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Your Ultimate Guide to Experiencing Anchorage, Alaska in Winter

Winter in Anchorage is lots of fun if you know how to enjoy it and have realistic expectations. We've got the full scoop on what it's actually like in winter and great suggestions for the best things to do when it's so very cold in Anchorage, Alaska in the winter months.
Taylor Family snowshoeing at Tanana Lakes Recreation Area Fairbanks Alaska 1

Packing for an Alaska Winter Trip: 10+ Tips and an Easy Packing List

What to wear on an Alaska winter trip is a big part of planning your visit. I'm not talking about being fashionable, but what to pack for Alaska when you'll be doing outdoor winter activities and exploring. We've put together our best winter packing tips including extreme cold product recommendations for visiting Alaska in the winter.
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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.
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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.
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Winter UTV Tour with Alaska Backcountry Adventures in Palmer

If you want to explore the backcountry in winter, a heated UTV tour is THE way to do it. Alaska Backcountry Adventures in Palmer takes visitors through the frozen Knik River Valley to the face of the Knik Glacier, looking for wildlife the whole way: moose, eagles, Dall sheep and more away this unforgettable day in the snowy wilderness.
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.
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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.
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.
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Visiting the Quirky Santa Claus House and North Pole, Alaska

Visiting North Pole, Alaska doesn't mean going all the way to THE North Pole, but it's a fun little town with Christmas flare and lots of outdoor recreation. Whether you're visiting North Pole in summer or winter, we have great recommendations for things to do and how to add it to your trip.
Reindeer Meet and Greet at Borealis Basecamp Fairbanks Alaska 3

Reindeer Meet & Greet with Basecamp Adventures at Borealis Basecamp

Doing a reindeer meet and great at Basecamp Adventures can be a fun, cut experience if you're visiting Fairbanks with kids. Feeding and petting reindeer, taking selfies and chatting about reindeer make this is fun activity for animal lovers. Located at Borealis Basecamp, Fairbanks AK.