Alaska

ABOUT ALASKA

Alaska is located in the far northwest of the United States, with the motto “North To The Future”. This state is bordered by Canada to the east, the Arctic Ocean to the north, and the Pacific Ocean to the south and west. Covering approximately 663,300 square miles, Alaska is the largest state in the US. Its diverse landscapes include towering mountains, sprawling forests, massive glaciers, and extensive coastlines. Major cities such as Juneau (the capital), Anchorage, and Fairbanks serve as key cultural, economic, and travel hubs.

Alaska also holds significant cultural and historical importance. Indigenous peoples, including the Aleut, Inuit, and Tlingit, have lived in the region for thousands of years. The state became part of the United States in 1867 through the Alaska Purchase, and it later played an important role during World War II. Visitors often rely on driving directions to navigate highways, scenic byways, and remote routes connecting national parks, historic sites, and small communities across this vast state. Alaska spans the Alaska Time Zone and Hawaii-Aleutian Time Zone.

Famous Tourist Attractions

• Denali National Park (Interior Alaska)
• Glacier Bay National Park (Southeast Alaska)
• Mendenhall Glacier (Juneau)
• Kenai Fjords National Park (Kenai Peninsula)
• Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (Portage)
• Anchorage Museum (Anchorage)
• Wrangell-St. Elias National Park (Southeast Alaska)

Popular Routes & Scenic Drives

• Seward Highway (Anchorage to Seward)
• Dalton Highway (Fairbanks to Arctic Circle)
• Haines Highway (Haines to Canada Border)
• Sterling Highway (Homer to Anchorage)