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The Seward Highway offers some of the most beautiful scenic views in the U.S.A. and is recognized as a United States All American Scenic Byway by the U.S. Department of Transportation. There are numerous pullouts for viewing the scenery and wildlife. Dall Sheep, moose, eagles and other birds, and even Beluga whales are often seen.

The Seward Highway offers an incredible diversity of scenic landscapes and unique natural features in one area. This 127-mile road (203 km) links Anchorage with Seward and passes through some of the most spectacular scenery in the world. The landscape includes the mountains and sea of Turnagain Arm, wet marshes that are home to multitudes of birds, deep forests, alpine meadows and lakes, waterfalls, and glaciers. In the springtime wildflowers brighten every corner of the road. Only Alaska’s Seward Highway can offer this particular mix created by climate, geography, and geology.

The Alaska Zoo is a a great place to view wildlife up close and learn more about them from knowlegeable zoo staff. The zoo is a very popular stop for visitors in both the summer and winter. Polar bears are guaranteed!

Some of the animals at the zoo are very special such as the Amur tiger from Russia, the snow leapord, and the Tibetan yak.

There are about 85 animals in over 40 species. Polar bears, brown bears, black bears, Amur tiger, snow leopard, Bactrian camel, wolves, Tibetan yak, otter, eagle, fox, dall sheep, musk ox, moose, wolverine, and more. The park covers about 20 acres, with a snack bar and gift shop.

The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center offers visitors a close-up view of Alaska wildlife. The Center is located south of Anchorage on the scenic Seward Highway.

The Center has a loop that visitors can drive aro und to view the various animals. For some species there are small herds roaming about.

The Alaska Native Heritage Center introduces Alaska Native traditions and customs of both the past and present. The Center provides a unique opportunity to experience Alaska’s many diverse Native cultures at one location. The Welcome House is a celebration of contemporary Alaska Native cultures while the outdoor facilities and sites allow the exploration of ancient tradition and the presentation of stories from the past.

The Iditarod is known as the “Last Great Race on Earth” and is the premier international dog sled race, taking place in March of each year.

For a unique ski getaway visit Alyeska Ski Resort, rated a Top 25 ski resort in the USA by Skiing Magazine in 2006. Mt. Alyeska boasts 2,000 feet of vertical terrain.