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Plan Your Trip

You can get to Alaska by air, road, or sea, and once you are here you can travel within Alaska by plane, boat, train, car, or motorcoach/bus.

TRAVEL TO ALASKA

Alaska is located northwest of Washington State, and west of Canada's Yukon. At its southernmost, Alaska is just an hour and a half by jet from Seattle, the closest major airport outside the state. Other towns farther north take from three-and-a-half to four hours by jet from Seattle.   Find Out More »

TRAVEL WITHIN ALASKA

Alaska is BIG -- equal to one-fifth the rest of the United States. Getting between our towns can take time. Be sure to look at distance and transportation options between locations when planning your trip.   Find Out More »

 

Alaska Tips
  • Mountains reflect in Tern Lake

    Temperatures

    For complete temperature, climate and weather information for all regions of Alaska visit the Climate & Weather area of the site....

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    Wild Berries Caution

    Until you can identify them yourself or you are with a botanical expert, you probably shouldn't eat any of them. Alaska's trails systems are full of many different kinds of...

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    Hunting Information

    Hunting in Alaska provides the full range of experiences from mountain goats and deer to caribou and bear. It's famous for its huge moose, vast caribou herds, brown bears, Dall...

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    Driving Tips

    If you drive to Alaska, first remember you will have to go through Canada to get here. Therefore, it is a good idea to bring a passport if you have...

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