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
At Go Hike Alaska we offer safe, accessible, world-class guided day hiking, backpacking, and winter experiences throughout Southcentral Alaska...
Bundle the best of off-grid Alaska featuring our top-reviewed inclusive fly-in river lodge, Wilderness Place Lodge. We offer top-level service...
Flightsee around Denali, North America's tallest peak, and land at base camp. Walk on Alaska's largest road accessible glacier. Mush a team of...
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...
SEWARD LODGING Discover the perfect blend of comfort and adventure at our Seward lodgings, where breathtaking views meet unparalleled hospitality...
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...
Explore our extensive range of Alaska Train Trips and start dreaming of massive glaciers, majestic mountains and pristine national parks of...
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...
Come with Glacier Jet Ski Adventures on a once in a lifetime Alaskan glacier viewing adventure and experience the untamed beauty of Prince...
Plan your Alaska journey with a true Alaska icon: the Alaska Railroad has been connecting the Last Frontier since 1923. Daily summer departures...
PRINCE WILLIAM SOUND, Fast becoming one of the most exciting cruise destinations in the world. With over 100 named glaciers throughout the Sound...
The mineral-rich waters of Prince William Sound are fed by a 1,000 year-long conveyor belt. Near the small coastal fishing town of Cordova Alaska...
Experience giant, blue-ice glaciers up-close. Find once-in-a-lifetime adventure away from the crowds. The highlight of your Alaska vacation...
Homer has it all.
Adventure, fishing, flightseeing to relaxing at our spas. For cultural visit the Pratt Museum, or Alaska Islands & Oceans...
Traveling to Alaska is more than a vacation; it’s an emotional journey into untouched natural beauty and wild places that will stay with you...
Alaska Silvertip Lodge and Cabins is the perfect home base for your fishing and sightseeing adventures on the Kenai Peninsula. Our 6 cabins are...
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...
Top-Reviewed All-Inclusive Alaska fishing lodge and Bundles Adventures! Trip Option #1. Wilderness Place Lodge Fishing-Focused & River Experience...
Alaska: AKA Your Next Adventure
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