Take a drive around Alaska and capture some amazing shots at these 7 locations that look great through a lens. If you like to photograph scenery then you’re in luck because Alaska offers quite a lot and it’s always breathtaking. For those of you who like action shots or taking pictures of people and towns there are a few places on this list for you too. Check out these seven best places to take pictures in Alaska for the photographer in you!

1) Matanuska Valley
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The Matanuska Valley is an excellent place to drive through any time of year for those once in a lifetime shots. Alaska.org has a great list of scenic day drives in the valley.
2) Seward Highway
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The highway from Anchorage to Seward is just long enough for a day trip and jam packed with photo ops the entire way. Potter Marsh has some great spots for picture taking, right outside Anchorage on the Seward Highway. The Seward Highway passes through some of the most beautiful places in Alaska!
3) The Homer Spit
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Going down to Homer for some awesome photography is a great idea. The town is quaint and great for those perfectly placed shots behind the viewfinder. The Driftwood Inn has a great article about beautiful spots you’ll want to photograph on the Homer Spit. This iconic place is one of the most scenic spots in Alaska.

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4) Aialik Bay
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Whether you're on land or on water, Aialik Bay is a photographers paradise! Liquid Adventures will take you right out to Aialik Glacier.
5) Sitka Totem Park
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Capture some great shots of Alaska's history at the Sitka Totem Park. The National Park Service has some great information about this beautiful park.
6) Skolai Pass
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Skolai Pass will provide you with endless wildlife opportunities and excellent views of Wrangell St. Elias National Park. You can fly in and hike this jaw droopingly beautiful area with St. Elias Alpine Guides. Hiking around Skolai Pass is one of the most fun outdoor adventures in Alaska.
7) Brooks Falls
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Does this picture not explain why you should go to Brooks Falls for a photo shoot? Bears EVERYWHERE. You can even watch their bear cam live right at this very minute!

Our entire state is pretty much a photographer’s paradise! Are there any other best places to take pictures in Alaska? Where’s a fantastic place to take a photo that we haven’t mentioned? Let us know in the comments below!

If you’re looking for more scenic spots in Alaska, here are 12 Unimaginably Beautiful Places In Alaska That You Must See Before You Die.

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What are the most popular pictures to take in Alaska?

The tallest mountain in North America, Denali, is the most photographed mountain in Alaska.  If you’re taking a trip through the state and you head by Denali National Park, this is one stop that many people love to take to get a photo of this incredible mountain! Many visitors also try to capture our elusive northern lights. Harder to photograph, it’s still one of the most sought after photos many people try to take in our beautiful state.

Are there are a lot of great photographs of Alaska?

Absolutely! Artists of all kind, including photographers, flock to this stunning state. Filled with natural wonders that many people only dream of, there’s something gorgeous to see around every turn. Whether you’re capturing a photo of the wildlife, the towering mountains, or the blue glaciers, there’s a chance to capture an unbelievable photo wherever you go.

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