Alaska Railroad

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Alaska Railroad
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“The Alaska Railroad is a Class II railroad that operates freight and passenger trains in the state of Alaska. The railroad's mainline runs between Seward on the southern coast and Fairbanks, near the center of the state. It passes through Anchorage and Denali National Park, to which 17% of visitors…”
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Atlas ObscuraOct 23

Anchorage: A City Within the Wild

In Anchorage, exploring nature isn’t only for a rare free day or a well-planned vacation; it’s a part of daily life, as integral to the city as its infrastructure and cultural offerings. A day here may start with a morning walk on any of the hundreds of miles of trails, continue with freshly caught salmon for lunch at a restaurant with coastal views, and end with a sunset picnic on a rocky outc…

Can view the marsh from aboard.

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Condé Nast TravelerOct 2, 2025

7 Adventurous Things to Do in Anchorage, Alaska

Wildlife, glaciers, and salmon fishing aren't only in the backcountry.

Offers scenic train day trips to glaciers

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