The One Bucket List Everyone In Alaska Should Try To Accomplish
By Casea Peterson|Updated on June 11, 2020(Originally published May 26, 2020)
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Casea Peterson grew up archery hunting, fishing, and camping throughout the Pacific Northwest. Motivated by her love for the outdoors she moved to Alaska to attend school and to spend time exploring the last frontier. If she doesn’t have a pen in hand or her nose in a book, she can be found out on a lake or up in the woods around a fire with friends.
There are thousands of things to do in Alaska, from zip-lining through the forest to enjoying a brew at the Alaskan Brewing Co. We understand it’s hard to decide which of the awesome, and seemingly endless, attractions to tackle when you’re here; so, to make it easier on you, we put together this ultimate Alaska bucket list of things you’ve got to do at least once while you’re in Alaska.
Watch world championship sled dog races OR the famous out house races. We don't care as long as you enjoy Fur Rondy at least ONCE while you live in Alaska. It's quite possibly the best festival ever held, and definitely one of the best things to do in Alaska.
If you never make the trip to Denali (something I find hard to imagine) you'll regret it 100%. Some of Alaska's most beautiful sights are witnessed in the shadow of Denali!
It's one of the ultimate Alaskan experiences - trekking in and staying at one of the many Forest Service Cabins around the state. This one is on Peterson Lake.
So what if it takes forever for night to fall? The 4th of July Celebration in Seward is ALWAYS epic and one that you should definitely cross off your list.
Live near Anchorage? Get your butt to the top of Flat Top Mountain. Often called the "most climbed mountain in Alaska." This trail deserves the top spot on your "places to see in Alaska" list!
Speaking of glaciers, since you've already explored around on top of them, it's time to get under them. Go see the nearest ice cave today, you will be stunned into silence.
See all sorts of sights from the comfort of a train car. Enjoy a long or short trip, but at least plan one train ride while you're in the state. Alaska Railroad will help you pursue all of your adventures in Alaska! Book a ticket for anywhere along the rail lines and you won’t be disappointed.
While you're in Alaska, you've got to take the time to go camping in the summer months for a week or so. Experience the long summer days and warm temps while camped out at your favorite spot!
Speaking of camping, you might as well go winter camping, too! Pack a bag and hike into the storm because waking up to feet of fresh new snow is a truly once in a life time experience.
Even if you only drive part of the Alaskan Highway, or all of it on your move up here, you will see some of the coolest sights along the way. You can't beat driving the Alaskan Highway! This is an important item on the Alaska bucket list.
You actually have to cross this off your bucket list twice. Once for visiting during the gorgeous summer months and a second time for visiting during the frosty, winter months. It's so worth the trips.
There is nothing like spending hours out with your friends, bar hoping and meeting other Alaskans like you under the Midnight Sun. Enjoy those brews outside on the back deck under the warm sun... Did we mention it's like 1 am?
Have you been to any of these places? What else would you add to this Alaska bucket list? Is there anything else truly Alaskan that should get a spot? Let us know in the comments below!
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What are the most unique things to do in Alaska?
There are many things you can do here that are hard to find or experience anywhere else in the world. You can gaze at the northern lights, go dog sledding, or climb the tallest mountain in North America. On some of our coldest days you can throw a boiling pot of coffee in the air and watch it turn to snow. We have hoarfrost, where all of our trees become covered in layered ice crystals. And we have a sun that refuses to set all summer long. From world class fishing, to camping with grizzly bears, this entire state is filled with amazing and unique things to do!
What unique tours in Alaska can I take?
Because of this state’s size and the amount of actives it offers, you can find a tour for just about anything. There are grizzly bear viewing tours, ice climbing tours on the top of ancient and stunning glaciers, and even tours through permafrost tunnels. Have a tour guide take you kayaking in our marine life rich Prince William Sound, or hire a guide to take you hiking in the backcountry. Tour our amazing cultural museums all throughout the state, or you can even take a tour through award winning breweries. We have something for everyone!
