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
Our premier summer offerings are our bear viewing tours at Lake Clark National Park or Katmai National Park. We leave Homer in the mornings and...
Denali Bluffs Hotel and the RiverView at the Denali Bluffs Hotel are nestled into the shoulder of Sugarloaf Mountain with views above the hustle...
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...
Overlooking the mouth of beautiful Kachemak Bay and Cook Inlet, the Homer Baycrest KOA has multiple types of RV sites. Our cabins have a kitchen...
The McKinley Chalet Resort is situated in the heart of the Denali Canyon on the banks of the Nenana River just minutes from the entrance to...
Experience unobstructed views of the Alaska wilderness from the comfort of a glass-domed railcar as you travel the historic Alaska Railroad route...
Denali's must-do outdoor activity! Travel deep into the Alaskan backcountry on your own ATV! Single ATVs and two & six person side-by-side ATVs...
See the world's best lightshow on this one-of-a-kind ecotour. Enjoy unique activities like dogsledding, soaking in hot springs and hiking with...
We've flown thousands of satisfied guests with a perfect safety record since we began in 1982. Fly from Anchorage to Denali or Katmai National...
From breathtaking scenic coach tours to the iconic Alaska Rail Road and self-drive packages – we have every option covered to complete your dream...
Alaska Wildland Adventures operates vacation packages and wilderness lodges on the Kenai Peninsula and in Denali National Park. Our Alaska...
Kennicott Glacier Lodge is located in the center of Wrangell-St. Elias National Park at the National Historic Landmark of the Kennicott Copper...
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...
The Heritage RV Park is located right next to the Homer Spit’s salmon-stocked fishing lagoon. All sites include full hookups; 30/50 amp electric...
All-Inclusive Luxury Accommodation for up to 6 people. Private Boat with Captain and Deckhand Alaska Salmon & Halibut Fishing (Included)...
A collection of full service hotels & inns throughout Alaska & the Yukon, each reflecting the personality of the community it calls home. Each...
See the world's best lightshow on this one-of-a-kind ecotour. Enjoy unique activities like dogsledding, soaking in hot springs and hiking with...
We've hand-picked the participating vendors. Frankly, most of them are personal friends--and we have a vested interest in making sure you have a...
Our lodge is 10 miles outside Fairbanks, away from the city lights for prime aurora viewing in winter. In summer, enjoy hiking and wildlife...
We are the premier provider of wilderness brown bear viewing in Southeast Alaska! Imagine watching bears catch salmon, forage along the beach...
Alaska: AKA Your Next Adventure
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