Rob Taylor – My Alaska Trip

Fireweed in Community Garden at Palmer Art and History Museum Palmer Alaska

Most Popular Alaska Summer Activities (South to North)

There are so many great activities and tours to do in Alaska in the summer. We've picked our favorites from rafting or boat tours to flightseeing and bear viewing, arranged by region. See what experiences you want to enjoy when you come to Alaska in the summer.

Exit Glacier from Overlook Trail Kenai Fjords National Park Seward Alaska

How to Visit Exit Glacier in Kenai Fjords National Park, Seward AK

Exit Glacier in Seward, Alaska is one of the most accessible glaciers you can visit, but you can't just drive up to it like you used to be able to. See what the hike is like and suggestions for visiting this part of Kenai Fjords National Park when you come to Seward.

MV Aurora Alaska Marine Highway Ferry arriving in Whittier Alaska

Ferry from Whittier to Valdez, Alaska: Schedule, Fares and Prince William Sound

The ferry from Whittier to Valdez is a great way to experience Prince William Sound, seeing wildlife and glacier ice along the way. See what the Alaska Marine Highway route is like, the schedule and fares for the ferry between Valdez and Whittier and what to expect on board.

View at Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site Chickaloon Alaska

Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site: Things to Do and Camping Info

Located on the Glenn Highway outside of Anchorage, Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site is a great spot to take in the view of one of the most accessible glaciers in Alaska. Hiking, camping and picnics are all a part of visiting Matanuska Glacier State Park (complete info for visiting the glacier too)

Elevation Map at Begich Boggs Chugach National Forest Visitor Center Portage Valley Girdwood Alaska

Portage Valley Visitor Center for Chugach National Forest: interesting, easy activity

A must-stop on the drive from Anchorage to Seward is the Begich Boggs Portage Valley Visitor Center. Located on the Portage Glacier Lake, this is a fun place to learn about the Chugach National Forest, enjoy the scenery and even start a beautiful hike on the Trail of Blue Ice.

Close up on Byron Glacier Portage Valley Girdwood Alaska

Byron Glacier Trail Hiking in Portage Valley Near Anchorage: Easy and Beautiful

The Byron Glacier trail is a great hike to add to your drive from Anchorage to Seward or when you're visiting the Portage Valley. This easy hike can be more adventurous if you have the gear and skills for a glacier walk, but it's also ideal with kids and anyone who wants to add ice caves or beautiful views to their time in Anchorage.

Rainbow Kayaks at Eklutna Lake Chugach State Park Anchorage Area Alaska

10+ Reasons to Visit Alaska in the Fall Season

Visiting Alaska in fall is the best surprise with its fall colors, active wildlife and smaller crowds. This is the overlooked time to visit, exploring Denali National Park and enjoying the changing seasons without a lot of other tourist. Autumn in Alaska is beautiful.

Train Conductor at Sunset on Alaska Railroad on Turnagain Arm Anchorage Area Alaska

Alaska Railroad Trips: Transportation and Sightseeing

The Alaska Railroad is a unique, beautiful option for getting to see a lot of the most visited parts of the state. From Seward to Anchorage to Denali and Fairbanks, see what routes and day trips you can add to your visit to Alaska.

Fly Fishing at Chilkoot Lake State Park Haines Alaska

4 Day Itinerary for Haines, Alaska – Bears, Bald Eagles and Beautiful Views

Haines, Alaska is not just beautiful, but it's really fun too, with lots of wildlife viewing and hiking opportunities. See what you can do with a 4 day plan to explore Haines and even visit Skagway if you want. How to get to Haines, dining and where to stay are all covered too.

Taylor Family hiking on Root Glacier with Kennicott Wilderness Guides in Wrangell St Elias National Park McCarthy Alaska

Root Glacier Guided Hike: Alaska Glacier Tours in Wrangell-St. Elias NP

The Root Glacier guided hike is a great activity when you're in Wrangell-St Elias National Park. Leaving from Kennicott / McCarthy, this glacier walk combines hiking past the Kennecott Mill and beautiful waterfalls to the Root Glacier where you'll put on crampons to explore the blue pools, moulins and glacial ice.

Old Kennicott Copper Mill in Wrangell St Elias National Park McCarthy Alaska

Kennecott Mill Town Tour at Wrangell-St Elias National Park, an Alaska Icon

The Kennecott Mill Town Tour is one of the most sought after trips in Alaska. From McCarthy in Wrangell-St Elias National Park, you visit the mine town of Kennicott to then tour the old, bizarre mill buildings and hear the history of this famous Alaska mining town.

Taylor Family Kayaking Valdez Glacial Lake with Valdez Stay and Play Alaska

Kayaking at Valdez Glacier: a Beautiful Paddle with Waterfalls and Icebergs

Visiting the Valdez Glacier is awesome because it's actually done by kayaking to it. Paddling on the beautiful Valdez Glacier Lake and exploring the face of the blue ice is such a unique, gorgeous experience. See how to do this and add it to your visit to Valdez and Prince William Sound.

The Best Way to See Alaska: cruise, road trip, or expedition boat? (and costs)

What is the best way to see Alaska? A cruise, road trip or small ship expedition are all options and suit different types of visitors. We break down the budget and what each type of visit can include, from included activities to flexibility, money saving tips to epic options for fly-in trips.

Sealaska Center and Downtown Juneau Alaska

Why Visit Juneau: What Makes the Capital City of Alaska so Cool

Is Juneau worth visiting? If you're wondering why to visit Juneau, there are lots of reasons, from the culture to the outdoors, including glaciers and fishing. The whale watching capital of the world, see why else we love visiting Juneau.

Taylor Family at Kennicott River for Whitewater Rafting with McCarthy River Tours McCarthy Alaska

Whitewater Rafting on the Kennicott River and Glacier Lake, McCarthy River Tours

Rafting the Kennicott River in Wrangell-St Elias National Park needs to be a part of visiting McCarthy, Alaska. McCarthy River Tours leads trips on the Kennicott Glacier Lake and then into the whitewater rafting section of the river. See what you can expect and if this is a great fit for your Alaska trip.

Brown Bear at Alaska Wilflife Conservation Center Girdwood Alaska

Visiting the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center: a Fun Animal Sanctuary Visit near Anchorage

Visiting the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center is an easy, fun activity to add to a trip to Anchorage or Seward. An animal sanctuary full of native wildlife species, this is a great activity to ensure you get to see bears and moose in Alaska. See what to expect and how best to explore (on foot or by car?).

Sign at Portage Glacier Cruises on Portage Lake Girdwood Alaska

Portage Glacier Cruises near Anchorage: Is it worth it?

Just an hour from Anchorage, the Portage Glacier sits on a beautiful lake surrounded by waterfalls. See what you can expect on this easy boat tour to one of the most unique glaciers in the Anchorage area. Is it worth it? I think so.

Taylor Family with GoNorth Alaska Rental at Liberty Falls State Recreation Site on Edgerton Highway to McCarthy Alaska

Best Option for Alaska Dirt Roads and Highways: GoNorth Alaska Rental Cars

Rentals cars in Alaska mostly can't go on the unpaved roads and gravel highways, like the McCarthy Road or Denali Highway. If your road trip includes the dirt roads in remote Alaska, GoNorth Alaska is a great option for a rental car that can drive the restricted gravel roads of AK.

Exter of Ma Johnsons Hotel McCarthy Lodge Resort Alaska

The McCarthy Lodge Resort: Vintage, Historic Stays in Wrangell-St Elias NP

The McCarthy Lodge Resort is a collection of historic buildings in McCarthy, Alaska at Wrangell-St Elias National Park, and it's one of the coolest places to stay. Vintage back to early 1900s mining days, the Ma Johnson Hotel and Rose House Hotel are a fun, unique experience to have in remote Alaska.

Alaskan Brown Bear in Russian River Kenai Peninsula Alaska

Where to See Bears in Alaska: Top Spots and Best Times

Seeing bears in Alaska is a bucket list experience for a lot of people, and they're some of the most amazing wildlife to watch. Whether you're planning a trip to Katmai or Lake Clark National Park or if you're driving yourself through Alaska, we have recommendations for where to see bears, when to see them, and guided experiences for the best wildlife viewing and bear safety in Alaska.