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
Discover a cultural heritage still living and thriving today at the only Statewide Alaska Native Cultural Tourism Center in Alaska! Tour the...
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...
Spend your evenings in an exclusive lodge and your days in search of brown bears on the coast of Katmai National Park; renowned for its...
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...
A smaller group makes for a larger wilderness experience! Gastineau Guiding offers travelers fully guided, small group tours to one or more of...
Explore our extensive range of Alaska Train Trips and start dreaming of massive glaciers, majestic mountains and pristine national parks of...
From breathtaking scenic coach tours to the iconic Alaska Rail Road and self-drive packages – we have every option covered to complete your dream...
Experience unobstructed views of the Alaska wilderness from the comfort of a glass-domed railcar as you travel the historic Alaska Railroad route...
Princess® is the #1 Cruise Line in Alaska, with over 50 years' experience in the region. Choose from a variety of itineraries and connect with...
Plan your Alaska journey with the Alaska Railroad. Daily summer departures connecting Anchorage, Denali, Fairbanks, Seward and more; our Alaska...
As a small Alaskan company, ATC creates customized Alaska vacations for independent travelers, couples, families, and small groups. From our home...
Only have a day or two in Anchorage and want to witness the majestic Alaskan brown bears in their natural habitat? Well we've got the tour for...
Remote Lodge with all the Amenities. Gold Panning, Fishing, Kayaking, ATV'ing, Biking, Hiking, Pickleball, Par 3 Golf Hole. Here you’ll be able...
Conveniently located in downtown with 400 rooms & suites. Enjoy delicious cuisine in Northern Latitudes and Red Lantern Steak & Spirits. Other...
Join us on our Denali: Discovery Adventure for a taste of the best of Alaska in the summer. This incredible Alaska, small-group summer tour...
Alaska Adventure Unlimited (AAU) provides summer guided Alaska land tours to individuals and groups of all ages and ability levels. Our 6-14 day...
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 life above the trees ziplining just outside of Denali National Park! Your adventure begins with a three mile trail ride through the...
Take a 25 mile ride from Healy in a comfortable side-by-side (with a full cab and heater) through the wilderness, past the last of the public...
Kenai Princess Wilderness Lodge overlooks the Kenai River in Cooper Landing. Each bungalow-style room features a wood-burning stove, vaulted...
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