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  • Majestic mountains along Southeast Alaska's Inside Passage
    By April Brightman 2 days ago

    Alaska's Wild Island Destination Is The Perfect Off-The-Grid Getaway For Outdoor Adventurers And Art Lovers

    About 20 miles south of Ketchikan is Alaska's only Native American reservation, home to a budding art community, stunning nature, and unique travel experiences.

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  • Hiking group on trail in Anchorage, Alaska
    By Taylor Dixon 5 days ago

    The Dangerous Reason To Avoid Planning A Late Summer Hiking Trip To Anchorage, Alaska

    Wild encounters are part of the appeal when spending time outdoors in Anchorage, but there is an alarming trend that could alter your hiking plans.

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  • A woman paddleboarding on a lake in Alaska
    By April Brightman 20 days ago

    Hidden Outside Anchorage Is Alaska's Valley For A Getaway To Endless Recreation Surrounded By Surreal Beauty

    Just outside of Anchorage is one of the most beautiful and accessible regions of Alaska, where mountains surround pristine glaciers, lakes and rivers.

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  • A kayak going through an ice cave with a mountain ahead
    By Amber Nolan 25 days ago

    Hidden Amid Alaska's Glorious Coastal Mountains Is A City With Gorgeous Glacier Cruising And Pristine Trails

    This small town on Prince William Sound is the perfect alternative to busier Alaskan ports and has remarkable scenery, paddling options, and hiking nearby.

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  • View of Montague Island from the shoreline
    By Jean Chen Smith 25 days ago

    This Remote Island Off Alaska's Southern Coast Is A Dream Spot For Hiking, Fishing, And Mountain Views

    As the second-largest uninhabited island in the United States, visitors to this remote paradise are given a front-row view of Alaska's raw and rugged beauty.

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  • An aerial view of Hope, Alaska on a cloudy day
    By Adela Reyes 26 days ago

    'Alaska's Best-Kept Secret On The Kenai' Is A Perfect Vacation Destination For Uncrowded Outdoor Adventures

    This tiny Alaskan village tucked on Resurrection Creek is a haven for history buffs and outdoor enthusiasts with fly-fishing opportunities and gold rush lore.

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  • Blue ice dripping with water in the Mendenhall Ice Caves
    By Olivia Typaldos 26 days ago

    One Of Alaska's Most Spectacular Hidden Gems Is A Jaw-Dropping Ice Cave Near Juneau

    This brilliant blue natural wonder will have you booking the next flight to America's Last Frontier and strolling across a glacier that is slowly disappearing.

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  • Green and purple aurora borealis above trees Fairbanks Alaska
    By Olivia Typaldos 27 days ago

    This Adventurous Alaskan Destination Is One Of The Best Places On Earth To See The Northern Lights In Fall

    While it's a gateway to many fantastic adventures in the state, this Alaskan city is also one of the world's best places to catch the Northern Lights.

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  • A puffin mural in downtown Seward, Alaska on a sunny day
    By Adela Reyes 1 month ago

    Alaska's 'Mural Capital' Is A Quiet, Scenic Fall Destination Offering Wildlife Cruises And Vibrant Foliage

    This picturesque Alaskan city is an unexpected autumn destination for foliage and whale watching on the doorstep of Kenai Fjords National Park.

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  • Rivers and forest in Fort Yukon, Alaska
    By Tanni Deb 2 months ago

    The Only Place In Alaska To Ever Reach 100 Degrees Is A Thrilling Summer Recreational Paradise

    Escape mainland United States and venture into the Alaskan wilderness for a unique summer retreat with a warm climate, outdoor adventures, and stunning views.

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  • Car driving on the icy Dalton Highway in Alaska
    By David McElhinney 2 months ago

    The Scenic Alaskan Drive That Showcases Stunning Mountain Views Along The Arctic Circle

    There are road trips, and then there is this behemoth of an adventure through the northern Alaskan wilderness that will challenge even the hardiest travelers.

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  • View of Anchorage, Alaska, from Kincaid Park
    By Leslie Veliz 2 months ago

    The Alaska Animal Far Deadlier Than A Grizzly Bear, And How To Avoid A (Possibly Fatal) Encounter

    Grizzly bears are ferocious animals. However, there's another prolific mammal numbered in the 200,000s that you should be more aware of in Alaska.

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  • The town of Haines under a snow-capped mountain
    By Joseph Richard Francis 2 months ago

    'The Adventure Capital Of Alaska' Is A Fjord‑fringed Getaway With Soaring Eagles And Glacier Thrills

    This remote corner of Alaska offers unparalleled wilderness adventures, from glacier tours to eagle watching, in one of the country's wildest frontiers.

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  • The Harding Icefield in Kenai Fjords National Park, Alaska
    By Stephen Hanson 2 months ago

    One Of America's Largest Icefields Is An Alaskan Haven With Otherworldly Trails And Magical Glacial Views

    Walk and hike around this massive icefield in southeastern Alaska that's twice the size of New York City and drains into more than 30 different glaciers.

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  • Houses on wooden stilts on rocky island
    By Rory Buccheri 2 months ago

    Alaska's Forgotten Coastal Village On Stilts Is A Gorgeous Remote Mountainside Wonder

    A coastal village once stood on stilts on a Bering Sea island, until its residents were forced to move to the mainland of Alaska nearly 100 miles away.

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  • Canoe on Yukon River with trees and blue skies
    By Olivia Typaldos 2 months ago

    Alaska's Longest River Is A Vacation Haven For Water Sports Aficionados Surrounded In Otherworldly Beauty

    River runners seeking peak adventure flock to Alaska's mightiest river, where bears and moose roam the shores and cliffs tower 1,000 feet above the water.

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  • Brown bear with a salmon at Katmai National Park
    By Lucy Woods 2 months ago

    Alaska's Underrated National Park Is A Top Brown Bear Viewing Destination With Views Unlike Anywhere In The World

    Thousands of enormous brown bears feed on the sockeye salmon, clams, and dense vegetation in this Alaskan national park with recent volcanic origins.

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  • Lupine in bloom along the trail in Chugach State Park
    By Kristin Conard 2 months ago

    Right Next To Alaska's Largest City Is A Vast State Park Paradise With Spectacular National Park-Caliber Views

    It doesn't take much driving outside of Alaska's largest city to get to the wild. This enormous state park has hundreds of miles of hiking trails and 120 peaks.

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  • view of lake eklutna at chugach state park
    By Sarah Joseph 2 months ago

    Outside Anchorage Is Alaska's Most Visited Mountain Bursting With Scenic Trails And Blueberry Picking

    You may not think of blueberry picking when you think of Alaska, but the state is home to some delicious berries that you can pick for yourself.

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  • Bear standing near lake in mountain landscape
    By Sara Caskey 2 months ago

    This Unexpected State Is The Most Humid In America (And It's Not Florida)

    The most humid state in America isn't Florida or any southern state. This unexpected winner will completely change how you think about climate.

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  • The Bering Glacier as it meets the sea in Alaska
    By Anna Smith 3 months ago

    This Breathtaking Land Bridge Unlike Any Other Is One Of America's Most Remote Destinations

    Before you can experience the raw beauty of this breathtaking natural land bridge, you must make a hefty trip to one of America’s most remote locations.

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  • Three bears at Katmai National Park
    By Mina Elwell 3 months ago

    These 5 Uncrowded US National Parks Are The Best To Spot Wildlife, According To Visitor Reviews

    These incredible national parks have fewer visitors every year despite being some of the best places to spot wildlife in the United States. Find out more.

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  • Whale tail coming up from the water with snowy mountains in the background
    By Brandy Jo Hastings 3 months ago

    America's Least Visited State Is A Destination Full Of Breathtaking Parks, Mountains, And Abundant Wildlife

    America's least-visited state is an outdoor wonderland full of national parks and mountains, and a destination to spot bears, whales and other wildlife.

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  • Little tent against the mountains of North Cascades National Park
    By Mina Elwell 3 months ago

    These Are The Most Underrated National Parks In America (And You Won't Have To Fight Crowds To Get To Your Campsite)

    Finding campsites in popular national parks in the U.S. can be a hassle. Luckily, you can have all the outdoor adventure with fewer crowds in these parks.

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  • Kodiak brown bear walking through river
    By Hannah Saab 3 months ago

    Alaska's Breathtaking Coastal City Is Considered The 'Brown Bear Capital Of The World'

    Head to this Alaskan island to see the "Brown Bear Capital of the World," a remote park beside a breathtaking coastal city where you can see bears roam free.

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  • Winding road mountains through rolling hills in Alaska
    By Olivia Typaldos 3 months ago

    This Scenic Road Trip From Anchorage Has Breathtaking Views Of Alaska's Snow-Doused Backcountry

    Take a scenic trip exploring Alaska’s pristine, wild landscapes while navigating the state’s backcountry roads just a short drive from Anchorage.

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  • Wildlife on Lake Iliamna with Aleutian mountains
    By Jessica Goldman 3 months ago

    Alaska's Largest Lake Is A Mythical Wilderness With World-Class Fishing And Rich Wildlife

    Experience world-class fishing and unforgettable wildlife at this mythical lake in Alaska, which is the largest freshwater body of water in the state.

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