Southcentral Alaska Road Trip: Glaciers, Parks, and Wildlife

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waterfalls

lakes

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glaciers

scenic drives

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35 attractions in Alaska: Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, Alyeska Aerial Tram, Virgin Creek Falls Trailhead, and 32 more. Every place is verified on Google Maps, featured in an Instagram post by LISA | California & USA Travel.

Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center

Wildlife refuge

4.6

• See rescued and orphaned Alaskan wildlife

Alyeska Aerial Tram

Place

4.7

• Ride the tram for panoramic views of Turnagain Arm

Virgin Creek Falls Trailhead

Hiking area

4.9

• Explore a beautiful waterfall in the forest

Beluga Point

Landmark

4.7

• Spot beluga whales from the overlook

Bird Point

Scenic spot

4.7

• Enjoy scenic views and wildlife along Turnagain Arm

Turnagain Arm

Natural feature

4.9

• Drive the scenic highway for stunning coastal views

Eklutna Lake

Lake

4.8

• Kayak or bike along the pristine lake

Kenai Fjords National Park

National park

4.9

• Take a cruise to see glaciers, fjords, and marine wildlife

Exit Glacier Trailhead

Hiking area

4.9

• Easy access to view an active glacier

Harding Icefield Trail

Place

5.0

• Hike for panoramic views of the Harding Icefield

Seward Boat Harbor

Marina

4.7

• Base for boat tours and fishing charters

Homer Spit

Place

4.7

• Enjoy shops, restaurants, and fishing on this narrow landform

Kachemak Bay State Park

State park

4.7

• Access trails and wilderness by water taxi

Grewingk Glacier

Natural feature

5.0

• Hike to a scenic glacier lake with icebergs

Katmai National Park and Preserve

National park

4.8

• Famous for its brown bear viewing opportunities

Lake Clark National Park and Preserve

National park

4.7

• Offers wilderness adventures and bear viewing

Portage Pass Trail

Place

• Hike to a stunning glacier lake and view Passage Canal

Portage Lake Overlook

Landmark

4.9

• Offers panoramic views of Portage Lake and its glaciers

Prince William Sound

Natural feature

4.8

• Take a cruise to see glaciers, wildlife, and waterfalls

Worthington Glacier State Recreational Site

State park

4.6

• Accessible glacier with walking trails and scenic viewpoints

Thompson Pass

Natural feature

4.9

• Scenic mountain pass with numerous waterfalls

Bridal Veil Falls

Natural feature

4.9

• Impressive waterfall along the Richardson Highway

Horsetail Falls

Natural feature

4.8

• Scenic waterfall near Valdez

The Solomon Gulch Hatchery

Ranch

4.7

• Observe salmon spawning and local wildlife

Valdez Glacier Lake

Landmark

4.7

• Kayak among icebergs in a glacial lake

Matanuska Glacier Scenic Turnout

Landmark

4.9

• Hike on the largest accessible glacier by car in the US

Hatcher Pass

Park

4.9

• Drive a winding road with stunning mountain views

April Bowl Trailhead

Hiking area

4.9

• Offers alpine hiking with beautiful wildflowers

Independence Mine State Historical Park Visitor Center

Visitor center

4.8

• Explore historic gold mining structures and learn about the past

Knik Glacier Tours

Tourist information center

4.9

• Take a tour to see this massive glacier and its lake

Denali National Park and Preserve

National park

4.8

• Home to North America's tallest peak and abundant wildlife

Horseshoe Lake Trail

Place

4.8

• Easy hike around a scenic lake, often with wildlife sightings

Savage River Loop Trailhead

Hiking area

4.8

• Gentle loop trail with good chances to see caribou and grizzlies

Denali Sled Dog Kennels

Place

4.7

• Watch a demonstration of Denali's sled dogs

Mount Healy Overlook Trail

Place

5.0

• Offers rewarding views of the park on a moderate hike

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