Alaska is well known for its stunning natural beauty and boasts eight National Parks across the state. In addition to these national parks and preserves, Alaska has an abundance of State Parks scattered across the state as well. Now, I understand that 'State Park' might not have the same ring as 'National Park'. You don't want to overlook these state parks during your next trip. Being as big as it is, [...]
Alaska is made up of millions of acres set aside for public use.(Forest Service) And there is no shortage of ethereal and connective experiences out here. However, many locations are very remote and require extensive transportation planning just to reach them. Some road stretches in Alaska offer this amazing experience without the logistical hassle. All from traveling down a well-established highway. One of our favorites: The Seward Highway. [...]
Big Destinations for Large Groups For such a large state, some people decide to travel around Alaska in a large group. It makes sense: many people have never been there, and it has vast wilderness many have never seen. Therefore, traveling in a large group can be a great idea. However, to keep things running smoothly, you should be prepared and organized. Being prepared is very important when traveling [...]
Hiking the Gold Mint Trail Hatcher’s Pass offers many hiking opportunities. Its varied terrain and access to the backcountry of the Talkeetna Mountains will have you yearning for more with each visit. Some days offer an abundance of time and resources, while others leave you with only an afternoon to spare. On a summer day in the Mat-Su Valley, we chose to keep the logistics simple and set out [...]
