Activities – Page 2 – My Alaska Trip

Exterior of the Hammer Museum Haines Alaska 2

The Haines Hammer Museum: One of the Most Unique Museums in Alaska

One of the most unique museums we've been to, the Hammer Museum in Haines is a great addition to a quirky trip through Southeast Alaska. See what you'll find and how to make this a fun stop with kids when you're in Haines, AK.

Taylor Family with Chilkat Tlingit Blankets in Sheldon Haines Museum Haines Alaska 1

Visiting the Haines Sheldon Museum, a Beautiful Tlingit Storytelling Collection

The Haines Sheldon Museum is one of the best museums in Alaska for telling the story of indigenous Tlingit culture and history, including amazing art and artifacts. See what you'll find at this unique, well curated museum in Haines, Alaska.

Log Rolling Competition at Southeast Alaska State Fair in Haines Alaska 4

The Southeast Alaska State Fair: Haines’ Biggest Summer Event

The Southeast Alaska State Fair is one of the best summer events in AK. Happening every July in Haines (and sometimes in the first week of August) the SE AK Fair is full of contests, a carnival, logging / lumberjack games and more.

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.

Winter sauna on Knik River with Adventures by True North AK Palmer Alaska 3

Alaskan Sauna and Cold Plunge Experience on the Knik River in Palmer

Doing an Alaskan sauna and cold plunge in the winter is such a unique and special experience. It may sound crazy to jump in the Knik River when it's 0 degrees outside, but the whole experience is fun, unusual and comes with some great health benefits too. See what our experience was like doing the sauna and cold plunge in Palmer, AK in the winter.

Taylor Family Winter Kayak Tour with Adventures by True North AK Palmer Alaska 16

Winter Kayaking on the Beautiful Knik River: Yes! You Can Kayak a Winter Wonderland!

Cold weather winter kayaking near Anchorage is definitely something you need to plan for when you visit Alaska in the off season. It's a beautiful experience unlike anything you might expect you can do during the limited daylight and extreme cold temperatures. See what to expect and if this kayaking tour is a good option for your Alaska trip.

Taylor Family on chair lift at Skeetawk Ski Resort at Hatcher Pass Palmer Alaska 1

Skiing at Skeetawk Resort, the Small Non-Profit Ski Area in Palmer

The Skeetawk Ski Area in Hatcher Pass is a great addition to visiting Anchorage or Palmer in the winter. Being a non-profit skiing destination for Alaska locals and visitors, this affordable ski day is easy and fun, with onsite rentals and a chill atmosphere.

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!

Taylor Family at Tlingit Exhibit in Southeast Alaska Discovery Center Museum Ketchikan Alaska 4

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

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

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

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.

Rain at Chilkat Tlingit Clan House at Fort William Henry Seward Historic Landmark Haines Alaska 2

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

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

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.

Visiting Chena Hot Springs Rock Pool in Summer Fairbanks Alaska 1

Visit to Chena Hot Springs: Soaking and Adventures in Every Season

Chena Hot Springs is famous in Alaska for being a fun destination to enjoy the natural springs in a beautiful setting. See what you'll find here including the amazing rock pool, indoor pool options and more activities at Chena Hot Springs in any season.

Taylor Family at Tongass Historical Museum Ketchikan Alaska 4

Interesting and Easy Stop into the Tongass Historical Museum in Ketchikan

The Tongass Historical Museum is a great stop when you're in Ketchikan highlighting the Tlingit culture, fishing culture, lumber history and ecosystems of Southeast Alaska. An easy visit, this museum is worth your time when you're in Port or spending a few days in Ketchikan.

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The Beautiful and Fascinating Totem Heritage Center in Ketchikan

The Totem Heritage Center in Ketchikan, Alaska is one of the few places you can find some of the oldest totem poles in existence. From learning about carving and storytelling to the Tlingit practices around raising totem poles, this museum is a great addition to a visit to Ketchikan.

Taylor Family at Morris Thompson Cultural Museum Fairbanks Alaska 1

Easy and Interesting Visit at the Morris Thompson Cultural Center, Fairbanks

When you're in Fairbanks, the Morris Thompson Cultural Center is a must-visit, both for the museum aspect and because it's the visitor center to help with planning your time here. See what you'll find and how to make the most of your visit to this really cool community information center.