Interior Region

Some of the most spectacular close-up wildlife viewing and scenery in Alaska can be seen in its Interior Region, including grizzlies, moose, Dall sheep, wolves, coyote, red fox, lynx, snowshoe hare, beaver, and otter. Numerous varieties of bird life can also be seen in the region.

From Alaska's most popular attraction, Mount McKinley and Denali National Park and Preserve, to the rich mining heritage of Fairbanks, there is much to see in the Interior. Home of The National Historic Iditarod Trail, the Interior also offers a step back into rustic Alaska with evidence of its first homesteaders and the historic route of the Alaska Railroad.

Its rolling hills and valleys, and the nation's highest mountain make this part of Alaska completely different from the rest of the state.

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The Most Anticipated Upcoming Alaska Events Are: Life in Alaska Leading to Statehood Anchorage continuing thru September 30 Alaska Federation of Natives Arts & Crafts Fair Anchorage continuing thru October 24 Bald Eagle Festival Haines November 11 thru November 15 Nutcracker Ballet Fairbanks December 4 thru December 6 Anchorage Folk Festival Anchorage January 21 thru January 31

Other upcoming events include: Gallery Walk Juneau December 4 thru December 6 Great Alaska Beer & Barley Wine Festival Anchorage January 15 thru January 16 Bad Girls of the North Art and Craft Show Wasilla November 13 thru November 14 International Film Festival Anchorage December 4 thru December 17 International Film Festival Anchorage December 4 thru December 17