Activities Archives - My Alaska Trip

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Hatcher Pass, Alaska – a Gorgeous Destination for Hiking and Adventure

Hatcher Pass is a beautiful area north of Anchorage that needs to be added to your Alaska trip. Hiking, alpine lakes, mining history and more make this mountain area near Palmer a must-visit in the summer or any season.

Activities Travel Planning

Wildlife of Alaska: Best Places to See Each Species

Alaska wildlife is abundant and incredible to see. From humpback whales to moose, puffins to golden eagles, here you'll find all the information on wildlife species to watch for and recommendations on where to see animals in Alaska.

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Activities Interior Alaska National Parks

Denali National Park Off-trail Hiking through the Beautiful Tundra

Off-trail hiking in Denali National Park is one of the most unusual experiences you can have in Alaska. While we're so used to staying on a path, Denali NP encourages exploring your own path through the tundra. See tips for routes, safety and what to expect hiking in Denali NP.

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Activities Anchorage Area

Biking the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail in Anchorage: Beautiful Views and Moose!

Biking the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail in Anchorage is one of the best ways to both enjoy the outdoors AND see wildlife within the city. Here you'll find information on bike routes (with a map), bike rentals and enjoying the coastal trail viewpoints.

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Activities Kenai Peninsula

Alaska SeaLife Center: Seward’s Cool Aquarium with Puffins

The Alaska SeaLife Center in Seward is the only aquarium in Alaska. This is a great place to visit to see puffins, learn about the wildlife in the Gulf of Alaska, and to support the animal hospital on site taking care of otters, seals and more.

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Activities Southeast Alaska

AK History and Alaska Native Culture at the Alaska State Museum, Juneau

The Alaska State Museum in Juneau is a good place to visit to learn some Alaska history and engage with Alaska Native art. Located just outside of the main downtown area, the walk is worth it and it's a great addition to a visit to Juneau.

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Activities Southeast Alaska

Sealaska Heritage Institute: a Great Tlingit Art and Culture Experience in Juneau

The Sealaska Heritage Institute in Juneau, Alaska is a great place to see both modern and antique Tlingit art. With stories and exhibits, the Sealaska Center is a good place to visit with kids when you're in Juneau.

Activities Anchorage Area

The Anchorage Museum: Beautiful Art and Alaska Native Culture

The Anchorage Museum is a great place to experience both Alaskan art and Alaska Native culture. The combination of history, local Alaska art and a Smithsonian collection of Native Alaska exhibits make it an ideal addition to your time in Anchorage.

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Activities Anchorage Area

Visiting the Fascinating Alaska Native Heritage Center in Anchorage

The Alaska Native Heritage Center is a great addition to a trip through Anchorage, AK. Located just outside of town this is an ideal spot to learn about the indigenous peoples of Alaska and see interesting exhibits about current and past Alaska Native cultural practices.

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Activities Travel Planning

Alaska Native or Native Alaskan? There is an important difference!

Being Alaska Native or native Alaskan are different things. When you visit Alaska it's important to take time to learn about the cultures and history of the people of Alaska. See where you can visit to learn about Alaskan indigenous cultures and how you can respectfully visit AK.