Nestled between the mountains and the sea Anchorage is one of the most striking towns in Alaska. It is the largest of towns in Alaska with lots of big-city amenities.
It is stunningly scenic as it is nestled in a lush forest and surrounded by the Chugach Mountain Range and its magnificent glaciers spilling out from their icefields.
Designated as being a National Scenic Byway, as well as an All American Road, you will definitely want to take your time.
Situated on Kachemak Bay at the southern end of the Kenai Peninsula, Homer boasts epic vistas of mountains and the sea.
You can take wildlife boat tours to see the wild animals that call Prince William Sound home, look at marvelous glaciers and remote waterfalls that will take your breath away.
Talkeetna is situated 120 miles north of Anchorage and is considered the “staging area” for those intrepid mountain men and women attempting to ascend Denali.