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
Shoemaker Bay Recreation Area is located at 4.5 mile Zimovia Highway. The area features an RV park area along the shoreline with services...
A great Anchorage hotel doesn’t have to be expensive! Free Breakfast, WiFi and 24-hour airport shuttle are included. The Puffin Inn is...
Wrangell is located at the mouth of the Stikine River, the largest river bisecting the Coast Mountains linking Southeast Alaska to interior...
Anchorage brings the perfect balance. Easy to reach but impossible to forget. Modern meeting spaces and timeless natural splendor. Find wild...
Knightly Tours specializes in Alaskan vacations, offering personalized trips that highlight the state's stunning landscapes, wildlife, and rich...
BCW has produced award winning fruit/grape blends since 2004. Our new Glacier Bear Wines are Alaska's leading unblended fruit wine, receiving...
Kenai Fjords Wilderness Lodge is located on beautiful and remote Fox Island, a world away from the ordinary.
Cabins feature private bathrooms...
Conveniently located near Denali National Park entrance & Denali activities. The charm of cabins with the comfort of hotel rooms. Newly refreshed...
Lazy Otter Charters is a family-owned and operated water taxi and sightseeing company based in beautiful Whittier, Alaska. Guests looking for day...
Sockeye Cycle Co. specializes in guided bicycle tours of Alaska, remote areas of Canada's Northern British Columbia, and the Yukon.
At our...
Escape to BlueWater Basecamp, where modern comfort meets Alaska’s untamed beauty. Wake up to woodland views, breathe in the crisp wilderness air...
All inclusive packages: Northern Lights viewing, Arctic Circle crossing, dog sledding, hot springs & ice museum, wildlife viewing & snowshoeing.
Alaskan winters provide a whole new set of unique experiences for visitors from around the world and as an Alaskan owned and operated company...
Alaska’s premier helicopter tour company, open year-round, located by Knik Glacier. Convenient transfers from 15 different hotels throughout...
YOUR GATEWAY TO ALASKA’S UNTAMED BEAUTY Set alongside the Resurrection River, on the edge of Chugach National Forest near the Exit Glacier...
Arctic Dog Adventure Co. offers small-group, ethical dog sledding and eco tours near Fairbanks, Alaska. Mush your own team of AKC-registered...
The City of Unalaska provides a place that's a little quieter, a little less hurried and a lot less like the rest of the world.
Located on...
Established over 50 years ago, Afognak Wilderness Lodge promises an authentic and unforgettable experience in the heart of Alaska's wilderness...
Alaska Rivers Company is one of the longest established outfitters on the Upper Kenai River, providing scenic rafting and guided fishing tours in...
Alaska Silvertip Lodge & Cabins specializes in building customized vacation packages for couples, families, and groups. You choose the adventures...
Alaska: AKA Your Next Adventure
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