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
Escape to BlueWater Basecamp, where modern comfort meets Alaska’s untamed beauty. Wake up to woodland views, breathe in the crisp wilderness air...
Established over 50 years ago, Afognak Wilderness Lodge promises an authentic and unforgettable experience in the heart of Alaska's wilderness...
Wrangell Mountain Air has been the leading provider of flight services in Wrangell-St. Elias National Park since 1992. Our base of operations in...
UnCruise defines adventure in Alaska. Moss and moose, thunderous glaciers and tufted puffins—Alaska is full of surprises. The birthplace of...
Turnagain Brewing is your one-stop shop for all things local! Featuring exclusively Alaskan-made music in our tasting room, rotating local art on...
Alaska’s Best Wildlife and Glacier Cruise Since 1978 There’s no telling what magical sights await as you journey up the coast from Seward on one...
Alaska Silvertip Lodge & Cabins specializes in building customized vacation packages for couples, families, and groups. You choose the adventures...
Orca Island Cabins offers Alaska visitors unique yurt accommodations on a private island, and nearby shoreline property in scenic Humpy Cove in...
All inclusive packages: Northern Lights viewing, Arctic Circle crossing, dog sledding, hot springs & ice museum, wildlife viewing & snowshoeing.
Knightly Tours specializes in Alaskan vacations, offering personalized trips that highlight the state's stunning landscapes, wildlife, and rich...
Tutka Bay Lodge is a 4-star property nestled at the head of a rugged nine-mile fjord in the greater Kachemak Bay area near Homer. The lodge sits...
Scenic, diverse Ketchikan is a coastal island located within Alaska's Inside Passage and surrounded by the magnificent Tongass National Forest...
Homer has it all.
Adventure, fishing, flightseeing to relaxing at our spas. For cultural visit the Pratt Museum, or Alaska Islands & Oceans...
Tonglen Lake Lodge is located 7 miles south of the main entrance to Denali National Park in a secluded wilderness setting away from the crowds...
Located 200 miles north of Fairbanks, our tours are all-inclusive which means round trip air transportation from Fairbanks, all meals, lodging...
Conveniently located near Denali National Park entrance & Denali activities. The charm of cabins with the comfort of hotel rooms. Newly refreshed...
Salmon Falls Resort is an intimate full-service resort in Ketchikan, Alaska, situated at the southernmost entrance to Alaska’s iconic Inside...
Kenai Fjords Wilderness Lodge is located on beautiful and remote Fox Island, a world away from the ordinary.
Cabins feature private bathrooms...
A smaller group makes for a larger wilderness experience! Gastineau Guiding offers travelers fully guided, small group tours to one or more of...
Alaska is "The Great Land" and Alaska Active Travel has been providing amazing experiences to travelers to this great land. We are a Travel and...
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