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Activities

Alaska is full of incredible things to do, whether you’re traveling on your own or visiting from a cruise ship. If you’re not sure just what to do during your trip to Alaska, we have recommendations for everything from quiet floats on calm rivers to epic deep sea fishing experiences. You’ll never run out of activities when you visit Alaska, so let us help you pick the things to do that are right for you and your traveling party.

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Rafting on Kenai River in Cooper Landing Kenai Peninsula Alaska 1
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Best Kayaking and Paddling Spots on the Kenai Peninsula

Kayaking on the Kenai Peninsula south of Anchorage is so much fun. With beautiful lakes, rivers and bays at Seward and Homer, there are lots of options for getting on the water.
Rainbow Kayaks at Eklutna Lake Chugach State Park Anchorage Area Alaska 3
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Best Kayaking Spots Around Anchorage, Alaska

Kayaking around Anchorage, Alaska means enjoying the rivers, lakes and even arms of the Cook Inlet in the summer. See where to launch and even where you might encounter beluga whales from your kayak in the Anchorage area.
Taylor Family at Tlingit Exhibit in Southeast Alaska Discovery Center Museum Ketchikan Alaska 4
Posted inActivities Southeast Alaska

Ketchikan’s Southeast Alaska Discovery Center: Exceptional Museum Experience

Visiting the Southeast Alaska Discovery Center is a great addition to spending time in Ketchikan. Here you'll be able to learn all about the many environments and ecosystems, as well at the culture of the Tlingit people of Southeast Alaska. This is the perfect place to begin exploring Ketchikan.
Northern Lights Aurora Borealis at Chena Hot Springs Resort Fairbanks Alaska 5
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My FAVORITE Northern Lights Experience: the Chena Aurora Tour

The Chena Aurora Tour is my favorite Northern Lights experience in Fairbanks. See what it's like when you head out on a late night Aurora Borealis adventure from Chena Hot Springs, including northern lights photography tips.
Tlingit Button Blankets at Clan House Presentation at Saxman Native Village Ketchikan Alaska 2
Posted inActivities Southeast Alaska Tours

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.
Visiting the Awesome DIPAC Macaulay Salmon Hatchery in Juneau
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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
Posted inActivities Southeast Alaska

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.
Rain at Chilkat Tlingit Clan House at Fort William Henry Seward Historic Landmark Haines Alaska 2
Posted inActivities Southeast Alaska

A Day at Fort William Henry Seward National Landmark in Beautiful Haines, AK

Visiting Fort William Henry Seward in Haines, Alaska is a part of spending any time in this wonderful small town. Formerly used by the army, this historic district has some beautiful Tlingit art, cool old houses, and offers a great view of the fjord. It's quintessential Southeast Alaska.
Totem Pole on Chilkoot River in Chilkoot Lake State Park Haines Alaska 1
Posted inActivities Southeast Alaska

Chilkoot Lake State Park in Haines: Beautiful Fishing, Kayaking and Bear Viewing

Chilkoot Lake State Park in Haines is a beautiful spot for fishing as well as consistently seeing bears and bald eagles. We have great tips for when and where to watch for brown bears, how to see salmon spawning, watching for eagles and even kayaking recommendations at Chilkoot State Recreation Area.
Beaver Clan House at Totem Bight State Park Ketchikan Alaska 6
Posted inActivities Southeast Alaska

Totem Bight State Park in Ketchikan: Beautiful Tlingit Carvings on the Water

Visiting Totem Bight State Park in Ketchikan is a special experience and worth making happen when you're here. Although it's not located directly in the main town area, it's not difficult to get to and is worth the journey to experience this beautiful Tlingit art and history.

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