At 65 degrees north latitude, the sky takes on a capricious life of its own—a canvas for the aurora borealis, the midnight sun, and sunsets and sunrises that last forever. Home to serious mountain ranges, pristine rivers and lakes, abundant wildlife and a certain poignant solitude that is found nowhere else on earth. Locals embrace the natural world and have created a vibrant river city in the far north. Where else can you travel to such a remote locale and still enjoy all the amenities of a charming downtown, a thriving arts community, rich Alaska Native culture, authentic Alaskan activities and attractions and endless opportunities for exploration?
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As close to magic as you'll ever see on this Earth, the northern lights, or aurora borealis, are an absolute must-see for any nature enthusiast. The aurora borealis are visible in Fairbanks from August through April, meaning there's an astounding ...
The trailhead is 28 miles on the Elliott Highway outside of Fox. It is clearly marked with a great parking area. A maintained outhouse facility is on the far side of the parking lot and is highly recommended before hitting the actual trail.The t...
The Granite Tors Loop Trailhead is located at Milepost 39 on Chena River Road east of Fairbanks. It starts at about 700ft above sea level and climbs to about 3200ft, peaking around the 8 mile mark. The climb is slow and continuous adding to the di...
We split this 15-mile loop into an overnight backpacking trip and had an amazing time. Our route started up the eastern side of the loop and took us past the trail shelter. Once we reached the tors, we settled in and set up camp. It was stunning a...
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Aurora Pioneer Manor boasts 8 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, sleeping up to 32.This is a premier Alaskan bed and breakfast. The Manor is set o...
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Fairbanks, Alaska
Out in the Alaskan wilderness, listen to the wind whistle through the trees, bringing a flurry of snow that blankets the earth. Caribou c...
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Fairbanks, Alaska
Out in the Alaskan wilderness, listen to the wind whistle through the trees, bringing a flurry of snow that blankets the earth. Caribou c...
From $528/night
Fairbanks, Alaska
Out in the Alaskan wilderness, listen to the wind whistle through the trees, bringing a flurry of snow that blankets the earth. Caribou c...
From $528/night
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