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
Princess owns and operates five custom built lodges in the best locations throughout Alaska - Copper River, Kenai, Mt. McKinley, Denali and...
Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge sits on a bluff overlooking the Copper and Klutina rivers with spectacular views of the Wrangell-St. Elias...
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...
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...
K2 Aviation, the Denali flightseeing company, invites you to experience the majestic wonders of Denali, the tallest mountain in North America...
Alaska Silvertip Lodge & Cabins specializes in building customized vacation packages for couples, families, and groups. You choose the adventures...
From breathtaking scenic coach tours to the iconic Alaska Rail Road and self-drive packages – we have every option covered to complete your dream...
Bears, whales, moose, and more -- with Alaska Tour & Travel you can discover and book Alaska’s best wildlife trip packages. You’ll find bear...
Kachemak Bay Wilderness Lodge’s remote location is the Best in Alaska. With five cabins, we generally host 10–14 guests per week with 10–12 staff...
Kenai Princess Wilderness Lodge overlooks the Kenai River in Cooper Landing. Each bungalow-style room features a wood-burning stove, vaulted...
The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC) is located in Portage Valley and is surrounded by the breathtaking Chugach Mountain Range and...
Kenai Backcountry Lodge is a historic property offering travelers a rustic and remote Alaskan experience. Tucked along the shoreline of a glacier...
Sunny Cove Kayaking offers half-day, full-day and multi-day adventures into Resurrection Bay, Fox Island, and Kenai Fjords National Park. Each...
Families, Couples and small groups! Find your Ultimate Adventure-Niche with inclusive packages from Wilderness Place Lodge and The Alaska...
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Alaska Adventure Unlimited (AAU) has provided over 27 years of g uided Alaska land tours to individuals and groups of all ages and ability levels...
Adventure Tours by Train to Spencer Glacier on both southbound trains - Glacier Discovery and Coastal Classic Alaska Railroads. Raft, Kayak &...
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Alaska’s Ridgewood Wilderness Lodge is a premier, full-service destination lodge in Halibut Cove – also the home of the renowned Saltry...
At Go Hike Alaska we offer safe, accessible, world-class guided day hiking, backpacking, and winter experiences throughout Southcentral Alaska...
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