Home to hundreds of sky-high mountains, impressive glaciers, Arctic coastlines, and some of the best wildlife opportunities in the United States.
Aside from its nighttime light displays and arctic adventures, Fairbanks has many more to offer visitors regarding culture.
Visiting Katmai is something that needs to be on everyone’s Alaska bucket list. You’ll be able to witness hundreds of bears gathering at the park’s Brook River.
Must-dos while in the city include checking out the Anchorage Museum, the Alaska Zoo, the Alaska Native Heritage Center, and the Alaska Aviation Museum.
To top it off, the city is dotted with gorgeous historical buildings from the 1900s, making the entire scenery feel like it belongs in a painting.
Hiking, fishing, rafting, and biking are favorite activities here, especially when you consider you’ll get access to tons of wildlife sighting opportunities.
Visit the Mine State Historical Park to see mining buildings and equipment or ride the 22-mile trail to see old mining buildings in the mountains!