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: Alyeska WinterFest Anchorage February 5 thru February 7 Alaska-Juneau Public Market Juneau November 27 thru November 29 Winter Solstice Celebration Fairbanks December 21 Duct Tape Ball Anchorage February 5 Anchorage Folk Festival Anchorage January 21 thru January 31

Other upcoming events include: Nutcracker Ballet Fairbanks December 4 thru December 6 Alaska Ski for Women Anchorage February 7 Winter Festival North Pole December 5 thru December 6 Iceworm Festival Cordova February 4 thru February 7 Holiday Train Anchorage December 5