Alyeska Resort

About 30-40 minutes outside of Anchorage lies a gem in the mountains, otherwise known as Alyeska Resort. It offers a variety of activities in any season and the views that boast along the Turnagain Arm are simply breath taking. There's never been another resort that I've been to that simply sings there is beauty all around. While in the warmer months you can take the Tramway up to the top, or if your adventurous enough, you can make the grueling up hill hike an have a complementary free ride down. At the top of the Tramway you will find two restaurants and other multiple hikes that will make you fall in love with the area. Alyeska Resort also has downhill mountain biking as well as a spa, and comfy place to stay. There are bears, moose, and other types of wildlife that surround the area.

And if you are visiting the area in the wintertime, Alyeska is probably the most sought out ski resort in Alaska. Hit the infamous slopes and you'll surely have the time of your life.

Here are several pictures of the area and of course if you have any questions or additional information feel free to hit the comments.

Front of the Tramway.

At the top of Alyeska.

Views, views, views...

There was still snow at the top.

And a pretty lake.

Here comes the Tram!

Gorgeous and peaceful area.

Exit Glacier

        If your flying out to Anchorage and heading south towards Seward, you might want to consider stopping by Exit Glacier. There are several hikes and breath taking views that surround the area. Located just on the outskirts of Seward, AK. There are three main hikes to do with the outer rim (about 1/2 mile) dropping you off on the rivers edge with the glacial view in the background. There's also the hike to the glacier itself (which is about 1/2 mile as well) and runs right along the edge of the glacier. If your into a more intense hike with outstanding views, then I would recommend the Harding Ice field Trail. It's a little difficult, but over looks Exit Glacier nearly the entire time and also overlooks the Harding Ice field far into the distance. I would be prepared on any on the hikes as I saw bears on 2/3 hikes. Also be prepared with plenty of water for yourself and snacks are always a good choice to bring along as well. Have fun, be safe, and enjoy the trip! Here are several pictures to give you a better idea and what you'll see.

The hike to the edge of Exit Glacier. About 1/2 mile.

Exit Glacier.

Hike to the "outer rim" or the rivers edge. About 1/2 mile.

Harding Ice Field Trail. About 9-10 miles round trip.

View from one angle of the hike overlooking the mountains.

Exit Glacier view leading into the Harding Ice Field.

At the very top of the hike, overlooking the Harding Ice Field.

Black bears live in the area, as well as brown bears, so be prepared and aware.

***All photos were taken by Kirstin Grazulis, any copying or republishing of any kind is prohibited unless with direct permission. ***

Welcome To Alaska

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Photo taken by Kirstin Grazulis

Photo taken at Ptarmagain Lake outside of Moose Pass, AK