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ULTIMATE ALASKA ROAD TRIP

If you are looking for an adventure-filled getaway that will leave you breathless with excitement, then Alaska is the place to go.

It is known for its rugged, untouched natural beauty, amazing wildlife, incredible mountain and glacier scenery that leaves most visitors speechless.

Use our tips on how to plan your Alaska road trip, to plan the most memorable vacation filled with the best places to visit on an Alaska road trip and things to do in each destination!

Plan your Alaska Road Trip for late May to early September. Alaska is an amazing place to visit during this time. Most of the roads are clear of snow, the daylight hours are long, and most attractions are open since it is peak season.

The best time to see glaciers close-up or witness one of Alaska’s most popular attractions – whales migrating through Cook Inlet – is in the springtime (April to June).

In the fall, you can see Denali bursting with colors. In fact, Alaska is one of the best fall destinations to visit in September.

There are so many options of where you can go on an Alaska land tour and what you want to see that it’s hard not to feel overwhelmed. That being said, here is a list of the best places in Alaska to visit on your next getaway.

ANCHORAGE

You can also take a tour to see an aerial view of Anchorage along with Mt. Denali, Cook Inlet, Prince William Sound, Knik river, and Knik Glacier.

HATCHER PASS

This area is home to some of the most beautiful scenery and wildlife Alaska has to offer.

TURNAGAIN ARM

It is often said to be one of the most scenic areas on earth with crystal clear water, mountains, glaciers, and wildlife all around you.

ARCTIC CIRCLE AND GATES OF THE ARCTIC NATIONAL PARK

The park has many different types of terrain that visitors can explore including mountain ranges, tundra plains, rivers and lakes, ocean coasts, and even lava flows!

ALASKA RAILROAD

The most scenic routes include Denali Star between Anchorage and Fairbanks and Coastal Classic between Anchorage and Seward.

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