Alaska

Region · 🇺🇸 United States

Population 733,391

Area 1,513,159 km²

Time zone America/Anchorage, America/Nome

Official website alaska.gov

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Alaska's Ultimate Essentials

This collection spans Alaska's diverse geography, from the volcanic landscapes of Katmai National Park to the Arctic sand dunes of Kobuk Valley. It features engineering landmarks like the Trans-Alaska Pipeline and the HAARP research facility alongside historical sites such as the abandoned Kennecott Copper Mine. The list highlights specific natural phenomena, including the geothermal waters of Chena Hot Springs, the calving ice of Icy Bay, and the massive salmon runs at Solomon Gulch Hatchery.

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Alaska's Peaks and Volcanoes

Alaska’s wilderness is shaped by immense tectonic activity, home to some of North America’s most formidable geological features. This selection spans the Alaska Peninsula and the Saint Elias Mountains, featuring Novarupta, the site of the 20th century's largest volcanic eruption, and active stratovolcanoes like Mount Redoubt and Mount Veniaminof. The list also includes Mount Saint Elias, the second-highest peak in both the United States and Canada, and Mount Fairweather, known for its extreme vertical relief near the Pacific Ocean. These sites showcase the state's diverse volcanic systems and massive glaciated summits.

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Alaska's Lakes and Rivers

Alaska's interior and arctic regions are defined by vast networks of freshwater systems and remote wilderness. This collection highlights the state's diverse hydrology, from the Kobuk River—known for its Great Kobuk Sand Dunes—to high-latitude glacial bodies like Lake Schrader in the Brooks Range. Many of these sites, including Old John Lake and Sheenjek Lake, are situated within the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR), serving as critical habitats for migratory wildlife and traditional subsistence areas for indigenous communities.

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Alaska Viewpoints & Heritage

This collection highlights significant historical sites and scenic vistas across Alaska, from the remote Aleutian Islands to the Interior. It includes the 19th-century St. Sergius Russian Orthodox Chapel in Chuathbaluk and the engineering feat of the Hurricane Gulch Bridge. Coastal overlooks on Adak Island provide views of the Bering Sea's rugged volcanic cliffs, while the Viewing Spit offers a vantage point for observing the glacial terrain of the Panhandle.

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