Alaska
South Central Region
By air, land or sea, South Central Alaska is easily accessible to all. More than half of Alaska’s residents live in this region of spectacular glaciers, fjords, roadside lakes, salmon streams and ocean beaches. The area encompasses farmlands, fishing communities, national parklands, ski resorts and a metropolitan city.
Known as the ‘City of Lights’ in winter and the ‘City of Flowers’ in summer, Alaska’s largest city, Anchorage, comes with all the cultural amenities and activities one would expect from a metropolitan hub, except this one is surrounded by breathtaking wilderness. Journey south and discover the Kenai Peninsula, a scenic jewel and fishing paradise. Visit the quaint seaside communities of Seward or Homer and experience Kenai Fjords National Park. Wrangell-St.Elias National Park to the West contains nine of the 16 highest peaks in the U.S. The Matanuska-Susitna Valley consists of fertile farmland against the majestic backdrop of the Chugach Mountains – they really do grow giant vegetables.
Southwest Alaska
The panorama of Southwest Alaska ranges from the windy grasslands of the Aleutian Islands, the longest archipelago in the world sweeping 1,000 miles westward into the Pacific Ocean, to the surreal volcanic landscape of the Katmai National Park to the emerald green island of Kodiak to the unsurpassed bird populations of the Pribilof Islands. Southwest is rich with culture, history and wildlife.
Both Yupik Eskimo and Aleut traditions blanket Southwest communities. Visual displays of the Russian era can be found as well as World War II historical landmarks. Southwest Alaska boasts wildlife opportunities for the true naturalist. The Pribilof Islands in the Bering Sea are home to 230 species of birds. Kodiak Island is home to a healthy population of Kodiak brown bears, the world’s largest carnivorous land mammals. On the mainland, thousands of brown and black bears congregate at McNeil River and Brooks River falls to gorge on summer salmon.
Inside Passage
Carved by glaciers and blanketed with majestic hemlock and spruce, Alaska’s Inside Passage is a region of pristine water, snow capped mountains, deep fjords and forested islands. With its mild, maritime climate, this area is prime habitat for bald eagles, sea lions, porpoise and whales. Much of the southern panhandle is part of the Tongass National Forest, a 16.8 million acre rainforest. Glacier Bay National park has 16 active tidewater glaciers and Misty Fiords National Monument near Ketchikan has 3,000-foot cliffs rising directly from pristine ocean channels.
The picturesque coastal communities are rich in history. Russian influence is well preserved in churches and other historical structures. The Gold Rush era comes to life throughout the Inside Passage and offers fascinating opportunities to learn and explore the past. The Native cultures of Tlingit, Haida and Tsimshian Indians dominate this area. Ancient totem poles are abundant in many communities and the art of totem carving is preserved along with traditional dance and music
Interior
In the heartland of Alaska, you’ll find some of the state’s most impressive natural wonders and a wealth of culture and history. The Yukon River courses nearly 2,000 miles across Interior Alaska. Mt. McKinley, the highest mountain in North America, is surrounded by Denali National Park and Preserve. This area boasts spectacular mountain vistas, berry-laden tundra and an abundance of wildlife including caribou, moose, Dall sheep and grizzly bear.
In the heart of the region is Fairbanks, Alaska’s second largest city. Born out of the gold rush era, historical opportunities transport you back to a rustic Alaska filled with colorful facts and fiction. The Athabascan Indian culture of Interior Alaska is rich with tradition as seen in their music, dance and beautiful beadwork. Summer brings up to 20 hours of daylight and winter one of the best locations on earth for viewing the Northern Lights.
Northern Region
Above the Yukon River, beyond the vast Brooks Range, the summer tundra unrolls a carpet of delicate wildflowers to meet the Arctic coast. This is the home of the Inupiat Eskimos, the land of Northern Lights and the Midnight Sun. Traditional Eskimo lifestyle, modern oil field technology and immense herds of wild caribou coexist in an environment that is spectacular wilderness. Migratory birds and marine mammals abound and some of America’s finest wilderness parklands are found in this area.
Alaska’s two largest Eskimo communities, Kotzebue and Barrow, and gold rush historic Nome, are the major towns in this region. The only road access into the Far North is the Dalton Highway, a gravel service road that links the North Slope oil facilities to the state’s public highway systems. Access to the rest of the area is via commercial or charter air service
Courtesy of the State of Alsaka Travel Industry Association
Photo 1 Courtesy of the State of Alaska Travel Industry Association
Photo 2 Courtesy of the State of Alaska Travel Industry Association
Photo 3 Courtesy of the State of Alaska Travel Industry Association
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