11 Destinations Everyone In Alaska Needs to Visit This Summer

This weekend, pack a bag and hit the road to check out some of the fantastic towns and attractions Alaska has to offer. These 11 spots show off some of the great places to go in this huge state packed with adventures. Go see what is right here, waiting to be explored. You’ll find something fun to do right in your own backyard. Enjoy Alaska and all it has to offer with these destinations for summer fun.

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Hit the road and head to the Alaska SeaLife Center, the amazing aquarium in Seward where all your underwater dreams come true. More information here.

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Enjoy the beauty of Denali National Park and the lovely wildflowers that carpet the area. Head out to the Triple Lakes Trail to see wildflower meadows and endless views of our treasured Denali National Park. More information here.

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Whittier is weird and wonderful. After you brave a tunnel through a mountain, you are spit out on the shores of Prince William Sound with excellent fishing, glacier views and cool people to welcome you to this eccentric Alaskan town. More information here.

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This beach is a walk through time as you explore petroglyphs left from long ago. Information about the science and history of the area are available and the beach is a beautiful place to spend the day. More information here.

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Wonder Lake is at Mile Marker 85 inside Denali National Park and is a reflecting pool. The glassy waters, huge skies and mountain vistas make for incredible sunsets and sunrises. More information here.

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These lakes are on a six mile trail easily accessed as a day trip from Anchorage. The turquoise lakes are beautiful for swimming on hot days and lounging near when the temperatures are cool. More information here.

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If you are in Western Alaska, head out to the Bering Land Bridge National Park to see the endless rolling tundra and the vibrant colors in the fall. More information here.

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Tangle Lakes is a series of gorgeous, clear lakes up the Denali Highway. Head to the campground for a weekend of fishing and boating. This may be the most beautiful campground in Alaska. More information here.

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The Anan Wilderness Viewing area is a great place to see salmon and the bears that eat them in relative comfort and safety. More information here.

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Visit the largest cave in Alaska on Prince of Wales Island to explore the history of Alaska through the secrets hidden from the past. More information here.

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Head to this amazing spring-fed pool to soak your cares away in the giant outdoor rock lined hot tub. The cold spray from the fountain will cool your face as you soak your muscles in this natural spring. Enjoy the beautiful area and the hiking trails that cut through it. More information here.

Have you been to these fantastic places? Tell us about it in the comments below.