Top Things to Do in Alaska for Teens

Gold Panning in Fairbanks

In Fairbanks, known as the Golden Heart of Alaska. Experience the thrill of the gold rush as you search for real gold on our Gold Panning Adventure! 

Dog Mushing in Fairbanks

It wouldn’t be a trip to the world’s mushing capital without meeting pas­sion­ate mush­ers and cute husky puppies! Visit a dogsledding base camp and learn about dogsledding and watch the dogs train. 

Denali National Park

Denali National Park has a majestic and natural beauty that surrounds it at every turn. Denali National Park and Preserve encompasses 6 million acres of Alaska’s interior wilderness and is home to North America’s tallest peak, Mount Denali. 

With terrain of tundra, spruce forest and glaciers, the park is home to 37 species of mammals including grizzly bears, wolves, moose, caribou and Dall sheep. Take a bus tour to marvel at the views of the stunning wilderness and unique wildlife.

Nenana River

Pack your sense of adventure for a rafting trip on the most popular whitewater river in Alaska. Raft guides will take us through the exciting rapids while enjoying the views of the beautiful landscape. 

Anchorage

Anchorage is best known for its glaciers, wildlife and trails and is the state’s cultural soul, as well. Anchorage is home to more artists and musicians than any other place in Alaska.

Glacier Boat Tour

Be awed by supersized glaciers and the hardy wildlife of the tundra on our Glacier Boat Tour through the rugged Alaskan wilderness. Visit the sheer, awesome face of a mighty Alaska glacier. Stand 300 yards from Portage Glacier, one of Alaska’s most popular attractions from the Ice Age. Watch for fractures of ice break off the glacier and crash into the water below.

Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center

A sanctuary dedicated to preserving Alaska’s wildlife through conservation, education, and animal care. Be sure to keep your eye out for elk, deer, wolves, bears, bald eagles and many other animals that call Alaska their home.

Aerial Tram Adventure

See Alaska from the top on our scenic aerial tram adventure to the top of Mt. Alyeska. Take in the picturesque views of the Seven Hanging Glaciers, Turnagain Arm, and endless peaks of the Chugach Mountain range.

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