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
Alaska's ultimate small ship cruise adventures in the beautiful and remote Kenai Fjords National Park and Prince William Sound! We offer all...
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From breathtaking scenic coach tours to the iconic Alaska Rail Road and self-drive packages – we have every option covered to complete your dream...
See it all in one day! Phillips Cruises & Tours operates glaciers & wildlife cruises from Whittier Alaska. Cruise on high-speed catamarans in...
Whether you are interested in glacier hiking, ice climbing, backpacking, packrafting, alpine hikes or adventure packages we will help you plan...
Kenai Riverside Lodge is our original log lodge and cabins surrounded by snow-capped mountains and located on the banks of the upper Kenai River...
Explore Prince William Sound from Valdez with the Local Experts! Our excursions share with travelers Columbia Glacier or Meares Glacier as well...
Discover Alaska's best travel style: small ship cruising. Our seasoned experts will match you with an authentic and immersive cruise that’s best...
Visit the home and kennel of Iditarod musher Mike Santos. Learn what it is like to live with the world’s greatest athletes as you visit with our...
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Enjoy inviting accommodations in the heart of this historic gold rush community. The Inn features 177 spacious and comfortable guest rooms. Enjoy...
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Join Alaska Wildland Adventures for Kenai River rafting and fishing trips based from our Kenai Riverside Lodge in Cooper Landing, Alaska. Our...
Join Alaska Wildland Adventures for Kenai River rafting and fishing trips based from our Kenai Riverside Lodge in Cooper Landing, Alaska. Our...
Kennicott Glacier Lodge is located in the center of Wrangell-St. Elias National Park at the National Historic Landmark of the Kennicott Copper...
"Denali at your doorstep" characterizes Camp Denali, a visitor destination in the heart of Denali National Park. But the lodge is more than a...
The Kenai Riverside Fishing program is your destination for incredible Alaska fishing experiences. Kenai Riverside Fishing is a long-time...
The Alaska Travel Experts for 25 years, Alaska Tour & Travel specializes in custom vacations to Alaska's most spectacular Interior destinations...
Explore Lake Clark National Park in small groups or by the cabin on multi-day adventures. Sailing, paddle boarding, hiking, exploring waterfalls...
Located on the S. boundary of Denali National Park. Pioneer family owned & operated since 1968, with an authentic Alaskan atmosphere along the...
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