Taylor Family Cross Country Skiing at Basecamp Adventures Borealis Basecamp Fairbanks Alaska 4

12 Awesome Things to do in Alaska in the Winter – for visitors

Winter in Alaska means tons of fun things to do that you can't really do any other time of year. We've picked our favorite Alaskan activities for the winter months and ordered them by budget. Take our recommendations to plan your own visit to AK during the most beautiful (and cold) time of year!
Dog Musher at Open North American Championship Dogsled Races Fairbanks Alaska 9

Winter Travel to Alaska: Realistic Planning and Preparation Tips

Planning a trip to Alaska in the winter might seem a little scary, but it's actually a fun adventure and it's difficult to make happen. From dealing with the extreme cold to enjoying the limited daylight hours, we've got great tips to plan for and be prepared to have an unforgettable winter trip to Alaska.
Tlingit Button Blankets at Clan House Presentation at Saxman Native Village Ketchikan Alaska 2

Ketchikan’s Beautiful Tlingit Community: Saxman Native Village

Visiting Ketchikan's Saxman Native Village is one of the best Tlingit cultural experiences in Southeast Alaska. With dancing, storytelling, historic totem poles and master carvers on site, it's a fascinating way to learn about and more deeply appreciate the indigenous cultures of Southeast Alaska.
Taylor Family at Chilkat State Park Beach Haines Alaska 1

Enjoying Chilkat State Park in Beautiful Haines, Alaska

Chilkat State Park in Haines is really beautiful and even has a few wonderful hikes if you have a day to explore the mountains and coastline of the Haines area. See where to find the prettiest peaceful cove and what hike will get you one of the most epic views in the area.
Denali National Park in Winter from Northern Alaska Tour Van 1

Winter Tour to Denali National Park from Fairbanks with Northern Alaska Tours

Doing a tour to Denali National Park from Fairbanks is a great winter visit idea. Having somebody else drive, provide a narrated tour and guide you through wildlife watching in the snow is an unforgettable way to enjoy Alaska's interior in the winter months. Northern Alaska Tour Co provided an exceptional experience, appropriate to all ages.
Visiting the Awesome DIPAC Macaulay Salmon Hatchery in Juneau

Visiting the Awesome DIPAC Macaulay Salmon Hatchery in Juneau

The DIPAC Macaulay Salmon Hatchery in Juneau has one of the most spectacular spawning runs we've ever seen. Check out how you can visit the hatchery and what you'll find from the fish ladder to the exhibits, including off season visitation information.
Chopping Wood at Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show Ketchikan Alaska 1

The Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show – All Ages Fun in Ketchikan

The Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show is one of the most popular things to do in Ketchikan, but is it worth it? We're sharing our opinion of the lumberjack show experience and tips for having a great visit to Ketchikan when you visit the Inside Passage of Alaska.
Black Bear at Herring Cove at Kawanti Adventures Rainforest Sanctuary Ketchikan Alaska 3

Kawanti Adventures Black Bear Express for Wildlife Watching in Ketchikan

Seeing black bears in Ketchikan is a really cool, fun experience with Kawanti Adventures. Yes, the bears are wild, and yes, you're safe when you do it. We've got the full scoop and what to expect doing the Black Bear Express or the Alaska Rainforest Sanctuary with Kawanti Adventures in Ketchikan.
Sunset on Igloos at Borealis Basecamp Fairbanks Alaska 2

Staying at Borealis Basecamp: an Alaska Bucket List Experience

Borealis Basecamp is the ultimate Alaskan winter experience when it comes to mixing luxury with adventures. See what you can expect from staying in an igloo in the snowy mountains while enjoying the Northern Lights, dogsledding, snowshoeing and more.
Taylor Family on Treadwell Mine Tour in Juneau Alaska 4

Juneau’s Treadwell Mine Tour: History with Technology in the Woods

The Treadwell Mine Tour in Juneau is a really unique experience where walking through mine ruins meets augmented reality technology to make an immersive historic walking tour. Learn about one of the largest mines from Gold Rush days and step into the history during your Juneau visit.
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Chum Fun Charters Salmon Fishing in Juneau: the Most Active Fishing Ever

Salmon fishing with Chum Fun Charters in Juneau is one of the most active fishing experiences we've had in Alaska or anywhere else. Shore fishing instead of being out on a boat is very different and it's a great way to add a fishing trip to your time in Juneau without taking the entire day.