Old Valdez, Alaska Townsite
The city of Valdez isn't where it used to be. The entire town had to relocate, following the devastating 1964…
Hiking the John Hunter Memorial Trail, Valdez
You can see Valdez from a different angle, hike a nice trail, and check out the southern end of Alaska's…
Hiking the Mineral Creek Trail, Valdez
Valdez offers several great hiking trails, most of which begin just a few minutes from downtown. I'd argue that the…
Exploring Downtown Valdez, Alaska
Just getting to Valdez is no easy task. It is a long way from anywhere, isolated by mountains from the…
The Road to Valdez, Alaska: Thompson Pass, Richardson Highway
Driving to Valdez? You'll need to make a long journey on a remote highway, that crosses the snowiest place in…
Downtown Chitina, Alaska
At most national parks, the town that's just outside the main entrance is a booming place, filled with hotels, gift…
Chitina: Bald Eagles, Fish Wheels on the Copper River
Maybe you've been lucky enough to see one bald eagle in the wild. But what about 5? Or 10? All…
Driving the Glenn Highway, Matanuska Valley
Almost any road in Alaska could qualify as a scenic byway, but the Glenn Highway stands out. It's about 180…
Sunset from Mount Baldy Trailhead over Anchorage
When I drove up Skyline Drive to hike Mount Baldy, I was impressed with the view from the trailhead parking…
Portage Pass Trail, hike to Portage Glacier, Whittier
One of the best reasons to pay for a trip through the tunnel to Whittier is to hike the Portage…