The Brooks Range borders our northern region and the Alaska Range is clearly visible to the south.  In between are valleys alive with wildlife and unique vegetation found only in Arctic and sub-Arctic climates.

Fairbanks is an easy gateway into the Alaskan wilderness.  It's right at our doorstep.  The power of mother nature surrounds you with breathtaking scenery and provides a natural setting to watch bear, caribou, moose, and Dall sheep.  Explore it by yourself or with a tour company.

Fairbanks is the perfect base location for a trip to Denali National Park and Mt. McKinley.  Only 122 miles away, it's a comfortable 2-hour drive.  It makes a great day trip, or consider an overnight stay to experience more of the park's wonders.

Two hundred miles to the north lies the Arctic Circle. Take a day top or linger with an adventure into the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve, or the North Slope.  All these adventures start in Fairbanks.

There's plenty to do in Fairbanks itself!  Shop for authentic Native crafts, Alaskan art, or gold nugget jewelry in the many galleries and gift shops. Visit Alaskaland, an historical theme park, and see history come alive.  Stroll the streets of early Fairbanks or board the SS Nenana sternwheeler for a glimpse of the past.

The University of Alaska Museum and the Alaska Public Lands Information Center are both great sources of information on Alaska's land, its people, and wildlife.   Plan a week or a month - we'll keep you busy. Make Fairbanks part of your Alaska adventure.

Fairbanks truly is Alaska's city of light.  In summer, the midnight sun bathes the Interior in almost 24 hours of glorious splendor.  The forests and tundra are ablaze with the scarlet, gold, and burnt orange in fall.  In winter, the sky shimmers with the mysterious color of nature's spectacular and uniquely northern light show, the Aurora Borealis (Nothern Lights).  And in spring the days grow longer and nature rouses from her slumber.  The long days of summer are full of activities.  Go gold panning, take a swim, rent a kayak, play a round of golf, catch a fish, go canoeing.  Bike or hike the many trails in and around Fairbanks.