Alaska's Five Regions
Alaska is a land of superlatives and adventure. The Great Land consists of five distinct regions: Inside Passage, Southcentral, Interior, Arctic, and Southwest. Click through for information on what makes each region unique, regional weather, sub-regions, and Alaska maps.
ARCTIC
The Arctic is one of Alaska’s most remote and diverse regions, filled with cultural opportunities, unique wildlife, and a landscape ranging from the Arctic coastline to broad stretches of tundra.
INSIDE PASSAGE
Shaped by the staggering force of massive glaciers millions of years ago, Alaska’s Inside Passage stretches 500 miles along the Pacific Ocean and boasts wildlife-filled fjords, tidewater glaciers, and lush island scenery.
INTERIOR
In Alaska’s heartland, you’ll see the continent’s tallest peak, Denali, and wide expanses of tundra. The forests are teeming with wildlife ranging from the formidable grizzly bear to large herds of caribou to the state bird - the willow ptarmigan.
SOUTHCENTRAL
Traditional lands of the Athabascan people, Southcentral Alaska is home to more than half the state's total population and Anchorage, the state's largest city.
SOUTHWEST
For those with a sense of adventure and a naturalist streak, few places on earth compare with the wonders of Southwest Alaska. Brown bears gather in large numbers to feed on salmon and more than 240 bird species inhabit the area’s wetlands and coastline.
Plan Your Trip
Join us for a day of fly-in bear viewing, safely observing grizzlies foraging sedge grass, salmon, and more (depending on the season) in remote...
Nova has almost 50 years’ experience operating in Alaska and truly offers the full gamut of river and glacier trips. Enjoy the perfect half-day...
Come explore the Talkeetna Mountains and try your luck gold panning with us! Operating on over 500,000 acres, Hatcher Pass ATV Tours is located...
Discover a cultural heritage still living and thriving today at the only Statewide Alaska Native Cultural Tourism Center in Alaska! Tour the...
Alaska Sundog Guides extend a unique experience that takes you deep into the Alaskan wilderness. Each adventure tour begins with a helicopter...
THE BEST OF ALASKA AND THE YUKON.
Holland America Line gives you two incredible ways to experience Alaska's incredible interior. Choose one of...
Above & Beyond Alaska (ABAK) has been organizing small group adventures in the Juneau area for over 21 years. Our commitment is unwavering — we...
On a soaring bluff just minutes from downtown Homer, you’ll find the most unique and comfortable lodging in Alaska. Clustered along the cliff’s...
SEWARD LODGING Discover the perfect blend of comfort and adventure at our Seward lodgings, where breathtaking views meet unparalleled hospitality...
Alaska Wildland Adventures operates vacation packages and wilderness lodges on the Kenai Peninsula and in Denali National Park. Our Alaska...
Fly with the original flightseeing company in Denali for your best odds of seeing The Mountain while circling it "face to face." Passengers on...
Kennicott Glacier Lodge is located in the center of Wrangell-St. Elias National Park at the National Historic Landmark of the Kennicott Copper...
Family-owned and operated since 1963, Rust's Flying Service will fly you to some of the most pristine wilderness Alaska has to offer. With an...
Experience unobstructed views of the Alaska wilderness from the comfort of a glass-domed railcar as you travel the historic Alaska Railroad route...
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Alaska Native owned and operated family friendly campground, RV Park and cabins. Offering full hook-up sites, pull-thru sites, tent camping and...
Is there anything more iconic to Alaska than the mighty brown bear? Here's your chance to see these amazing creatures in the wild. Through Alaska...
The heritage of Talkeetna Air Taxi reaches back to the early flying days of Alaska. Over 50 years later, we continue to lead the way in exploring...
Explore Prince William Sound from Valdez with the Local Experts! Our excursions share with travelers Columbia Glacier or Meares Glacier as well...
Alaska's wild beauty, abundant wildlife and colorful culture offer great appeal to those looking to travel off the beaten track on a self drive...
Alaska: AKA Your Next Adventure
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