When you are traveling in Alaska, you will often find yourself saying: “This is the best!” But, of course, it can’t be true for everything. There are so many wonderful places to hike, adventures to have, and places to eat, it is constantly hard to decide. These 12 places are actually the best places to visit in Alaska in 2018.
- Lost Lake, Kenai Peninsula, South Central
Dan Logan | Flickr This perfect spot feels a million miles away from civilization. Hike here for a picnic or camping trip in the summer months and have a fairytale day in the picturesque mountains.
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- Borealis Basecamp, north of Fairbanks, Interior
Borealis Basecamp | Flickr This vacation destination is new to the Alaska bucket list, but a shining star right from the beginning. Spend the night in a comfortable igloo with a great view of the aurora from your cozy bed!Watch The Aurora From A Cozy Bed At These Unbelievable Igloos In Alaska
- The Little Mermaid, Homer, Kenai Peninsula
Little Mermaid Homer Official Facebook Local ingredients from the sea including seaweed, oysters, crab, clams, scallops and many kinds of fish grace the plates at this seaside eatery. Visit Homer! The sushi is to-die-for. The 23 Places You Should Eat In Alaska In 2017
- Tracy Arm Fjord, Inside Passage, Southeast
Andy Cross | Flickr Cruise through this breathtaking spot past glaciers and vistas for days. You can take a private cruise or the Alaska Ferry System to see it up close. You Must Visit These 18 Awesome Places In Alaska This Winter
- Tangle Lakes Campground, Paxson, Interior
Bureau of Land Management | Flickr Tangle Lakes is arguably the most beautiful campground in Alaska. The peaceful pools lying in glassy stillness and the distant snowy mountains really make it a slice of heaven. Here Are The Most Beautiful Places In Alaska That You Must Visit ASAP
- Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, Portage, South central
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center Official Facebook Visit a wide variety of animals here that are native to Alaska. Some are here for rehabilitation, some animals live here permanently in safety and comfort. Here Are The Most Beautiful Places In Alaska That You Must Visit ASAP
- Ginger, Downtown, Anchorage
ginger official facebook This restaurant has the most amazing fusion cuisine, the best atmosphere, and the nicest service. Head to ginger for your night on the town in 2018 and you can’t go wrong.These 13 Restaurants Are What Alaska Cuisine Is All About
- Pioneer Peak, Palmer, South Central
Cecil Sanders | Flickr Head up the Pioneer Ridge Trail to reach the top. It’s over 6000 feet of elevation and 13 miles one way, but the view is spectacular. The 12 Best Places To Play In Alaska’s Mountains This Winter
- Glacier Bay National Park, Southeast
Héctor Mota | Flickr If you’ve never been, this 3.3 million acre wonderland is strikingly beautiful at every turn. Visit the glaciers for a wilderness adventure trip into a precious part of Alaska and see lots of sea life while you’re at it. The Awe-Inspiring Park In Alaska That Will Leave You Flabbergasted
- Finger Mountain, Dalton Highway, Northern Interior
Mike Juvrud | Flickr The terrain in the north is totally different from the rest of Alaska. The treeless tundra covers a peaceful rolling hill, punctuated by this granite outcroppings. Visit the north for an unforgettable adventure. Get Up Close To The Tundra At This Picturesque Spot in Alaska
- Channel Club, Sitka, Southeast
Channel Club Official Facebook This restaurant i the picture of elegance, with a killer view seaside in Sitka. Take your sweetie here for a romantic dinner and watch the endless Alaskan sunset. Here Are The 14 Most Romantic Restaurants In Alaska And You’re Going To Love Them
- Afognak State Park, Kodiak, Southern
Alaska Region U.S. Fish & Wildlife | Flickr The newest state park is near Kodiak on an emerald island glittering in the sun. It’s on the edge of the world for sure, but if you can make it here, you will find it very hard to leave. This Is The Newest State Park In Alaska And It’s Incredible
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Dan Logan | Flickr
This perfect spot feels a million miles away from civilization. Hike here for a picnic or camping trip in the summer months and have a fairytale day in the picturesque mountains.
12 Unimaginably Beautiful Places In Alaska That You Must See Before You Die
Borealis Basecamp | Flickr
This vacation destination is new to the Alaska bucket list, but a shining star right from the beginning. Spend the night in a comfortable igloo with a great view of the aurora from your cozy bed!Watch The Aurora From A Cozy Bed At These Unbelievable Igloos In Alaska
Little Mermaid Homer Official Facebook
Local ingredients from the sea including seaweed, oysters, crab, clams, scallops and many kinds of fish grace the plates at this seaside eatery. Visit Homer! The sushi is to-die-for. The 23 Places You Should Eat In Alaska In 2017
Andy Cross | Flickr
Cruise through this breathtaking spot past glaciers and vistas for days. You can take a private cruise or the Alaska Ferry System to see it up close. You Must Visit These 18 Awesome Places In Alaska This Winter
Bureau of Land Management | Flickr
Tangle Lakes is arguably the most beautiful campground in Alaska. The peaceful pools lying in glassy stillness and the distant snowy mountains really make it a slice of heaven. Here Are The Most Beautiful Places In Alaska That You Must Visit ASAP
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center Official Facebook
Visit a wide variety of animals here that are native to Alaska. Some are here for rehabilitation, some animals live here permanently in safety and comfort. Here Are The Most Beautiful Places In Alaska That You Must Visit ASAP
ginger official facebook
This restaurant has the most amazing fusion cuisine, the best atmosphere, and the nicest service. Head to ginger for your night on the town in 2018 and you can’t go wrong.These 13 Restaurants Are What Alaska Cuisine Is All About
Cecil Sanders | Flickr
Head up the Pioneer Ridge Trail to reach the top. It’s over 6000 feet of elevation and 13 miles one way, but the view is spectacular. The 12 Best Places To Play In Alaska’s Mountains This Winter
Héctor Mota | Flickr
If you’ve never been, this 3.3 million acre wonderland is strikingly beautiful at every turn. Visit the glaciers for a wilderness adventure trip into a precious part of Alaska and see lots of sea life while you’re at it. The Awe-Inspiring Park In Alaska That Will Leave You Flabbergasted
Mike Juvrud | Flickr
The terrain in the north is totally different from the rest of Alaska. The treeless tundra covers a peaceful rolling hill, punctuated by this granite outcroppings. Visit the north for an unforgettable adventure. Get Up Close To The Tundra At This Picturesque Spot in Alaska
Channel Club Official Facebook
This restaurant i the picture of elegance, with a killer view seaside in Sitka. Take your sweetie here for a romantic dinner and watch the endless Alaskan sunset. Here Are The 14 Most Romantic Restaurants In Alaska And You’re Going To Love Them
Alaska Region U.S. Fish & Wildlife | Flickr
The newest state park is near Kodiak on an emerald island glittering in the sun. It’s on the edge of the world for sure, but if you can make it here, you will find it very hard to leave. This Is The Newest State Park In Alaska And It’s Incredible
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