The 9 Most Underrated Places In Alaska You Should Check Out
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Casea Peterson
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The tourism scene in Alaska is red hot. We get millions of visitors every year, which is great and all for the economy, but bad for the people that hate crowds (pretty much all Alaskans). I suggest you stick to your gut and steer clear of the herd and spend time visiting some of these more underrated places around the state.
The small town of Healy is very underrated and underappreciated. Just North of Denali National Park you can enjoy a quaint town with beautiful scenery. Try Bison Gulch Trail up Mount Healy.
On the northwestern tip of Chichagof Island is the lesser-known fishing town of Elfen Cove. The Alaskan scenery that you can experience on the plane or boat ride out there makes it an unforgettable place.
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Visit this AWESOME beach in Homer. There are gorgeous mountain views and hours of fun to be had walking the beach and exploring the tide pools.
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This cute little gift shop in Homer showcases Alaskan art. It is a delightful place to stop in if you're passing through.
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Deer Mountain Trail is in Ketchikan. It's a short but steep hike, one to two miles. The hike requires you to climb over rocks but it's all worth it once you reach the top.
Right along the city limits of Seward is the wonderful Two Lakes Park. This hidden gem would make a wonderful snowshoe hike in the winter.
The Anan Bear Observatory in Wrangell is a great low-key place to witness a LOT of bear activity. I suggest taking the family on a trip, make sure you bring the cameras!
Keep an eye out for the awesome little shops on your way in and out of town, you can't pass them up!
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Mt. Fairweather Golf Course in Gustavus will provide you with an unforgettable experience. The golf course is scattered with old tractors and wagons. You pay into a jar and just start on your merry way with odd mismatched clubs and pull carts!
Have you been to any of these places before? What other gems you would add to this list?
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