These 9 Jaw Dropping Places In Alaska Are Some Of The Most Beautiful On Earth

Let's admit it, nearly everything in Alaska is bigger, badder, bolder and WAY colder than most places in the lower 48. We'll even prove it to you by revealing 9 of the most beautiful places in Alaska. After you visit them, let me know if you weren't completely blown away! It would be hard not to be impressed.

1) Denali

You can't deny that the highest peak in North America and third highest in the world isn't jaw-dropping cool! This one mountain has the power to absolutely stun you. Read more about the national park this huge mountain resides in.

2) Kenai Fjords National Park

The Harding Icefield is just ONE of the hundreds of spectacular sights to see in this Alaskan National Park, and definitely one of the most scenic places in Alaska. Check out more information about this stunning natural formation on the Kenai Fjords National Park website.

3) Mendenhall Glacier

It's hard to get much "cooler" than this crystal blue, chilly ice cave at Mendenhall Glacier. This glacier holds a special place in many people’s hearts as one of the best photo-worthy spots in Alaska. Learn the best way to get up close and personal to this glacier.

4) Alaska Native Heritage Center

Yeah, those are whale bones. Are those not the biggest bones you've ever seen?! Sure you can go to a museum and see big bones but can you pose in a picture RIGHT next to them?! Didn't think so. Fin more information about their hours of operation on their website.

5) Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center

Who wouldn't want to see huge grizzly bears, massive moose and cute little blue jays all in the same trip? Everything about the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center is jaw-dropping and fun. You can follow along on their Facebook page to see how all the animals are doing, all year long.

6) Alaska SeaLife Center

At the Alaska SeaLife Center in Seward, Alaska, you get to see some pretty cool things like this adorable wild sea lion up close and personal! One of the most fun and interesting picturesque places in Alaska, you’ll want to visit time and time again. You can purchase tickets ahead of time on their website.

7) Wrangell–St. Elias National Park and Preserve

Not only do you get to explore a breathtaking National Park and Preserve but you get to see amazing, once in a lifetime things, like this double rainbow! You can learn more about America’s largest national park and all of the amazing things you can see here.

8) Tracy Arm

Just this picture alone is enough to make me visit Tracy Arm in Juneau, Alaska. You get to explore a glacier and see Killer Whales in the flesh! Book your own cruise and explore the waters in this area more closely. Don’t forget to bring your camera!

9) Misty Fiords National Monument

The Misty Fiords National Monument is an amazing place to visit when you're in Alaska. It's a part of the Tongass National Forest and offers spectacular views and all sorts of wildlife. The U.S. Forest Service website details all of the spectacular things this national monument has to offer!

Have you been to any of the most beautiful places in Alaska? What did you think? Did it blow you away? What else would you add to this list? Share with us in the comments below!

For more wonderful pictures of our great state, here are 14 Times The Sun Made Alaska The Most Beautiful Place On Earth.