhead. Hunt black bear or black-tailed deer town’s heritage. Visitors can explore the history of the area’s traditional in the unspoiled terrain. Explore a network of 2,000 miles (3,219 km) Native culture, fishing and timber industries. Activities include camping, of roads including 200 miles (322 km) of paved Alaska Scenic Byway, boating, ziplining and sport fishing excursions. Visitors will find an improved gravel roads along the shoreline and old logging roads that array of shops and art galleries downtown and while strolling along the criss-cross the island. Or boat around 990 miles (1,593 km) of shoreline boardwalks of historical Creek Street. and outlying islands. Visitors enjoy kayaking, camping, whale and bird From Ketchikan, travel by boat or plane into Misty Fiords National watching, totem parks and fishing villages rich in Native culture. Monument. The 2.3-million-acre glacially carved fjords shelter many Ferries provide service from Ketchikan to Hollis and from there visitors species of land animals and sea life. can easily travel by road to other communities, such as Craig, Klawock, Four distinct groups of people shaped the history of Wrangell: Russians, Thorne Bay, Coffman Cove and Hydaburg. The northern end of the the English, Americans and the Tlingit. While in town, learn the area’s island is known for its limestone caves and grottoes. The most popular history by visiting the newly-restored Tribal House on Chief Shakes cave is El Capitan, with daily tours offered by the U.S. Forest Service Island or by exploring Petroglyph Beach State Historic Park and searching during the summer months. for prehistoric rock carvings. The Wrangell Museum offers interactive

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Northern Region and nearby Dyea along the 33-mile (53-km) Chilkoot Trail. Visit the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park or take an excursion on the In Sitka, the Russian capital of Alaska from 1808 to 1867, the New narrow gauge White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad – one of the world’s Archangel Dancers®, St. Michael’s Cathedral and the Russian Bishop’s House most scenic mountain railways. Known as the “Garden City of Alaska,” keep the Russian spirit alive. Experience Native culture at the Naa Kahidi beauty abounds in the historical coastal community. dance show, Sheldon Jackson Museum, totem poles and Tlingit artist demonstrations at Sitka National Historical Park and Southeast Alaska Yakutat, once a winter village for the Tlingit people, offers excellent Indian Cultural Center, or view eagles at the Alaska Raptor Center. steelhead fishing. The village is your departure point for kayak and boat expeditions to Hubbard Glacier and Russell Fjord. Flightseeing tours also Juneau (pop. 32,556), Alaska’s capital and the gateway to Glacier Bay take you to Malaspina Glacier, the largest glacier in North America. National Park, is nestled between towering mountains and the tidewaters of Gastineau Channel. The downtown district is a lively mix of modern Located on Chichagof Island, Tenakee Springs has quiet beaches and a architecture and quaint Victorian homes. Popular attractions include rustic bathhouse fed by hot springs. There is excellent sport fishing in the St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church (1894), Macaulay Salmon Hoonah, a Tlingit settlement which also hosts a world-class 5,330-foot Hatchery and the famous Mendenhall Glacier. zipline at Icy Strait Point. Flightsee over the magnificent Juneau Icefield, birthing ground to more than Glacier Bay 40 glaciers, or take a scenic boat tour to Tracy Arm Fjord to view birds, seals Eleven spectacular glaciers flow from surrounding mountains into and whales. Near Juneau is Admiralty Island National Monument, home of the the waters of Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve. Departing from largest brown bear population in southeast Alaska. Angoon, a Tlingit village, Bartlett Cove or Juneau, enjoy a daytrip, overnight cruise, flightseeing shares the island with the highest concentration of nesting bald eagles in North tour or sea kayaking expedition. America. Visit Elfin Cove, once strictly a commercial fishing village, now home to several sport fishing lodges. Travel on to the rustic fishing town of Access the national park directly from Gustavus, a 20-minute flight or Pelican and walk its popular boardwalk or take a charter boat trip and see why three-hour boat ride from Juneau. Accommodations are available at the town is known for being “closest to the fish.” several locations within town. Haines hosts the Southeast Alaska State Fair every July. You can camp in sight of two glaciers at Chilkat State Park. At nearby Fort William H. Seward, visit a former Army hospital now used as a Native arts center. Over 3,000 bald eagles Monthly Temperature and Daylight Information congregate in the Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve during fall and winter to feed Average High Average Low upon spawning salmon. History lives on in Skagway, Alaska’s first incorporated city. Born of the Klondike Gold Rush of 1898, the town once teemed with nearly 10,000 prospectors on their quest for gold. Explore downtown, where the era’s history is preserved in wooden boardwalks, restored historical buildings

TravelAlaska.com 43 Southcentral Anchorage the community’s shops and restaurants. Take a ride up Alyeska Resort’s passenger tram for panoramic views of mountains, glaciers and Alaska’s largest city, Anchorage (pop. 298,610), is a thriving metropolis. Turnagain Arm. Surrounded by wilderness and six mountain ranges, Anchorage boasts luxury hotels, delectable restaurants, art galleries and specialty shops. Prince William Sound The city has a vibrant arts and music scene, featuring world-class dance, theater and Broadway performances. The Chugach Mountains provide a Prince William Sound encompasses 3,125 square miles (8,100 square km) striking backdrop that can be viewed from anywhere in the city and along of protected waterways, islands, fjords and over 100 glaciers. The region 250 miles (402 km) of local trails. is home to whales, porpoise, sea otters, sea lions and seals. Bear, deer, mountain goats and sheep inhabit the mainland. Anchorage is rich in history and culture. The Anchorage Museum showcases an impressive collection depicting 10,000 years of Alaska Three communities provide access to adventure via day cruises, charter history. Experience the state’s distinctive Native culture through boats, flightseeing tours and the state ferry. storytelling, song and dance as you explore five traditional villages at From Whittier, cruises and charters offer access to some of Prince William the Alaska Native Heritage Center. Sound’s most spectacular sights. Sit in front of a tidewater glacier, kayak Visitors can enjoy a wide variety of wildlife within Anchorage, including a a sheltered cove, explore a tide pool or secluded beach. Whittier offers a resident moose population up to 1,000. Wildlife watching is always easy at unique mixture of WWII history and small coastal town charm. the Alaska Zoo, Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center and Potter Marsh. Just outside Valdez, you can see the magnificent Columbia Glacier, one Enjoy the scenery along the 11-mile (18-km) Tony Knowles Coastal Trail, of the best places to see a glacier calving into the ocean. Activities are accessible from downtown. Fishing for salmon in downtown Anchorage abundant in Valdez throughout the year. You can also enjoy glacier is an unexpected surprise at Ship Creek. The city’s surrounding lakes and trekking, kayaking, rafting, skiing, snowmobiling, sightseeing and tax-free rivers are rich with chum, sockeye, king, silver and pink salmon. shopping. See towering waterfalls or visit the town’s museums. Experience Take in the alpine scenery of Chugach State Park from Flattop Mountain, colossal salmon runs from shore or take a charter. Powerline Pass or the Eagle River Nature Center. Learn about Russian Visitors from around the globe trek to Cordova to view glaciers, fish for and Alaska Native culture at the St. Nicholas Russian Church and view salmon, explore Orca Inlet and the Copper River Delta, or see thousands brightly painted spirit houses at the Eklutna Historical Park. Stop by of shorebirds at Hartney Bay. Eklutna Lake, a popular recreation site known for its emerald-blue waters. Head south to Crow Creek Mine in Girdwood and pan for gold or enjoy

44 The Kenai Copper River Valley & Wrangell- The Kenai Peninsula, just south of Anchorage, is known as “Alaska’s St. Elias National Park & Preserve Playground.” You’ll find spectacular scenery, wildlife, rich culture and The Copper River Valley is home to the Copper River red salmon and legendary fishing. The Kenai Mountains, which span the Chugach Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve, the largest national park National Forest, Kachemak Bay State Park, Kenai Fjords National Park in the United States. The valley is a popular destination for backcountry and Kenai National Wildlife Refuge, contain the easily accessible Exit recreation, sport fishing, river rafting, hiking, glacier climbing, Glacier and hundreds of miles of trails. Experience wild whitewater and flightseeing and Native culture. Glennallen is the informational hub of placid scenic waterways or paddle more than 100 miles (161 km) of the region. Copper Center lies a few miles south of Glennallen, home to canoe trails. the visitor center for Wrangell-St. Elias. The historical mining towns of Witness calving glaciers and marine wildlife on a sightseeing cruise McCarthy and Kennicott lie at the heart of the park. from Seward, gateway to Kenai Fjords National Park. The Alaska SeaLife Center also offers up-close viewing of marine mammals and sea birds. From the highway, enjoy the turquoise color of the rivers and lakes surrounding Cooper Landing. Four species of salmon spawn on the peninsula. Soldotna boasts the world record king salmon (97.25 lbs) and more than 2,800 feet of elevated Kenai River boardwalk. The central peninsula is home to four caribou herds, one near the city of Kenai, known for its historical sites and cultural heritage. A shoreline drive showcases four active volcanoes across Cook Inlet and, at the end of the road, the Homer Spit extends five miles out to sea with breathtaking views of mountains, glaciers and Kachemak Bay. The gateway to Katmai National Park and the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge, Homer offers unrivaled bear viewing, kayaking and birding. Mat-Su Valley Hiking, Kennecott Copper Mine Located approximately 45 miles (72 km) north of Anchorage on the Glenn Highway National Scenic Byway, the Matanuska Valley is a fertile farmland settled by families from the Midwest as part of a New Deal relief program in 1935. Tour Palmer to discover the history of these early “colonists” and see the legendary, gigantic vegetables at the Alaska State Fair in August. In the neighboring Susitna Valley, explore Wasilla, home of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. Visitors can learn from an Iditarod veteran what it takes to complete the “Last Great Race” at the area’s local dog kennels. A few miles west is Big Lake, a popular destination for boating and salmon fishing. Farther north is Talkeetna – known as the staging site for climbers as they begin their trip up Mount McKinley. Flightseeing tours of the mountain Fishing, Cordova are a local specialty. On clear days, Denali State Park offers breathtaking vistas of Mount McKinley, North America’s highest peak. A 50-mile (80-km) scenic loop between the George Parks and Glenn Highways takes you to Hatcher Pass and the Independence Mine State Monthly Temperature and Daylight Information Historical Park. Visit the park’s interpretive center and explore abandoned buildings and equipment in the old gold mines.

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Free exhibit gallery celebrating the people, land & rivers of alaska VOTED THE BEST Located in the heart of Fairbanks on the shores of boat tour in the Chena River. 180 sites, full and partial hook ups, culture of Interior Alaska. Experience Alaska Native North America tent camping. Amenities: 50/30 amp power, WiFi, art, music, stories & dance. Take a family portrait in free showers, gift shop, carwash and laundromat traditional Athabascan garments of moosehide, fur & on site. Ticketing and shuttle to main attractions. stunning beadwork. Shop for Alaska Native art, books, films, maps. Free parking, WiFi/Internet. Open 7 days a Full service restaurant known for fresh seafood ; FAIRBANKS AREA specials. 1-800-770-3343. [email protected]. ; week. 101 Dunkel Street, Fairbanks. (907) 459-3700. PIONEER PARK What To Do FNSB.us/pioneerpark Adventure • Ecotourism Spend a little time in the past. Pioneer Park is an historic theme park - offering something for all ages. Stroll ALASKA PADDLEBOARD ADVENTURES Circle 28 on Reader Service Card akpaddleboard.com through Gold Rush Town, take in a show, have a picnic, view the many museums and historic landmarks, or RIVERBOAT DISCOVERY Explore interior Alaska on guided stand-up paddle just sit back and relax. Open Memorial Day - Labor riverboatdiscovery.com board trips. No experience needed. 907-388-5949. Day. Located at 2300 Airport Way. 907-459-1087. ; Sternwheeler Discovery tour combines colorful river history, Native traditions and the beauty of Alaska’s Dining • Nightlife • Shopping Sightseeing & Tours Interior. Our Alaskan crew will share their culture as you ALASKA SALMON BAKE ALASKA RAILROAD VACATIONS stroll through an Athabascan Indian village. Mid-May Akvisit.com alaskarailroad.com to mid-Sept. 1975 Discovery Dr., Fairbanks, AK 99709. ; A true Alaskan experience! Serving dinners for over Denali in a Day: Plan a superlative day trip to North Local 479-6673. Toll Free 1-866-479-6673. 30 years. Enjoy fire-grilled salmon, beer battered cod America’s tallest peak with the Alaska Railroad. Daily Winter directly from Alaska’s icy waters, and slow roasted beef summer departures from the Fairbanks Depot, arriving cooked to perfection! Located in Pioneer Park, a 44 acre to Denali National Park with time for a mid-day AURORA BOREALIS LODGE historical theme park. Open May thru mid-September. adventure before returning to Fairbanks that evening. auroracabin.com For information 800-354-7274. Email: [email protected]. ; Choose from two classes of rail service, onboard dining View the northern lights in style and comfort! Located available; ask about Denali excursions. 800-544-0552. ; 20 miles north of Fairbanks, our handmade log lodge is CO-OP MARKET GROCERY & DELI coopmarket.org ideally situated for 360° viewing and photography. From late-August to early-April, we offer evening Aurora Tours Locally-grown food, wholesome products & Alaska with roundtrip transfers from Fairbanks. Enjoy from the made items for all your grocery needs. 907-457-1023. ; warmth inside or our big north deck. (907) 389-2812. THE COOKIE JAR RESTAURANT BLUE KENNELS & DOG SLED cookiejarfairbanks.com TRIPS-FAIRBANKS Seen on Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives. Breakfast, lunch Blue-kennels.com & dinner daily. 1006 Cadillac Ct. 907-479-8319. ; Winter dog sledding in Fairbanks. Helicopter dog sled tours May-Sept in Juneau. 907-841-5618. EXPRESSIONS IN GLASS expressionsinglass.net Various Activities Glass gallery & fine gifts-fused, blown, stained glass, jewelry and handcrafted works of art. ; ALASKAN TAILS OF THE TRAIL WITH MARY SHIELDS maryshields.com THE HISTORIC PUMP Circle 65 on Reader Service Card #1 Fairbanks activity on TripAdvisor. Personal home HOUSE RESTAURANT ; pumphouse.com BLACK SPRUCE DOG SLEDDING visit with the 1st woman to complete Iditarod. Enjoy fine dining in historic “Gold Rush” atmosphere, blacksprucedogsledding.com EXPLORE FAIRBANKS overlooking the Chena River. We offer wild game, aged “Authentic mushing immersion.” Scenic, interactive explorefairbanks.com beef, “Alaska Fresh” seafood, premium wine list, local programs including aurora viewing by dog sled. beers, spectacular Sunday Brunch on the deck, and the Go deep inside Alaska, where the unparalleled meets Senators Saloon with its antique pool tables. We are GOLD DREDGE 8 the unexpected. Be inspired by the light of the aurora a Distinguished Restaurant of North America award golddredge8.com borealis. Boost your energy under the midnight sun. Feel recipient. 907-479-8452. Bring the family for a fun-filled adventure aboard the the warmth of Fairbanks, Denali, Interior and Arctic Tanana Valley Railroad and ride into gold mining Alaska. Fairbanks truly is the unexpected Alaska. Call PIKE’S WATERFRONT LODGE and pipeline history. Ride the train, visit the dredge, 1-800-327-5774 or go online for your free Visitors Guide. pikeslodge.com and receive a brief but informative course in mining, Pike’s Landing gives you an authentic Fairbanks river and then you will try panning for yourself! You will North Pole dining experience; enjoy miniature golf too. ; find gold - we guarantee it! Mid-May through Mid-Sept. Local: 479-6673, Toll Free: 866-479-6673. History • Culture Art Where To Stay FAIRBANKS SUMMER ARTS FESTIVAL HOTEL NORTH POLE Fsaf.org hotelnorthpole.com Study & perform with FSAF, featuring over 120 artists Service excellence in the heart of the Interior. Centrally during the last 2 weeks of July. 907-474-8869. located in North Pole, Alaska. Alaska owned and operated. 70 smoke-free rooms and suites, free Wi-Fi, complimentary breakfast, fitness center, walking distance to shops, restaurants and the Santa Claus House. Tel: (907) 488-4800. Toll Free 877-488-4801. Email: [email protected]. ; 59 What To Do SANTA CLAUS HOUSE SantaClausHouse.com Since 1952, Santa Claus House has provided millions of guests with an exciting shopping experience and an abundance of photo opportunities. Visit with Santa and his reindeer, browse through thousands INTERIOR of unique gifts, and view the World’s Tallest Santa. Open year-round. 101 St. Nicholas Dr., North Pole, AK 99705. (907) 488-2200 or 1-800-588-4078. ;

Mount McKinley Circle 10 on Reader Service Card & Denali Where To Stay Hotels & Motels National Park ALASKA TOUR & TRAVEL AlaskaTravel.com Choose from 9 Denali Park lodge and cabin and Preserve properties near the entrance, or stay at a wilderness lodge deep inside the park. Pick from 20 Denali day tours including a full-day bus trip to the end of Denali National the park road. Travel to Denali by Park Connection Motorcoach, Alaska Railroad or rental car. Complete Park vacation packages available. Toll Free 800-208-0200. DENALI BLUFFS HOTEL How To Get Around denalialaska.com Circle 122 on Reader Service Card Motorcoach • Bus • Vans • Limos Nestled into Sugarloaf Mountain with aerial views of DENALI GRIZZLY BEAR RESORT Denali National Park, the Denali Bluffs Hotel offers DenaliGrizzlyBear.com ALASKA PARK CONNECTION comfortable rooms, cozy log-beamed lobby, hearty MOTORCOACH Alaskan atmosphere, pioneer family operated. alaskacoach.com food at the Mountaineer Grill & Bar and Alaskan hospitality. Adventure is just steps away. You won’t find S. boundary Denali Park on scenic Nenana River. Daily deluxe scheduled motorcoach service between these views down at street level. 866-683-8500. ; New Cedar Hotel-each room with private decks on Anchorage, Seward, Denali and Talkeetna. Our the river, TV, coffee. Variety of charming cabins with motorcoaches feature comfortable seating, plenty of leg private decks overlooking the river. Hunter Travel room, large picture windows and restrooms onboard. Guide - “Call these people first!” In Best Places of “We book the Alaska Rail too!” Tour highlights and photo Alaska, travel guide. Toll Free 866-583-2696. ; opportunities are presented along the way. 800-266-8625. DENALI PARK HOTEL Train Denaliparkhotel.com ALASKA RAILROAD Ten miles north of Denali Park entrance. Winner of Alaskarailroad.com TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence award. Comfortable, Operating since 1923, The Alaska Railroad offers value, quiet. Two extra-long double beds, full private bath, ease and authentic Alaska hospitality. See glaciers, TV, refrigerator & microwave, coffee maker, hair dryer, mountains, wildlife and two national parks, all with free WiFi. Historic railroad car lobby. Restaurants one call. Adventure Class coaches or GoldStar Service nearby. Moose often visit us. Stay with us and see the aboard double-deck dome cars. Daily summer service: Alaska you came to see! Toll Free 866-683-1800. Anchorage, Denali, Fairbanks, Seward, and Whittier. ; DENALI RAINBOW RV PARK & MOTEL Open year-round. 907.265.2494 or 800.544.0552. Circle 90 on Reader Service Card denalirv.com ALASKATRAIN.COM DENALI CABINS Closest motel & Country Mall, located just 1 mile AlaskaTrain.com alaskadenalitravel.com/cabins north of Denali park entrance near all park services & FAIRBANKS AREA • MOUNT MCKINLEY AND DENALI NATIONAL PARK AND PRESERVE AND PRESERVE PARK NATIONAL AREA AND DENALI MCKINLEY • MOUNT FAIRBANKS Online reservations for the Alaska Railroad including Conveniently located near Denali National Park entrance activities. Our rooms are clean, comfortable & affordable. GoldStar, Adventure Class, private dome rail & deluxe & Denali activities. The charm of cabins, with the comfort New rooms with full kitchens & coffee, bathrooms, free coach. Travel to Denali Park, Seward, Anchorage, of hotel rooms. Newly refreshed, each cabin has a private TV & Wi-Fi. New deluxe 2 bedroom suites, sleeps 8. Fairbanks, Talkeetna & Whittier. Save time, money & bath, TV, phone, comfortable beds. Onsite outdoor Walk to groceries, shopping, gifts, restaurants & tour see more by traveling one-way by train & the other by hot-tubs, Prey Bar & Eatery, Wi-Fi and free shuttle. booking. Fun for the whole family. 907-683-7777. coach. We book complete vacation packages & rail or bus MP229 Parks Hwy., Denali Nat’l Park. 800.808.8068. ; cruise transfers for Whittier & Seward. 800-266-8625. ; MOTEL NORD HAVEN GRANDE DENALI LODGE motelnordhaven.com denalialaska.com Let us pack your lunch for your visit to Denali National See panoramic views of Sugarloaf Mountain and Denali Park! Scenic secluded location 12 miles north of the National Park. Join us high above it all at the Grande entrance, in Healy. Small family-owned inn with large Denali Lodge. Comfortable rooms, timbered lobby with rooms, queen beds, library, art. Free Wi-Fi & summer stone fireplace, Alaskan hospitality and great food at breakfast. All nonsmoking. Open all year. Ideal for the Alpenglow Restaurant & Peak Spirits Lounge. We families. Rates $84 winter - $173 summer. Box 458, Healy, sell out early for a reason–the view. 866-683-8500. ; AK 99743. FAX 907-683-4503. Call 1-800-683-4501. ; 60 INTERIOR INTERIOR TOTEM INN MCKINLEY CHALET RESORT Thetoteminn.com westmarkhotels.com After your Denali activities “unwind” and “recharge” The McKinley Chalet Resort is situated in the with us. Located 12 miles north of Denali National heart of the Denali Canyon on the banks of the Park at Mile 248.7 Parks Hwy. Full-menu restaurant Nenana River just minutes from entrance to Denali open 7am to 10pm. Lounge opens at 4pm. Deluxe style EXPLORE THE HEART OF ALASKA National Park & Preserve. Featuring modern rooms at reasonable prices. We are a small family-owned amenities, comfortable accommodations, inviting business and would like to make your trip to Alaska dining options & a vast selection of optional ; • Denali National Park Tours memorable. Open year-round. 907-683-6500. • excursions, the McKinley Chalet welcomes you with Restaurants, Rafting, Retail Shops ; MOUNT MCKINLEY AND DENALI NATIONAL PARK AND PRESERVE • Riverview Lodge warm northern hospitality. 800-544-0970. WHITE MOOSE LODGE whitemooselodge.com Cabins • denaliparkvillage.com Vacation Rentals Rated best-value-in-area by Frommer’s Alaska Travel 800.276.7234 Guide. Located 12 min. from Denali Park Visitor Center in Healy, our cozy, family-run lodge is worlds Circle 108 on Reader Service Card away from the congested park entrance. From our large deck surrounded by spruce forest, our guests enjoy a DENALI PARK VILLAGE panoramic view of Mt. Healy. Rooms have 2 double DenaliParkVillage.com beds, private bath, satellite TV, Internet, and continental Located just 7 miles from the entrance of Denali National breakfast. Double $90-$110. 800-481-1232. ; Park, Denali Park Village embraces the natural beauty of Alaska. Spread across 20 acres, the property offers Wilderness Lodges • Resorts 290 guest rooms between the lodge and the Cabins at Denali Park Village and is home to park tours, dining and a marketplace; reminiscent of a historic mining town with individually themed shops. 800-276-7234. ;

Circle 104 on Reader Service Card DENALI GRIZZLY BEAR RESORT denaligrizzlybear.com South boundary of Denali Park. RV, cabins, cedar hotel on river. Pioneer Alaskan owned & operated. ; HEALY HEIGHTS FAMILY CABINS healycabins.com Attractive cedar cabins on a scenic ridge overlooking the CAMP DENALI/NORTH FACE LODGE Alaska Range. Minutes from Denali and all activities. campdenali.com No crowds or traffic. Nonsmoking, clean, quiet, fully furnished. Some have full kitchen, phone and TV. All have Learning adventures for active travelers based from Circle 80 on Reader Service Card microwave, fridge, toaster, coffee pot, BBQ grill. Phone the only lodgings in Denali National Park with views 907-683-2639. E-mail: [email protected]. of Mt. McKinley. Naturalist-guided hiking, wildlife KANTISHNA ROADHOUSE kantishnaroadhouse.com observation, biking, canoeing, evening programs. Campgrounds • RV Parks Small, family-owned and operated. 907-683-2290, Full-service lodge in the backcountry of Denali FAX 907-683-1568. E-mail: [email protected]. National Park. Transportation, deluxe cabins, all DENALI RAINBOW RV PARK & MOTEL meals, Alaska Native cultural presentations, naturalist denalirv.com guided hikes, gold panning, biking, fishing, and Closest full service RV park & Country Mall. Located interpretive programs. Native owned and operated. just 1 mile north of Denali Park entrance, convenient Experience the Doyon difference. 1 Doyon Place, to all park services & activities. 73 RV & tent sites, Suite 300, Fairbanks, AK 99701. 800-942-7420. ; hookups, free Wi-Fi & cable TV, private hot showers, laundry, ice, RV supplies, fire wood, groceries, gas, pet DENALI PRINCESS friendly, Alaska gifts & souvenirs, restaurant & tour WILDERNESS LODGE booking. Fun for the whole family. 907-683-7777. princesslodges.com Comfortable wilderness lodge near Denali National Hostels Park entrance. Featuring river and park views, DENALI MOUNTAIN MORNING restaurants, lounge, dinner theater, open-air hot HOSTEL & CABINS tubs, tour desk, meeting rooms and shuttle to rail DenaliHostel.com depot & visitors center. Rail/lodge packages available with travel aboard Princess’ glass-domed rail cars. A beautiful hostel and lodge, in the forest, on a ; creek. A budget traveler’s dream come true. Circle 100 on Reader Service Card Open mid-May-mid-Sept. 800-426-0500. DENALI BACKCOUNTRY LODGE alaskadenalitravel.com/dbl Feel at home in the wilderness. Enjoy a unique ALASKA FACT experience in the heart of Denali National Park at our exclusive Denali Backcountry Lodge. More Size: One-fifth the size of the United States, Alaska’s 586,412 square miles measure 2,400 miles east to west, and than a beautiful location: experience the area with 1,420 miles north to south. This makes it larger than Texas and the next three largest states combined. private cabins, naturalist-guided hikes, gold panning, independent fishing and biking or schedule a massage at our private spa, The Nest. 800.808.8068. ; 61 What To Do Sightseeing & Tours Adventure • Ecotourism INTERIOR

Circle 8 on Reader Service Card DENALI RAFT ADVENTURES, INC. Circle 102 on Reader Service Card denaliraft.com Circle 49 on Reader Service Card DENALI BACKCOUNTRY ADVENTURE Offering two-hour, four-hour and full-day raft trips on alaskadenalitravel.com/adventure DENALI ATV ADVENTURES the Nenana River. Choose from scenic, whitewater or Go beyond the crowds and venture to Kantishna, in Denaliatv.com combination trips. We provide seven daily departures, the heart of Denali National Park, onboard the Denali Denali’s two must-do outdoor activities! Get off the paddle rafts, oar raft, Gore-Tex® drysuits, all gear and Backcountry Adventure. Search for wildlife, marvel at beaten path & travel deep into the Alaskan bush on your local transportation. Drawer 190VP, Denali National stunning landscapes, capture photographs of Wonder own ATV or 4-door 4x4 Jeep®. Five different guided Park, AK 99755. 907-683-2234. Toll Free 888-683-2234. Lake, pan for gold or take a nature walk. Your adventure tours 2.5-5 hrs. Travel along the Alaska Range or down [email protected]. includes snacks, beverages and lunch at our Denali the famous Stampede “Into the Wild” Trail on ATVs. Backcountry Lodge. 800.808.8068. View spectacular scenery on a 120-mile excursion down Dining • Nightlife * Shopping the rugged Denali Hwy in Jeeps®. Car seats available. TOTEM INN HUSKY HOMESTEAD TOURS Pick-up from Denali-area lodging. 907-683-4288. thetoteminn.com huskyhomestead.com Located at Mile 248.7 Parks Hwy. in Cuddle puppies & see sled dog training in action. Healy. North of Denali Park. ; Iditarod Champion Jeff King’s Husky Homestead. Fishing ADVENTURE DENALI adventuredenali.com Best fishing in Alaska’s Interior! Huge rainbow trout & Arctic grayling. Fully guided & unguided. Spin & fly-fish our private lakes & local streams. Learn to fly-fish! April & May ice fish! Great for kids, seniors, handicapped & highly experienced. Courtesy transportation. 21 m. south of Denali Natl. Park entrance right on Route 3. Wonderful log cabins to rent lake side. DENALI FLY FISHING GUIDES, LLC Circle 49 on Reader Service Card denaliflyfishing.com MOUNT MCKINLEY AND DENALI NATIONAL PARK AND PRESERVE AND PRESERVE PARK NATIONAL DENALI AND MCKINLEY MOUNT Join us for half or full day fly fishing trips into the heart of the Alaska Range for native Arctic grayling. All levels Circle 81 on Reader Service Card of experience welcome and all equipment is included KANTISHNA WILDERNESS TRAILS along with lightweight rods, waders and experienced DenaliWildlifeTour.com guides. You’ll be wade fishing the clear water streams Most inclusive day excursion in Denali National Park. near Denali National Park. 907.768.1127. Full narration, frequent stops for wildlife viewing, Flight Tours photos, and enroute refreshments. Includes lunch and interpretive programs at the historic Kantishna DENALI SUMMIT FLIGHT Roadhouse. Experience the Doyon difference, denalisummitflight.com Native owned and operated. 1 Doyon Place, Suite Summit Denali! Don’t stop until you reach the top! 300, Fairbanks, AK 99701. 800-230-7275. The most extensive flight tour of North America’s Various Activities highest peak. View the mountain and Denali National Park the way only the climbers do. Everyone has BLACK DIAMOND RESORT CO. Circle 121 on Reader Service Card a window seat on board our multi-engine aircraft. blackdiamondtourco.com DENALI OUTDOOR CENTER Flights departing from Denali and Fairbanks. Summer ATV, covered wagon, golf tours, restaurant, gift shop. denalioutdoorcenter.com and winter. 800-474-1986 or 907-474-8600. 907-683-4653 Email: [email protected]. ; Denali Park adventures. Whitewater & scenic wilderness DENALI JEEP® BACKCOUNTRY SAFARI DENALI EDUCATION CENTER raft trips on the boundary of Denali National Park. Also, BestofAlaskaTravel.com denali.org kayaks, canoe rentals and bike tours & rentals. Fully Follow your guide in a 4wd Jeep® Wrangler from the guided for ages 5 and up. Custom drysuits provided! Offering educational programs and authentic Denali entrance of Denali National Park to the Stampede Road experience. Groups, weddings, conferences. Fun and professional guides. Camping and cabin rentals made famous in the motion picture, Into the Wild. on Otto Lake. Military, group and youth discounts. Wildlife and views of Mt. McKinley. Short nature walk, Free shuttles! Open 7 days, mid-May to mid-Sept. off road driving, hearty Alaskan style snack. CB radios enable entertaining guide narrative and guest interaction. 800-323-5757. 62 INTERIOR INTERIOR

WHERE TO STAY Handicap Access TV in Room in Room Phone Hotel/Motel Lodges/Cabins Lodges/Cabins Rentals Vacation Units *Low Season (Generally Oct.-April) Season *High (Generally May-Sept.) AllOpen Year Private Bath Shared Bath Kitchen Room Service Internet Restaurant Cocktails Allowed Pets B&B MOUNT MCKINLEY AND DENALI NATIONAL PARK AND PRESERVE • ACCOMMODATIONS GRID Description information of each of the properties listed can be found on preceding pages under the appropriate city heading. ALASKA HIGHWAY DELTA JUNCTION Alaska 7 Motel • 16 N/A $109 • • • • • TOK Burnt Paw and Cabins Outback • 7 $99-$109 $139-$149 • • • • ; • Snowshoe Motel & Fine Arts Gift Shop • 24 $70-$80 $90-$100 • • • • • • Tok Liquor Mini Mart & Tok Motel • 36 $85 $95 • • • • • ; • FAIRBANKS AREA FAIRBANKS 7 Gables Inn & Suites • 30 $50-$85 $90-$180 • • • • • • A Taste of Alaska Lodge • 10 $185-$235 $185-$235 • • • • • • ; • Ah, Rose Marie Downtown B&B • 9 $80 $90-$110 • • • • • Archway Inn • 40 $75-$120 $90-$180 • • • • • • ; • Aurora Borealis Lodge • 4 $169 $224 • • • Bridgewater Hotel, Fountainhead Hotels • 93 NA $99-$145 • • • • ; • Chena Hot Springs Resort • 80 $199.99 $299.99 • • • • • ; • • • Fairbanks Princess Riverside Lodge • 325 N/A $99-$199 • • • • ; • • Golden North Motel • 61 $60-$65 $85-$115 • • • • • ; • Hampton Inn and Suites Fairbanks • 101 $99-$159 $199-$269 • • • • • ; Pike’s Waterfront Lodge • 208 $89 $240 • • • • • • ; • • • River’s Edge Resort • 94 $89 $195 • • • • • • ; • • Sophie Station Suites, Fountainhead Hotels • 148 $75-$120 $154-$219 • • • • • • • ; • • SpringHill Suites by Marriott® Fairbanks • 140 $99 $159 • • • • • ; • • Wedgewood Resort/Bear Lodge, Fountainhead Hotel • 462 $70-$120 $154-$225 • • • • • • ; • • Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center • 400 $99-$139 $149-$229 • • • • • • ; • • NORTH POLE Hotel North Pole • 71 $75 $175 • • • • • • ; • MOUNT MCKINLEY & DENALI NATIONAL PARK AND PRESERVE DENALI NATIONAL PARK Cabins at Denali • 6 N/A $175-$250 • • Camp Denali/North Face Lodge • 18 Package Package • • • Denali Backcountry Lodge • 42 Package Package • ; • • Denali Bluffs Hotel • 112 N/A $179-$219 • • • • ; • • Denali Cabins • 46 N/A $189-$289 • • • • ; • • Denali Grizzly Bear Resort • 106 $69-$269 $69-$269 • • • • • ; • Denali Park Hotel • 48 $89 $119 • • • • Denali Park Village • 290 N/A $205-$319 • • • • • ; • • • Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge • 651 N/A $179-$299 • • • • ; • • Denali Rainbow RV Park & Motel • 10 $89-$199 $125-$295 • • • • • Grande Denali Lodge • 166 N/A $199-$299 • • • • ; • • Healy Heights Family Cabins • 6 N/A $140-$240 • • • • Kantishna Roadhouse • 32 Package Package • ; • • McKinley Chalet Resort • 300 N/A $199-$349 • • • • ; • • Motel Nord Haven • 28 $84-$89 $147-$173 • • • • • • ; Totem Inn • 37 $90 $130 • • • • • ; • • White Moose Lodge • 15 $90 $110 • • • ; *Price–Per room based on double occupancy excluding taxes. Prices effective at time of printing and subject to change. The 2015 Alaska Vacation Planner does not guarantee the accuracy of these rates. 63 Regionwide What To Do Coldfoot Where To Stay Regionwide COLDFOOT CAMP coldfootcamp.com Your base camp for exploring Alaska’s Brooks Mountain For more information on Far North Range. Great food along the Dalton Highway with simple, clean rooms. Land and air transportation can FAR NORTH FAR communities and activities, see pages 100-101. be arranged from Fairbanks. Activities: flightseeing, What To Do visits to Anaktuvuk Pass and Wiseman, dog sled adventures and Aurora tours. PO Box 81512, WILD ALASKA TRAVEL Fairbanks, AK 99708. 907-474-3500, 866-474-3400. wildalaskatravel.com We specialize in highly personalized Alaska Polar Bear tours, Iditarod tours, and Northern Lights tour packages. Gates Of The Our experiential and authentic small group itineraries are Circle 60 on Reader Service Card designed to exceed your expectations! If polar bears, the Arctic National Iditarod or Northern Lights are on your bucket list, join Deadhorse/ us for the journey of a lifetime. Over 20 years of Alaska Park experience. 855-294-5325. Prudhoe Bay Where To Stay Where To Stay Arctic Coast INIAKUK LAKE WILDERNESS LODGE DEADHORSE CAMP gofarnorth.com deadhorsecamp.com Remote. Exceptional. Unforgettable. Barrow Your first stop in Deadhorse. We provide simple camp- Since 1974. [email protected]. style accommodations consistent with the industrial How To Get Around heritage of the region. We also offer a wide selection What To Do of Arctic Ocean and Dalton Highway gifts, fuel and UIC CAR RENTAL passenger vehicle tire repair. Land transportation ARCTIC WILD - ALASKAN uicalaska.com can be arranged from Fairbanks. PO Box 81512, ADVENTURES WITH LATITUDE ArcticWild.com UIC Car Rental is the only agency at the “top of the Fairbanks, AK 99708. 907-474-3565, 877-474-3565. world” with our office conveniently located near Expertly guided rafting, canoeing, hiking and wildlife the Barrow airport. We are open 7 days days a week What To Do camping trips in Alaska’s arctic wilderness. and offer daily and weekly rates for a variety of vehicles specially equipped for the arctic environment Wiseman including SUVs, van, trucks and mini buses. Call us today at (907) 852-2700 to make your reservation. Where To Stay Where To Stay ARCTIC GETAWAY arcticgetaway.com TUNDRA TOURS INC. tundratoursinc.com Private cabins in the pristine wilderness of Brooks Range above the Arctic Circle, family-operated. Come stay with us at the new Top of the World Hotel to see the midnight sun or experience the northern lights. ` Enjoy the hotel restaurant, Niggivikput,` ‘our place to eat’. Experience Barrow during our Summer Day Tour, an Arctic adventure through the village to the Arctic Western REGIONWIDE • ARCTIC COAST • BROOKS RANGE • WESTERN ARCTIC ARCTIC RANGE • WESTERN • BROOKS COAST • ARCTIC REGIONWIDE Ocean, viewing wildlife & the Iñupiat Eskimo culture. 3060 Eben Hopson Street, Barrow, Alaska. 907-852-3900. Circle 61 on Reader Service Card Toll Free 800-478-8520. [email protected]. Arctic UKPIK’S NEST HOTEL Brooks Range uicalaska.com Kotzebue The Ukpik’s Nest is a dormitory-style hotel setting in Barrow with warm, clean and comfortable rooms. Bettles Where To Stay All amenities to ensure a restful stay are included at an exceptional value and free airport shuttle NULLAGVIK HOTEL Where To Stay nullagvikhotel.com service is provided for hotel guests. Call us today at 907-852-7800 to make your reservation. BETTLES LODGE Experience the Arctic in comfort and style at the Bettleslodge.com Nullagvik Hotel in Kotzebue. Located 26 miles north of the Arctic Circle, the hotel features Landmark fly-in lodge serving the Arctic traveler since fresh design, comfortable guest rooms, modern 1950. Rooms with Jacuzzi® tubs. Aircraft fuel, gift shop, observation and exercise rooms and full-service restaurant, tavern. Wilderness trips, Arctic Circle tours/ restaurant that offers delicious food and fantastic aircraft charters. Contact: Dept. VP, PO Box 27, Bettles, views of the Sound. 907-442-3331. ; AK 99726. (907) 692-5111, FAX (907) 692-5655, Email [email protected].

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For more information on Southwest communities and activities, see pages 100-101. SOUTHWEST How To Get Around ALASKA MARINE HIGHWAY FerryAlaska.com/vp Experience Southwest Alaska on an Alaska state ferry. From wildlife to wilderness, find a place of beauty and rich culture. The Marine Highway is an affordable way to explore ports from Homer and Kodiak to Unalaska/ Circle 59 on Reader Service Card Dutch Harbor on the Aleutian chain. For information and current specials, visit our official state website or call Where To Stay 1-800-642-0066. ; Where To Ask DISCOVER KODIAK kodiak.org Experience Alaska untamed when you go beyond the end of the road. Kodiak is the only place you can see the legendary Kodiak brown bear. Fishing, hiking, biking, kayaking, sightseeing, whale watching, bird watching

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Katmai National Park & Preserve 66 SOUTHWEST SOUTHWEST What To Do Aleutian ANDREW AIRWAYS, INC andrewairways.com Experience Kodiak! Join us on a spectacular 4 hour Islands or all day bear view. Try an all day fishing float trip or a scenic flight see. Let Andrew Airways design a trip from a bear view to a do it yourself cabin or full service Unalaska/Port Of lodge. How about charter fishing, ATV adventures, hotel or B&B assistance. Let us create a true Kodiak Dutch Harbor adventure! 907-487-2566. [email protected]. What To Do Kodiak Island PENINSULA • BRISTOL • ALEUTIAN ISLANDS BAYALASKA • KODIAK ARCHIPELAGO UNALASKA/PORT OF DUTCH HARBOR CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU Where To Stay unalaska.info Come explore! Our Aleutian Island holds many surprises Hotels & Motels and rare opportunities for the adventure traveler, WWII SHELIKOF LODGE history enthusiast, birder and fisherman. Enjoy Unalaska’s shelikoflodgealaska.com cultural museum, Deadliest Catch crab boats, hundreds of eagles, hiking, kayaking and gorgeous scenery. Far Full service hotel located in downtown Kodiak two away from your busy life, sit down and soak up the blocks from the city center. Clean, comfortable, newly Circle 86 on Reader Service Card tranquility of nature and the leisurely pace of Unalaska. refurbished rooms. Great rates $90-$130. Smoking and nonsmoking rooms. Restaurant open daily 6:30 KULIK LODGE AM-9:00 PM offering breakfast, lunch & dinner. Cable kuliklodge.com TV. Shuttle service. Free Wi-Fi. 24-hour desk. 907- Located inside Katmai National Park. Alaska’s premier Bristol Bay 486-4141, FAX 907-486-4116. [email protected]. sportfishing lodge since 1950. Three- to seven- night all-inclusive packages, with daily fly-outs via float Wilderness Lodges • plane for 11 species of fish. Seasonal service June Dillingham Resorts 9-Oct. 6. Rates from $2,950 per person. Contact: Dept. VP, 4125 Aircraft Dr., Anchorage, AK 99502. Where To Stay 907-243-5448, FAX 907-243-0649 or 800-544-0551. BEAVER CREEK BED AND BREAKFAST What To Do dillinghamalaska.com Experience Dillingham’s best! Rooms, cabins, houses, car rentals. [email protected]. Kodiak Archipelago Circle 16 on Reader Service Card Kodiak AYAKULIK ADVENTURES ayakulikadventures.com Where To Stay Six day guided fishing, bear viewing, wildlife photography and nature hiking in the most scenic Circle 105 on Reader Service Card Hotels & Motels remote site on the Ayakulik River, Kodiak Island. BEST WESTERN KODIAK INN Comfortable lodging, outstanding meals, helicopter King Salmon & CONVENTION CENTER transportation & professional guides. At the mouth of kodiakinn.com the Ayakulik River. The best fishing and bear viewing in Alaska! A lifetime experience! 907-486-5999. How To Get Around Kodiak’s leading hotel with downtown harbor view. Single and two beds, mini suites, fitness center, hot tub, courtesy ZACHAR BAY LODGE BRANCH RIVER AIR SERVICE Zacharbay.com branchriverair.com van, cont. breakfast. Chart Room Restaurant/Lounge and catering. In-room fridge, free Wi-Fi, pillowtop beds. “Best In the Bush” float plane service in Southwest Located in Kodiak Bear Refuge offering bear viewing Guest freezer, laundry room and biz center. Reservations: & fishing. 800-693-2333 or [email protected]. Alaska’s Bristol Bay and Alaska Peninsula. Bear viewing, 888-KODIAK4. Email [email protected]. ; flightseeing, fly-out fishing. River rafting, fishing, lodging, charters. Hunting for moose and caribou. Contact PO Bed & Breakfasts What To Do Box 545, King Salmon, Alaska 99613. Call (907) 246- GUARDIAN LANDING SEA HAWK AIR 3437. FAX (907) 248-3837. E-mail: [email protected]. guardianlandingkodiak.com seahawkair.com All-inclusive, affordable, first class accommodations Bears, bears, bears. Want to see a bear, go on a fly-in offering an extensive and unique array of resort-style fishing trip or remote outing? We are Kodiak’s finest amenities. Allergy-free/non-smoking environment, custom floatplane service with years of experience flying multiple bedrooms, shared or private bath, indoor Kodiak Island & Katmai Park. Guided bear viewing, recreation (pool table, darts, etc.), housekeeping, in-room sightseeing, remote fishing trips & outings. Photos and HDTV/DVR, unlimited Wi-Fi, gourmet kitchen & more. info online. 506 Trident Way, Kodiak, AK 99615. For 407-703-3688. [email protected]. top quality adventure call us at 800-770-HAWK. 67 Yukon - Kuskokwim Delta

SOUTHWEST Bethel What To Do GOODNEWS RIVER LODGE goodnewsriverlodge.com Experience remote Alaskan wilderness fishing in comfort without the crowds. As the only full service lodge on the Goodnews River system, you’ll have our outstanding king, silver, sockeye, chum & pink salmon, rainbow trout, sea run Dolly Varden, and grayling fishing all to yourself. Call 800-274-8371 or email info@goodnewsriverlodge. com for rates, specials and availability.

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ACCOMMODATIONS GRID • YUKON - KUSKOKWIM DELTA DELTA - KUSKOKWIM • YUKON GRID ACCOMMODATIONS WHERE Handicap Access TV in Room in Room Phone Hotel/Motel Lodges/Cabins Lodges/Cabins Rentals Vacation Units *Low Season (Generally Oct.-April) Season *High (Generally May-Sept.) AllOpen Year Private Bath Shared Bath Kitchen Room Service Internet Restaurant Cocktails Allowed Pets TO STAY B&B Description information of each of the properties listed can be found on preceding pages under the appropriate city heading. ALASKA PENINSULA KATMAI NATIONAL PARK Alaska’s Katmai Wilderness Lodge • 12 N/A Package • • • Brooks Lodge • 16 N/A Package • ; • • Grosvenor Lodge • 3 N/A Package • • • Katmai Adventure Lodge • 6 Package Package • • • Kulik Lodge • 12 N/A Package • • • KODIAK ARCHIPELAGO KODIAK Best Western Kodiak Inn • 80 $99-$159 $179-$269 • • • • • • • ; • • • Guardian Landing • 5 $90-$110 $110-$135 • • • • • • KODIAK ISLAND Ayakulik Adventures • 6 NA Package • • • Shelikof Lodge • 38 $90 $130 • • • • • • • • *Price–Per room based on double occupancy excluding taxes. Prices effective at time of printing and subject to change. The 2014 Alaska Vacation Planner does not guarantee the accuracy of these rates.

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83 Wilderness Lodges • Resorts BIG BEAR BED & BREAKFAST What To Do AlaskaBigBearBB.com Adventure • Ecotourism Old fashioned Alaska hospitality hosted by lifelong Alaskan retired Home-Ec teacher. Stay in THE ALASKA BOTANICAL GARDEN log home w/unique antiques, Alaska Native art, Alaskabg.org exceptional breakfasts-Alaskan cuisine-wild berry Hardy perennial, herb and alpine rock gardens, specialties. 4 rooms/private baths. Family suite nature trails. Daily tours, gift shop. 907-770-3692. w/TV. Guest living room, WiFi, TV, gardens/pond. $120-$140. 3401 Richmond Ave., Anchorage, AK CHUGACH OUTDOOR CENTER 99508. 907-277-8189. [email protected]. chugachoutdoorcenter.com Best whitewater rafting 1.5 hrs. south of Anchorage. COPPER WHALE INN copperwhale.com 866-277-7238. [email protected].

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85 Sightseeing & Tours, continued Girdwood Day Tours CHUGACH ADVENTURES ANCHORAGE TROLLEY TOURS alaskanrafting.com AnchorageTrolley.com Where To Stay Top day tour on the Glacier Discovery Train. Touch All aboard Anchorage’s favorite city tour. It’s Cabins • Vacation Rentals fun. It’s 1 hour. It’s only $20! 907-276-5603. ice at Spencer. Train, wildlife, glacier combo. ALYESKA ACCOMMODATIONS FLATTOP MOUNTAIN SHUTTLE alyeskaaccommodations.com hike-anchorage-alaska.com At Mt. Alyeska, just 30 minutes south of Anchorage A 30-mile circuit tour of Anchorage and unguided and 15 minutes to Portage or Whittier Tunnel. Offering Copper River mountain hike above it all for $22. 907-279-3334. rooms, condos, romantic cabins & luxury mountain homes with hot tubs. $125 and up/2 nights $225 and SALMON BERRY TOURS Valley & Salmonberrytours.com up. Freezers available. PO Box 1196-VP, Girdwood, AK 99587. 907-783-2000, FAX 907-783-2425, 888-783-2001. SOUTHCENTRAL See Alaska’s beauty through expert local eyes! Our [email protected]. professional guides offer escorted day tours or multi- Wrangell - day adventures, focused on sharing authentic Alaska Bed & Breakfasts experiences in a small group setting. Enjoy glaciers, ALYESKA/GIRDWOOD St. Elias wildlife and mountain vistas around the Anchorage area ACCOMMODATIONS or let us customize an itinerary just for you. 1-907- alyeskagirdwoodaccommodations.net 278-3572. [email protected]. Find the perfect place to stay in beautiful Girdwood. National Park Various Activities Only 30 minutes from Anchorage. 907-222-4858. CARRIAGE HOUSE Chistochina ACCOMMODATIONS thecarriagehousebandb.com Where To Stay Deluxe accommodations: B&B/suite/ chalet. Call 907-783-9464. RED EAGLE LODGE redeaglelodge.net HIDDEN CREEK BED & BREAKFAST Copper Valley deluxe homestead cabins with breakfast. hiddencreekbb.com RV tent sites, great bathhouse. 907-822-5299. Luxury B&B 40 miles from Anchorage. 3 spacious rooms, all the amenities. Hot tub. Gourmet breakfast. Chitina What To Do Where To Stay Birdwatching • Wildlife Viewing Circle 51 on Reader Service Card BEAR SQUARE bearsquare.net Hop on one of our Segways for a guided tour and explore our community. Stop on by for a delicious scoop of our Alaskan made ice cream or try your luck for some real Alaskan gold with our gold panning experience. We also welcome you to come enjoy “The Amazing Trail,” a story on the famous Iditarod race & “Those Amazing Bears,” our amazing come to life Alaskan movies. ; DOWNTOWN BICYCLE RENTAL alaska-bike-rentals.com Bike the Coastal Trail! 100+ bikes of all types. 333 W 4th Ave., Anchorage, AK 99501. 907-279-3334. Circle 114 on Reader Service Card ALASKA WILDLIFE CONSERVATION CENTER Chugiak alaskawildlife.org What To Do View Alaska’s wildlife up close. Mile 79 Seward Hwy. 907-783-2025. [email protected]. ALASKA ART EXPERIENCE alaskaartexperience.com Dining • Nightlife • Shopping Paint the northern lights on a silk scarf. It’s easy - no THE BAKE SHOP artistic skill needed. We meet in a log Alaskan log home thebakeshop.com on a bubbling creek-just 30 minutes from downtown

ANCHORAGE AREA • COPPER RIVER VALLEY & WRANGELL - ST. ELIAS NATIONAL PARK PARK NATIONAL ELIAS & WRANGELL - ST. VALLEY RIVER AREAANCHORAGE • COPPER Restaurant & bakery offers sourdough bread, pancakes; Anchorage. Your three-hour experience includes omelets and sweet rolls. Summer garden dining. ; instructions, supplies and a delicious home-cooked meal. Great for families and friends to enjoy together. Winter Circle 139 on Reader Service Card Go home with a scarf to wear-and a story to tell. GLACIER CITY SNOWMOBILE TOURS GILPATRICK’S HOTEL CHITINA snowtours.net hotelchitina.com Navigate a snowmobile to a glacier and access icebergs Historic 1914 hotel restored & updated, dining/pub, and caves. A blue ice paradise! Girdwood, AK. on the edge of Wrangell-St. Elias National Park. ; 86 SOUTHCENTRAL SOUTHCENTRAL Copper Center Kennicott What To Do MCCARTHY RIVER TOURS Where To Stay Where To Stay & OUTFITTERS raftthewrangells.com COPPER RIVER PRINCESS Raft Alaska’s best rivers in America’s largest WILDERNESS LODGE princesslodges.com wilderness! Single & multi-day trips. 907-544-1077. On a bluff overlooking the Copper and Klutina rivers with spectacular views of the Wrangell-St. Elias mountain range. The lodge features the area’s best The Kenai dining at the restaurant and lounge. Tour desk, gift shop and espresso bar. The lodge borders the largest national park in the U.S., Wrangell-St. Elias, which Anchor Point has 14 peaks over 14,000 ft. Call 800-426-0500.;

Where To Stay COPPER RIVER VALLEY - ST. & WRANGELL ELIAS NATIONAL PARK • THE KENAI Gakona Hotels & Motels ANCHOR RIVER INN What To Do Circle 14 on Reader Service Card anchorriverinn.com COPPER RIVER SALMON CHARTERS KENNICOTT GLACIER LODGE At the most westerly highway point in North America. copperriversalmoncharters.com kennicottlodge.com Motel, restaurant, lounge, stores, fitness and laundry. Experienced King and red salmon guides for over Enjoy the awesome beauty of America’s largest national Close to fishing, camping, volcano viewing. Open 25 years in the beautiful Copper Valley of east park from the comfort of our first-class wilderness lodge. year-round for 50 years. View the Anchor River web Alaska on the Gulkana and Klutina rivers. See Enjoy glacier walks, flightseeing, rafting, alpine hiking, cam at anchorriverinn.com. PO Box 154, Anchor our website for reservation information. Major historic tours, and world-class scenery. Lodge features Point, AK 99556. (907) 235-8531, Toll Free (800) credit cards accepted. Box 222, Gakona, AK 99586. superb dining, spotless rooms, personal service, and a 435-8531. Email: [email protected]. Phone 907-822-3664, FAX 907-822-3696, Toll Free panoramic view. May-Sept. Call 800-582-5128 or email Cabins • Vacation Rentals 888-462-3221. Email: [email protected]. [email protected]. ; BEAR PAW ADVENTURE What To Do BearPawAdventure.com Glennallen Four 1st class log vacation homes on 14-acres - real ST. ELIAS ALPINE GUIDES AK setting & right on top of great adventures. Where To Stay steliasguides.com Glacier hiking, rafting and multi-day adventures Hotels & Motels in Alaska’s largest Nat’l Park: Wrangell-St. Elias. Cooper Landing CARIBOU HOTEL & RESTAURANT caribouhotel.com Lake Louise Where To Stay The hotel is known for cleanliness, friendliness Wilderness Lodges • Resorts & service and offers a restaurant with the most Where To Stay complete menu in the area. Comfortable Sealy® ALASKA HEAVENLY LODGE alaskaheavenly.com beds, warm colors, local wood & furniture make THE POINT LODGE your visit a pleasurable stay. We arrange statewide thepointlodge.com Escape the crowds, relax on our 18 acres of private activities - rafting, fishing, glacier cruises, etc. View property overlooking the Kenai River headwaters and our facility online. 907-822-3302. 24 hours. ; Friendly hospitality, great food, panoramic views. 907-822-5566. [email protected]. the Chugach Mountain Range. We offer first class accommodations for groups of 2-25 people. Enjoy the Wilderness Lodges •Resorts hot tub, sauna, billiards, or just put your feet up by our EVERGREEN LODGE McCarthy stone fireplace! Great for reunions, weddings, fishing alaskaevergreenlodge.com trips. Outside excursions available. 866-595-2012. Evergreen Lodge on Lake Louise, a wilderness Where To Stay lodge with a rustic elegance. 907-822-3250. Wilderness Lodges • Resorts MCCARTHY LODGE & MA JOHNSON’S HOTEL mccarthylodge.com McCarthy Lodge & The Ma Johnson’s Hotel is the only Michelin Guide recommended hotel & restaurant in Wrangell St. Elias. Food & Wine, Bon Appétit and a host of other awards won annually. National Geographic describes us as “Authentic, Sustainable & Memorable.” Celebrate your adventures with the locals at the Golden Saloon, charming hotel, exceptional cuisine & extensive wine list. Experience the unexpected. 907-554-4402. ; Cabins • Vacation Rentals Circle 87 on Reader Service Card KENAI BACKCOUNTRY LODGE KENNICOTT RIVER LODGE & HOSTEL Kenaibackcountrylodge.com/vpn Circle 134 on Reader Service Card kennicottriverlodge.com Boat-in only wilderness lodge on Skilak Lake. Wilderness at our front door in clean comfortable ; cabins with glacier views. 907-554-2329. 800-334-8730. [email protected]. See our ad.

87 Wilderness Lodges * Resorts, continued Homer KENAI PRINCESS WILDERNESS LODGE princesslodges.com Where To Stay Cozy wilderness lodge overlooking the Kenai River. Hotels & Motels Each bungalow-style room features a wood-burning stove, vaulted ceilings and a private porch. Main building ALASKA’S PIONEER INN includes an expansive river-view deck, restaurant, lounge, PioneerInnHomerAK.com tour desk, hot tub, and espresso bar. Call 800-426-0500. ; Homer’s best value and friendliest inn! Charming downtown inn has spotless rooms, private baths, free wifi. Enjoy Homer views in comfort and privacy. Kitchens available. Guesthouse available for large parties. Hosts Rich & Amy are friendly, 24-year Alaskans. Summer rates start at $119. 224 W. Pioneer Ave. SOUTHCENTRAL Circle 82 on Reader Service Card Contact (907) 235-5670. Call direct for better rates. KENAI RIVER TRIPS BAY VIEW INN Alaskarivertrips.com/vpn Rated “Best view in Homer.” Charming historic Float the beautiful Kenai River. Family fun! inn, fireplace, suites & cottage. 907-235-8485. 800-478-4100. [email protected]. See our ad. ; BELUGA LAKE LODGE THE KENAI KENAI THE Fishing belugalakelodge.com ALASKA KENAI FISHING FOR FUN The Beluga Lake Lodge is a quaint, comfortable property akkenaifff.com with an amazing view in the heart of Homer. Our Circle 74 on Reader Service Card clean rooms accommodate a variety of needs & have Experienced Alaskan owner/guide. Families mini-fridge, cable TV, WiFi & 24 hour coffee. On site KENAI RIVERSIDE LODGE welcome! Discounts available. Call 866-495-2194. restaurant & lounge with meeting space, outdoor deck, Kenairiversidelodge.com/vpn laundry & pets OK. Our friendly staff will help you get ALASKAN ANGLING ADVENTURES ; All-inclusive lodge! Fish/raft/hike/relax. alaskananglingadventures.com the most of your Homer visit. Call 888-795-6343. 800-334-8730. [email protected]. See our ad. ; Unforgettable fishing-best water, great guide. Cabins • Vacation Rentals 907-595-3336. [email protected]. ALASKA RIVERS COMPANY alaskariverscompany.com Cozy private riverfront log cabins on spacious grounds. Guided rafting & fishing also. 907-595-1226. Campgrounds • RV Parks KENAI RIVERSIDE CAMPGROUND & RV PARK kenairv.com/vpn On the banks of the Kenai River in Cooper Landing with 30 open, level RV sites; 18 partial hook-ups, 2 pull- through and 10 dry sites. Riverside tent camping; B&B Circle 6 on Reader Service Card rooms; showers; fish cleaning area; dump station. Look for our sign, MP 49.7. Discounts on guided fishing & rafting LAND’S END RESORT trips with overnight stays. 888.KENAIRV, 888-536-2478. Circle 88 on Reader Service Card Lands-end-resort.com KENAI RIVERSIDE FISHING Alaska’s most popular beachfront resort & a favorite What To Do kenairiversidefishing.com/vpn destination among Alaskans for half a century! On the water at the end of Homer Spit. Spectacular views. Guided Kenai River fishing. Top guides. Day/week. ALASKA RIVERS COMPANY ; Walking distance to boat harbor. Custom luxury vacation alaskariverscompany.com 800-478-4100. [email protected]. homes available for rent, 1-3 bedrooms. Land’s End Spa & Raft & fish with the locals! Enjoy our 3 hr scenic float oceanfront hot tub. Full service Chart Room Restaurant or a full day Kenai Canyon excursion with professional & Lounge. Tour desk to arrange recreational activities. Alaskan guides through the Kenai Wildlife Refuge. Halibut Cove 907-235-0400, 1-800-478-0400. ; Suitable for all ages, gear provided. Cabin rentals also. Located at Mile 50 on Sterling Hwy in Cooper Where To Stay OCEAN SHORES Landing, 45 min from Soldotna & Seward, 90 min from OceanShoresAlaska.com Anchorage. Call 1-888-595-1226. ALASKA’S RIDGEWOOD WILDERNESS LODGE, LLC Recommended by The New York Times, Frommer’s, ridgewoodlodge.com Lonely Planet, and TripAdvisor.com. Modern beachfront rooms with one of the best views in Alaska that includes A premier, full-service destination lodge in Halibut Cove mountains, volcanoes, glaciers and tidal pools. Quiet ALASKA with some of the best food in Alaska! residential area with a beautiful private beach yet only FACT 2 blocks to Homer’s downtown shops and art galleries. New restaurant and deck. 800-770-7775. ; CAPITAL: Juneau, Alaska, is the only state capital in the U.S. which has no road access.

88 SOUTHCENTRAL SOUTHCENTRAL Wilderness Lodges • Resorts What To Do Hope HIDEAWAY COVE WILDERNESS LODGE Backcountry Experiences hideawaycovelodge.com What To Do Located within the boundaries of Alaska’s first state park A SEASIDE ADVENTURE, LLC at Halibut Cove, Hideaway Cove Lodge offers in-depth seasideadventure.com HOPE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE exploration and active itineraries. Hike, kayak, explore, Personalized kayak tour in safe protected rich hopealaska.info photograph and fish, all while experiencing the ambiance ecosystem with lifelong AK naturalist. 907-235-6672. Hope - Historic mountain hideaway by the sea. A quiet, and friendly hospitality of one of Alaska’s finest sea-coast Fishing end-of-the-road Hope awaits you. Alaska’s best preserved lodges. All-inclusive packages making planning easy! gold rush town offers exquisite hiking, biking, rafting and 888-503-7160. just plain relaxing. Comfortable lodgings, cafes, art gallery and museum make a great base for discovering the Kenai. Cabins •Vacation Rentals Go brave the crowds, then come back to the quiet Alaska. ALASKA ADVENTURE CABINS Alaskaadventurecabins.com Kasilof Enjoy the privacy of your own deluxe cabin with all THE KENAI the amenities of home overlooking the Homer Spit, glaciers, volcanoes, and the bay. Choose from two cozy Where To Stay log homes, a timber frame lodge, a converted 75’ gulf GALLERY LODGE shrimp boat on land, a converted Pullman rail car, or gallerylodge.com two full size homes, all with incredible views. Property featured on two popular syndicated TV series. On Kasilof River. Privacy and comfort. Open year round. Access to great fishing. Retreats, weddings, meetings, Bed & Breakfasts workshops, getaways. Self-serve breakfast, kitchen, laundry facilities, Wi-Fi. Guided fishing/charters offered. HALCYON HEIGHTS BED Circle 21 on Reader Service Card Military/senior discount. Pets on approval. Major CC AND BREAKFAST/INN ; homerbb.com ACROSS ALASKA ADVENTURES, accepted. 907-229-2999. Email: [email protected]. INLET CHARTERS Sweeping views just 6 minutes from downtown Homer! halibutcharters.com Breakfast on us. Miss your dog? Come pet ours! Alaskan owned for 25 years. Halibut and or salmon Kenai HOMER B&B ASSOCIATION fishing, bear viewing, kayaking & lodging. All your homerbedbreakfast.com favorite Alaskan activities are available with one call. Where To Stay Our experienced staff is ready to be your agent for Hotels & Motels Staying with a member of the Homer Bed and Breakfast adventure at the greatest place on earth. 4287 #7 Association means much more than just a bed for the Homer Spit Rd., Homer. 907 235-6126, 800-770-6126. ASPEN SUITES HOTEL KENAI night. Choose from a variety of accommodations to fit [email protected]. ; aspenhotelsak.com your style. All properties are inspected and approved. Kenai Aspen Suites Hotel is the newest hotel on Enjoy the warm Homer hospitality with days of HOMER JACKPOT HALIBUT DERBY adventures. Rates from $80 to $395, advance booking homerhalibutderby.com Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula. All kitchenette suites recommended. Visit us online. property featuring complimentary wireless internet Visit “The Halibut Fishing Capital of the World” & win throughout the hotel, business E-center, fitness TIMBER BAY BED & BREAKFAST our Jackpot Halibut Derby! This derby is the longest center, guest laundry. Located close to airport, Timber-bay.com running halibut fishing competition, with the biggest shopping and local activities. 10431 Kenai Spur Hwy, payout, in Alaska. The biggest fish wins, but a tagged Kenai, AK 99611. Toll Free 1-866-GUEST4U. ; Located 15 miles east of Homer. Magnificent views fish (like the GCI $50,000 & the Stanley Ford F-150 of the bay, mountains and glaciers. 907-235-3785. tagged fish) can be worth even more. But you can’t win Cabins • Vacation Rentals ; Campgrounds • RV Parks if you don’t have a $10 Derby ticket! 907-235-7740. HERITAGE RV PARK HOMER OCEAN CHARTERS/ alaskaheritagervpark.com OTTER COVE RESORT homerocean.com Beachfront sites on the Homer Spit. 50 amp, WiFi, Bed & Breakfast laundry/showers. Book online or call 907-226-4500. ; Homer AK’s premier halibut, salmon & lingcod fishing- half, full & multiple day trips. Our kayaking in Otter Cove featured on Sarah Palin’s Alaska, guided/rentals. Remote cabins. Water taxi service. Hiking. Custom cruising on our 60ft yacht! Gull Island cruises. Vacation packages. PO Secluded Log Cabins, Guest Rooms Box 2543, Homer, AK 99603. 907-235-6212. [email protected]. Fishing, Hot Tub, Kitchens, WiFi 907-776-5578 • 800-774-5578 Mile 29.7 Kenai Spur Hwy www.DanielsLakeLodge.com

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[email protected]. breezeinn.com Convenience and value at the heart of the small boat Cabins • Vacation Rentals harbor. Across from boat charters and Kenai Fjords Circle 83 on Reader Service Card ANGELS REST ON RESURRECTION BAY National Park cruise tour departures. Restaurant, lounge, angelsrest.com gift shops & espresso bar. Conference & banquet rooms Ninilchik available. Non-smoking and Jacuzzi® rooms available. Waterfront cabins, view rooms & small retreat center, Guest laundry and free wireless service. 907-224-5238. perfect for couples retreats, small groups or families Toll Free 888-224-5237. [email protected]. ; traveling together. Extremely special place. All units have Where To Stay kitchenettes. See grid listing. Open year round. Advance res. highly recommended. 13730 Beach Dr., Lowell AFISHUNT CHARTERS/ALASKAN Point, PO Box 1741, Seward, AK 99664. 907-224-7378. ANGLER RV RESORT & CABINS ; afishunt.com 866-904-7378. [email protected]. 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Circle 79 on Reader Service Card MAJOR MARINE TOURS Circle 70 on Reader Service Card majormarine.com KENAI MAGIC LODGE Awarded the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence kenaimagiclodge.com Award! Visit the majestic Kenai Fjords National Park Custom Alaska fishing & adventure packages on world with a park ranger. Our full-day trips run on high speed famous Kenai River. Specials. 1-888-262-6644. catamarans that take you smoothly to the tidewater glaciers and wildlife of the area. Half-day trips focus Cabins • Vacation Rentals on viewing wildlife and breathtaking scenery. Alaska A CABIN BY THE POND salmon and prime rib meal served fresh onboard so you acabinbythepond.com Circle 30 on Reader Service Card have more time to spend on the water. 800-764-7300. We are located one mile from Soldotna, eleven miles ALASKA SEALIFE CENTER Sightseeing & Tours from Kenai and directly across the street from the famous Alaskasealife.org Kenai River. We have seven beautiful, modern cabins Alaska’s only public aquarium. Alaska marine life, SEAVEY’S IDIDARIDE for rent within walking distance to a public, no-fee SLED DOG TOURS special tours and animal encounters available. IdidaRide.com access area on the Kenai River. We also have Wi-Fi, TV’s with DVD players, ample parking, freezers for Day Cruises Voted “Best Sled Dog Ride and Tour in Alaska.” Visit your catch, a community fire pit, and picnic areas. ; 2013 Iditarod® champion Mitch Seavey’s racing kennel. Experience an exciting 2-mile dog sled ride, tour the Bed & Breakfasts racing kennel, meet the dogs, cuddle adorable husky puppies, and listen to stories from the trail. Open year- ALASKA FISHING LODGE- SOLDOTNA B&B round in Seward and Sterling. Please call 907-224-8607. soldotnalodge.com Email [email protected]. ; Rated #1 on TripAdvisor. Recommended by Alaska Best Places, Alaska Travel Smart. Unique 16-guestroom Soldotna adventure lodge. 300ft on Kenai River. Fine lodging. Professional, quality guides. All-inclusive packages. Where To Stay On-site fish processing. Owners speak German, Japanese. Meeting rooms for off-site meetings. Open all year. 907- Hotels & Motels 262-4779, 877-262-4779. [email protected]. ASPEN HOTEL SOLDOTNA Campgrounds • RV Parks aspenhotelsak.com Circle 24 on Reader Service Card KLONDIKE RV PARK Your perfect catch on the banks of the Kenai River. klondikervpark.com Guestrooms renovated with new furniture in 2012. Lobby, breakfast room renovated & enlarged in 2011. 35 sites, big rig friendly & cottages. 1 block to Kenai River Fridge, microwave, coffee maker, flat screen TV/DVD in & downtown Soldotna. 907-262-6035. rooms. Indoor pool, whirlpool, fitness room, fish freezer in season, guest laundry, business E*center, Wi-Fi. 326 Binkley Circle, Soldotna, AK 99669. 1-866-GUEST4U. ; 91 What To Do What To Do Where To Stay Fishing MICA GUIDES GLACIER Hotels & Motels VIEW ADVENTURES GREAT ALASKA ADVENTURES micaguides.com greatalaska.com Legendary lodge & deluxe camps with world class fishing Glacier trek, ice climb and zipline. All just 2 hours & Alaska’s premier small group wildlife safaris. 25 years from Anchorage. No experience needed. of upscale adventures including salmon & trout fishing, rafting, hiking, kayaking, glaciers, whale watching & Palmer bear viewing at 3 national parks. 800-544-2261. Sightseeing & Tours Where To Stay THE KENAI, ALASKA’S PLAYGROUND Hotels & Motels

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THE KENAI • MAT-SU VALLEY VALLEY • MAT-SU KENAI THE ROSE RIDGE VACATION CHALETS wilderness. Awesome Denali views, wildlife, photography, Denali State Park alaskavacationchalet.com guided day hikes, lodge, backpacking treks, winter Stay in one of our vacation homes with a view! Spacious, activities. Experience a real Alaskan wilderness lodge with Where To Stay modern & clean. Near Palmer. 877-827-7673. real Alaskans! PH 907-733-2163. MT. MCKINLEY PRINCESS What To Do Cabins • Vacation Rentals WILDERNESS LODGE princesslodges.com TALKEETNA CABINS ARKOSE BREWERY TalkeetnaCabins.org Comfort in the heart of the wilderness with one of the arkosebrewery.com most breathtaking views of Mount McKinley. Featuring Visit our tasting room and tour the brewery. 650 E. Steel Come and enjoy the hospitality. Beautiful log cabins an inviting great room with towering wall of windows, Loop. 907-746-BEER. Wir sprechen Deutsch! in downtown Talkeetna. 888-733-9933. three dining venues, espresso bar, tour desk, open air TALKEETNA MAJESTIC & LOFT hot tubs and shuttle to Talkeetna. Rail tour packages also talkeetnamajestic.com available. Open mid-May-mid-Sept. Call 800-426-0500. ; Talkeetna Downtown area, custom log home, 3 bedroom 2 bath What To Do How To Get Around for 7. Loft cabin for 3 with kitchen. 907-733-5900. TRALEIKA DENALI VIEW CABINS ALASKA NATURE GUIDES ALASKA PARK CONNECTION traleika.com Alaskanatureguides.com MOTORCOACH Guided hiking, nature walks, heli-hiking, birding, photo, alaskacoach.com Custom cedar guest cabins with spectacular views backpacking and custom private trips in Denali State Daily deluxe scheduled motorcoach service between of Mt. McKinley. Private baths, kitchens & decks. Park & Talkeetna. See wildlife, pristine wilderness and Anchorage, Seward, Denali and Talkeetna. Our Bed & Breakfasts spectacular Mt. McKinley views with a great naturalist motorcoaches feature comfortable seating, plenty of leg guide. Free local pick up for all trips. We are a certified room, large picture windows and restrooms onboard. DENALI OVERLOOK INN B&B & CABIN eco-tourism company committed to protecting the “We book the Alaska Rail too!” Tour highlights and photo denalioverlookinn.com places we go. 907-733-1237. opportunities are presented along the way. 800-266-8625. Spectacular views of Mt. McKinley & the Alaska Range, from the dining room and Great room & 3 rooms. The perfect place for a wedding or a romantic getaway. 5 Matanuska Glacier rooms and cabin all with private baths. Free WiFi. A hearty full breakfast is included. Mile 8.5 Talkeetna Spur, Where To Stay Talkeetna, Alaska 99676. (907) 733-3555, Toll Free 855-733-3555. [email protected]. SHEEP MOUNTAIN LODGE sheepmountain.com Campgrounds • RV Parks Beautiful log lodge in the mountains. Comfortable TALKEETNA CAMPER PARK guest cabins with private bath and spectacular views. talkeetnacamper.com Full service restaurant with delicious homemade meals, 1/2 mi from downtown Talkeetna. Full & partial espresso and fresh baked goods. Hiking trails, hot tub, hookups, showers, laundry & gift store. 907-733-2693. guided hiking, wildlife viewing, flightseeing, rafting and birding. Located between Palmer and Glennallen. (907) 745-5121. Toll Free 877-645-5121. Talkeetna 92 SOUTHCENTRAL SOUTHCENTRAL What To Do Adventure • Ecotourism Prince DENALI ZIPLINE TOURS denaliziplinetours.com William Sound Soar the boreal forest of Talkeetna on 9 exhilarating ziplines between beautiful spruce and birch trees with a grand finale over a pond. Stunning views of Mt. McKinley Cordova from aerial platforms and bridges, entertaining local guides and interesting terrain make this experience What To Do unforgettable. Office on Main Street Talkeetna. (907) 733-3988 or [email protected].

Circle 23 on Reader Service Card MAT-SU VALLEY • PRINCE WILLIAM SOUND TALKEETNA AIR TAXI FLIES DENALI & MCKINLEY talkeetnaair.com Explore Mt. McKinley and the Alaska Range with one of our magnificent tours and spectacular glacier landings. Discover an ice age world of sculpted peaks and cascading blue icefalls on Alaska’s #1 rated tour. Voted “Best Flying Service” by Alaska Magazine readers - Online specials and web cam. 800-533-2219. [email protected]. Trapper Creek Circle 113 on Reader Service Card Valdez Where To Stay GATE CREEK CABINS Where To Stay gatecreekcabins.com Hotels & Motels Delivering the “Alaska Experience” with all the comforts of home. Open all year with road access 10.5 scenic miles DOWNTOWN B&B INN Circle 45 on Reader Service Card off the Parks Hwy. Large full-furnished 1-4 BR cabins, valdezdowntowninn.com MAHAY’S JET BOAT ADVENTURES full kitchens & baths. Nearby views of Denali. Beautiful Clean, comfortable rooms, private/shared bath, cable TV. Mahaysjetboat.com gardens, stocked trout lakes, wildlife & ATV tours. Laundry facilities available. Excellent location–close to Come experience remote wilderness Alaska. Board Espresso/cold drinks. Winter snowmobile rental & tours. ferry, charters, shops and restaurants. Complimentary a jetboat, see how Dena’ina Indians & early trappers 907-733-1394. breakfast served. May 15 - Sept. 15. Free Wi-Fi. Credit cards accepted. Contact: PO Box 184, Valdez, AK lived & view Mt. McKinley. For true adventure enter ; Devil’s Canyon with Class V whitewater, remaining safe Wasilla 99686. 907-835-2791. 800-478-2791. [email protected]. & dry. Calmer & shorter trips also available, including KEYSTONE HOTEL a trip that will take you on all 3 local rivers-all trips a keystonehotel.com unique & unforgettable experience. 907-733-2223. Where To Stay Downtown, in easy walking distance to ferry terminal Flight Tours Hotels & Motels and shops. Modern rooms at reasonable rates with AGATE INN private baths, cable TV, phones, nonsmoking/smoking, agateinn.com coin-op laundry. Complimentary continental breakfast. Free Internet. Contact: PO Box 2148, Valdez, AK Country-style inn with spacious rooms and reindeer 99686. 888-835-0665. Email: [email protected]. ; on site. 800-770-2290. [email protected]. ; Campgrounds • RV Parks GRAND VIEW INN & SUITES akgrandview.com BEAR CREEK CABINS & RV PARK Located in Wasilla, 79 rooms, great location, views, Bearcreekcabinsrvpark.com pet friendly, Alaskan hospitality. Whether your stay is Full service park, cabins, showers, dump station. business or pleasure, we have a room for you. The Grill, 907-835-2723. [email protected]. ; restaurant & bar on site featuring steaks, burgers, pasta, wings, beer & spirits. Casual fun, karaoke. 907-352-1700. EAGLE’S REST RV PARK & CABINS 1-866-710-ROOM. [email protected]. ; eaglesrestrv.com Full service park with tent area, modern cabins, showers, Bed & Breakfasts laundry, & ticket office for all tours & fishing charters. Circle 57 on Reader Service Card ALPINE ROSE INN Located in downtown Valdez close to shops, grocery alpineroseinn.com & hiking trails. Fish cleaning table & walk in freezer available. Convenience store with gas, diesel, propane, ALASKA ADVICE B&B 5 guest rooms, weddings, retreats, conferences, dump station, touchless car wash & big bay wand wash. meetings. 907-631-3048 [email protected]. 1-800-553-7275. ; Simplify your vacation with the free TM PIONEER RIDGE BED AND TravelAlaska apps for iPhone® and Android BREAKFAST INN pioneerridge.com Cozy Alaskan charm, stunning mountain views, home-cooked breakfast. Call 800-478-7472. 93 What To Do Sightseeing & Tours Adventure • Ecotourism VALDEZ CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU PANGAEA ADVENTURES valdezalaska.org alaskasummer.com Four seasons of splendor make Valdez Alaska’s year-round Guided sea kayaking, whitewater rafting and glacier playground. Amid the majestic Chugach Mountains hiking adventures. Guided trips in Prince William Sound adventures abound; including fishing, kayaking, skiing, and Wrangell-St. Elias National Park. Multi-sport trips glacier/wildlife viewing, rafting, hiking, snowmobiling from one day to two weeks. No experience necessary. & more. Free vacation guide! Even Mother Nature has Ice climbing, glacier kayaking, backpacking, wildlife favorites-See Why-Visit Valdez! VCVB PO Box 1603, tours, kayak rentals and water taxi. PO Box 775, Valdez, Valdez, AK 99686. (907) 835-INFO. #visitvaldez. AK 99686. Phone: 907-835-8442. 800-660-9637. Day Cruises SOUTHCENTRAL Whittier Circle 79 on Reader Service Card What To Do MAJOR MARINE TOURS 26 GLACIER CRUISE/GLACIER QUEST majormarine.com BY PHILLIPS CRUISES & TOURS Awarded the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 26glaciers.com Award! Cruise the calm, protected waters of Prince Explore glaciers, wildlife and pristine wilderness in William Sound with a Chugach Forest Ranger. By Prince William Sound. Narration by US Forest Service high speed catamaran visit Surprise Glacier and pass Rangers. Enjoy a complimentary hot lunch, reserved by a working salmon hatchery, or take a leisurely trip seating and spacious catamarans. No seasickness to Blackstone & Beliot tidewater glaciers. Cruises guarantee! A local favorite, “Best Tour Experience” feature a freshly prepared Alaska salmon and Anchorage Bed & Breakfast Association, TripAdvisor prime rib meal served onboard. 800-764-7300. “Certificate of Excellence.” 907-276-8023. ;

PRINCE WILLIAM SOUND SOUND WILLIAM PRINCE LAZY OTTER CHARTERS INC. Circle 3 on Reader Service Card lazyotter.com STAN STEPHENS GLACIER Best of Prince William Sound from Whittier. Custom & WILDLIFE CRUISES sightseeing, kayaking, water taxi. 800-587-6887. ; stanstephenscruises.com Let Alaskans show you Alaska! Explore the calm waters of Prince William Sound from Valdez. On board we take the time to share with you Columbia or Meares Glacier, exciting wildlife & historical information. Box 1297, Valdez, AK 99686. 907-835-4731, FAX 907-835-3765, Toll Free 866-867-1297. Email: [email protected]. ;

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Visiting Alaska is about meeting incredible people and exploring Kodiak Archipelago Skagway Convention & Visitors Bureau diverse destinations. Listed below are the communities that are Discover Kodiak skagway.com kodiak.org proud to support Alaska’s visitor industry. PO Box 1029 100 Marine Way, Suite 200 Skagway, AK 99840 To receive additional visitor information, contact these communities Kodiak, AK 99615 907-983-2854 907-486-4782 888-762-1898 (message) directly or circle the corresponding community on the Reply Card. 800-789-4782 FAX: 907-983-3854 FAX: 907-486-6545 Come to Alaska — Yakutat Chamber of Commerce Inside Passage yakutatalaska.com we’re expecting you. PO Box 510 Glacier Bay Yakutat, AK 99689 Gustavus Visitors Association gustavusak.com Southern Region Interior PO Box 167 Gustavus, AK 99826 City of Coffman Cove on Alaska Highway Prince of Wales Island 907-697-2454 ccalaska.com Tok Chamber of Commerce TokAlaskaInfo.com Northern Region PO Box 18047 Coffman Cove, AK 99918 Mainstreet Visitor Center Haines Convention & 907-329-2233 PO Box 389 Visitors Bureau FAX: 907-329-2212 Tok, AK 99780 haines.ak.us COMMUNITY INFORMATION 907-883-5775 Ketchikan Visitors Bureau FAX: 907-883-5773 PO Box 530 visit-ketchikan.com Haines, AK 99827 907-766-2234 131 Front Street Fairbanks Area 800-458-3579 Ketchikan, AK 99901 907-225-6166 Explore Fairbanks FAX: 907-766-3155 explorefairbanks.com 800-770-3300 Juneau Convention & FAX: 907-225-4250 101 Dunkel Street, Suite 111 Visitors Bureau Fairbanks, AK 99701 traveljuneau.com Petersburg Chamber of 907-456-5774 Commerce & Visitor 800-327-5774 Visitor Information Center Information Center FAX: 907-459-3757 800 Glacier Avenue, Suite 201 petersburg.org Juneau, AK 99801 Mount McKinley & 907-586-2201 PO Box 649 888-581-2201 Petersburg, AK 99833 Denali National Park FAX: 907-586-6304 907-772-4636 (VIC) 907-772-3646 (C of C) and Preserve Pelican Chamber of Commerce 866-484-4700 Denali Chamber of Commerce pelican.net denalichamber.com PO Box 737 Wrangell Convention Pelican, AK 99832 & Visitors Bureau PO Box 437 907-735-2202 wrangell.com Healy, AK 99743 FAX: 907-735-2258 PO Box 1350 907-683-4636 (message) Wrangell, AK 99929 907-874-2829 Far North 800-367-9745 FAX: 907-874-3785 Western Arctic Nome Convention & Visitors Bureau visitnomealaska.com PO Box 240 Nome, AK 99762 907-443-6555 FAX: 907-443-5832

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Southcentral Homer Chamber of Commerce Soldotna Chamber Prince William Sound homeralaska.org of Commerce Anchorage Area 201 Sterling Highway visitsoldotna.com Cordova Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau Homer, AK 99603 44790 Sterling Highway cordovachamber.com Visit Anchorage 907-235-7740 Soldotna, AK 99669 anchorage.net FAX: 907-235-8766 907-262-9814 PO Box 99 524 W. Fourth Ave. FAX: 907-262-3566 Cordova, AK 99574 Anchorage, AK 99501 Kenai Chamber of Commerce 907-424-7260 907-276-4118 & Visitors Center Mat-Su Valley FAX: 907-424-7259 800-478-1255 (message) visitkenai.com FAX: 907-278-5559 11471 Kenai Spur Highway Mat-Su Convention & Valdez Convention & Kenai, AK 99611 Visitors Bureau Visitors Bureau Girdwood Chamber 907-283-1991 alaskavisit.com valdezalaska.org of Commerce FAX: 907-283-2230 7744 E. Visitors View Court PO Box 1603 girdwoodchamber.com Palmer, AK 99645 Valdez, AK 99686 PO Box 1313 Seward Chamber of Commerce, 907-746-5000 907-835-2984 Girdwood, AK 99587 Conference & Visitors Bureau FAX: 907-746-2688 FAX: 907-835-4845 seward.com The Kenai PO Box 749 Greater Whittier Chamber Seward, AK 99664 of Commerce Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula 907-224-8051 whittieralaskachamber.org kenaipeninsula.org FAX: 907-224-5353 PO Box 607 35571 Kenai Spur Highway Whittier, AK 99693 Soldotna, AK 99669 907-262-5229 800-535-3624 FAX: 907-262-5212

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SC IP . INT FN • . Phone: 907-274-1177; Website: furrondy.net winter festival with over 100city-wide events. (Feb. 27-March of anniversary 8)80th the Fur Rendezvous–Anchorage –SC. Website: icealaska.com a kids’ park. Phone: 907-451-8250; sculpting competition with 180+ sculptures plus – IN.(Feb. 23–March 29)International ice BP World Ice Championship Art –Fairbanks Phone: 907-612-0456 A weekend of regional and international films. Festival Film –Skagway –IP.Skagway (20-22) Phone:art. 907-586-2787; Website: jahc.org 15) Celebrating creativity and wearable works of Wearable Extravaganza Art cordovachamber.com Parade. Phone: 907-424-7260;Website: SuitIceworm, and Iceworm the Race Survival (2-8) Break up winter the blues with Miss visitor information centers for details. celebrated throughout state. the local Check Independence Day visitor information centers for dates and details. sponsor derbies with cash prizes. local Contact Fishing Derbies –STW. Many communities information centers for dates and details. communities visitor sponsor local Contact races. Dog Races Sled Cordova Iceworm Fesitval Iceworm Cordova Website: soldotnachamber.com andSoldotna Kenai. Phone: 907-262-9814; outdoor around activities and carvings ice Winter festival for free to kids celebrate winter Peninsula Winter –SC. –Soldotna Games Phone: 907-747-8120 Russian and Starring Christmas –Sitka –IP. . . . Seasonal Event Seasonal Inside Passage Southcentral Far North Far Interior SEASONAL FEBRUARY JANUARY –STW. (Winter). Many Legend –STW. Fourth of July is publishing atDetermined Time of ND SW STW –Cordova –SC. –Juneau –IP. (14- . . .

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stikinebirding.org Phone: (800) 367-9745; Website: birdsmigratory and with aguest speaker artist. (April 30 -May 3)Celebration of spring and Birding River Stikine Festival –Wrangell –IP. Website: alyeskaresort.com/events-activities costume party, tug of war, music and more. (24-26) Celebrate spring snow-ski competitions, SpringGirdwood –Girdwood –SC. Carnival Website: alaskafolkfest.org workshops, dances. Phone: 907-463-3316; from Alaska (and Performances, beyond). Fest Folk Alaska Website: alaskacenters.gov/ketchikan.cfm Southeast Alaska. Phone: 907-228-6220; and over 100 other birds migratory returning to Annual festival honoring Rufus the Hummingbird Hummingbird Festival –Ketchikan –IP. (3-30) 907-835-2984; Website: valdezalaska.org Extremeraces, Snowmachine Exhibition. Phone: Valdez SnowFest –Valdez –SC.Snow-X, Kiddie 907-235-7740; Website: homeralaska.org dollar awards for top 10fish. Phone: tournament with prizes for entrants and top – Homer –SC.High stakes one-day fishing Homer Winter King Tournament Salmon Website: sleddog.org world.in the Phone: 907-457-MUSH; with unlimited dogs;oldest annual dograce sled Dog Race North ChampionshipOpen American Sled Phone: 907-983-2544 (20-22) Film festival and outdoor events. –Skagway –IP. Bash &Ball Country Back Website: visitnomealaska.com Iditarod Festival Week. Phone: 907-443-6555; Iditarod Week Website: iditarod.com 907-376-5155 x104; Phone: Nome. to Anchorage Start of dogmushing 1,000mile the from race IditarodCeremonial Start -Anchorage -SC. –Fairbanks –IN.(20–22)Sprint race –Nome of –FN.(7-15)End MARCH –Juneau –IP. (6-12) Musicians APRIL

23 22 22 21 16 15 13 7 7 1 283-1991; Website: visitkenai.com Center 10a.m.-5p.m. Saturdays. Phone: 907- 12)Held23 -Sept. at Kenai Visitors &Cultural Kenai Saturday Market –Kenai –SC.(May waters off Sitka Phone: 907-747-6790 30-31) Catch prize-winningthe fish in sparkling Derby –SitkaSitka Salmon –IP. (22-24& Website: seakfair.org excellent beers. Phone: craft 907-766-2476; is an afternoon of liveand food music, local Banquet on Friday Beer Gourmet and Saturday Homebrew Festival & Beer 23rd Annual Great Craft Alaska Website: kodiakchamber.org frivolity. Phone: 907-486-5557; Festival is five daysand food fun, with filled celebration of spring since 1958,Kodiak’s Crab Festival Crab Kodiak –Kodiak –SW. (21-25)A Website: kodiak.org auction. Phone: 907-486-4782; elegant night of chocolate and alive salmon Lover’sChocolate Fling –Kodiak –SW. An 907-235-7740; Website: homeralaska.org thousands. fishwith tagged worth Phone: 15)You- Sept. don’t have just good, to lucky be Jackpot Halibut Derby –Homer –SC.(May 15 907-772-3646; Website: petersburg.org Norwegian Constitution Day. Phone: Petersburg’s celebration of Syttende Mai, the NorwayLittle Festival –Petersburg –IP. (13-17) Website: homeralaska.org Phone: 907-235-7740; birders flock to Homer forthis annual festival. SC. 23rd annual festival. Hundreds of birds and Kachemak Bay Shorebird Festival –Homer – Website: copperrivershorebirdfestival.com millions of shorebirds. Phone: 907-424-7260; celebration of epic the spring migration of – Cordova –SC.(7-10)The25th annual Delta River ShorebirdCopper Festival ketchikanarts.org and Phone: fun. 907-225-2211;Website: music, pieces artists, new by refreshments local IP. Kick –enjoytheseason in style off summer Art Sea ofCelebration The –KetchikanWalk – MAY –Haines –IP. (22-23)

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– Anchorage – SC. – Anchorage AUGUST SEPTEMBER Website: alaskastatefair.org Website: – SC. – Girdwood Fair Girdwood Fungus with all mushroom things (28-30) Celebrate Website: picking. and events workshops, alyeskaresort.com/events-activities (3-6) – IP. – Petersburg Festival Rainforest through celebration world Natural the arts. and exploration education, tongassrainforestfestival.org Website: is – SC. Homer – Homer Homer of Taste this annual culinary and capital Alaska’s these what enjoy to a chance you gives event Phone: offer. to have establishments homeralaska.org 907-235-7740; Website: – Yakutat – IP. Family Family – IP. Fairweather – Yakutat Day Yakutat and competitions food, with fireworks, event yakutatalaska.com Website: prizes. – IN. – Fairbanks Fair State Valley Tanana rides, exhibits, best produce, (7–15) Alaska’s food! and Phone: entertainment vendors, craft tananavalleyfair.org 907-452-3750; Website: Seward Salmon – Seward Derby Silver – SC. vie for all, anglers as for (8-16) A wild event Website: 907-224-8051; Phone: coho. the largest seward.com Arts & – Festival Seafood The Sea” “By market, Farmer’s (9-10) Coffman – IP. Cove fun fireworks, entertainment, vendors, various 907-329-2233; Website: Phone: more. and ccalaska.com/events/arts-festival/ Life Runs Wild Big including running events of (15-16) A weekend 5K. Website: half and marathon, a 49K Ultra, bigwildliferuns.com 27 - – SC. (Aug. – Palmer Fair Alaska State record World event. largest Sept. 7) Alaska’s 907-745-4827; Phone: more. veggies and – Sitka – IP. Seafood – IP. Sitka 6th Annual – Sitka Festival wild and 1) Experience Alaska’s 31-Aug. (July seafood entertainment, through sustainable culinary and delights. education sitkaseafoodfestival.org Website: 28 3 26 1 7 8 9 15 27 31

4th of July/Mount July/Mount 4th of 4 – Girdwood – SC. (3-5) – Girdwood JULY – Seward – SC. It’ crazy. It’s It’s crazy. – Seward – SC. It’ Girdwood Fest Forest Free family fair with Alaska artists, crafts, Alaska with fair family Free Website: entertainers. foods and exotic girdwoodforestfair.com Race Marathon fun! Phone: nonstop It’s insane. seward.com 907-224-8051; Website: – Eskimo-Indian – Fairbanks Olympics World in traditional compete people IN. (15–18) Native Phone: dances. and pageants games, weio.org 907-452-6646; Website: – IN. (15–19) Golden – Fairbanks Days rush history — gold Fairbanks’ Celebrating more! and reenactments, historic parade, 907-452-1105; Website: Phone: fairbankschamber.org/goldendays (22-26) – IP. – Wrangell Bearfest Wrangell music, Symposium, Alaska: bears of Celebrating Bear Anan Observatory workshops, Phone: trips. alaskabearfest.org 800-367-9745; Website: – Soldotna – SC. (25-26) Parade Days Progress progress Soldotna’s celebrating festival and 907-262-9814; Phone: theyears. through soldotnachamber.com Website: – Fair Southeast47th Annual Alaska State live of days 2) Four 30 - Aug. (July – IP. Haines Alaska parade, logging show, exhibits, music, more! much rides and amusement vendors, seakfair.org 907-766-2476; Website: Phone: Blueberry & Gigglefeet Dance Festival Festival 2) Annual 31 - Aug. (July – IP. – Ketchikan dance, fun - music, of 3 days into packed event 907-225-2211; Phone: contests. art, cuisine and ketchikanarts.org Website: 23rd Annual Kluane Chilkat Annual 23rd to – Relay Bike National Kluane along 148.8 miles IP. – Haines the Chilkat and Park Tatshenshini-Alsek Park, 907-766-2455; Eagle Preserve. Phone: Website: kcibr.org Website: – IN. Alaska’s – Fairbanks MidnightFestival Sun entertainment, live with event single-day largest 907-452-8671; Phone: food more! and great downtownfairbanks.com Website: – – Valdez Fest. & Fun ChugachAnnual Kite flying, building, fun kite with all day SC. Family 907-835-2984; Phone: & more. music games, valdezalaska.org Website:

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JUNE – Palmer – SC. (6-8) One of – SC. (6-8) One of – Palmer – Anchorage – SC. Full, half and half and – SC. Full, – Anchorage – Yakutat – IP. (4-6) – IP. – Yakutat Festival Tern Yakutat birding class world festival celebrating Three-day 907-784-3359; 200 species. Phone: over with Website: yakutatalaska.com Website: (5-7 – IP. Salmon – Pelican Derby King Pelican prize; $2,500 1st Derby Salmon & 12-14) King 907-735-2202; Phone: the fish. keep you 8 - July (June – IP. Arts Camp Fine – Sitka Sitka 12-18 students attracts Arts Fine 24) The Camp arts the fine study beyond to and Alaska from visual arts, writing music, dance, theatre, of 907-747-3085; arts. Phone: Native Alaska and fineartscamp.org Website: 907- Phone: - IP. - Skagway Skagway Marathon skagwayMarathon.org 983-3562; Website: – – Valdez Theatre Conference Last Frontier discussions, & panel classes labs, SC. (14-20) Play 907-835-2984; Phone: performances! evening theatreconference.org/ Website: – FN. (19-21) – Nome Festival Midnight Sun Phone: bank robbery. festival, folk Parade, visitnomealaska.com 907-443-6556; Website: – SC. Longest Solstice – Anchorage Summer sunlight. of 22 hours with the summer of day Phone: all day! happen events Community 907-279-5650; Website: anchoragedowntown.org & Half Midnight Marathon Sun Mayor’s Marathon the with summer coincide timed to events relay mayorsmarathon.com Website: solstice. Alaska’s best small-town celebrations complete complete celebrations best small-town Alaska’s 907-745-2880; 5K. Phone: a parade, with palmerchamber.org Website: – Festival Music Summer Sitka 44th Annual world- 26) Showcasing 31 - June (May – IP. Sitka internationally by music chamber classical class 907-747-6774; Phone: musicians. acclaimed sitkamusicfestival.org Website: Pelican.net Website: Colony Days – Haines – IP. IP. – Salmon – Haines Derby King 36th Annual prize get a fish landed largest & 30-31) 20 (23-25 awarded. special are prizes plus 907-766-2490 Phone:

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