Aurora gradient 4
Aurora gradient 3
Aurora gradient 1
Aurora mask 3
Trip heart
X

Category - Basecamp

Blog image

Explore Fairbanks is pleased to announce the release of the 2026-27 Fairbanks Winter Guide, now available at no cost. This 32-page, full-color booklet is an essential resource for visitors seeking to...

Blog image

Castner Glacier is a fan favorite in Interior Alaska. Getting to the glacier is fairly straightforward, the trip is beautiful, and the glacier itself is awe-inspiring. Famous for its aqua-colored ice...

Blog image

Knowing what to expect when it comes to winter travel and safety is an important part of enjoying your trip. Winter in Fairbanks is truly beautiful, with crisp air, sparkling snow, and northern lights...

Blog image

2026 Visitors Guide Now Available

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 by Explore Fairbanks

The 2026 Official Fairbanks Visitors Guide is now available for free from Explore Fairbanks. This 72-page, full-color publication is an excellent resource for planning a trip to Fairbanks, Alaska, any...

Blog image

Up here in Alaska, we’re definitely not short of space. The Denali National Park and Preserve is no exception, located roughly a two-hour drive from Fairbanks. With over 6 million acres to explore,...

Blog image

In Fairbanks, during spring, summer and autumn months, you can hear what is tantamount to a rallying call. These are the distinct songs of birds, flocking together as they make their massive...

Blog image

Photo by Frank Stelges/Aurora Bear Photography School A prime attraction for visitors to Alaska is the opportunity to view some of the most beautiful animals in the world, and when you ask a local...

Blog image

5 Fun Things To Do In Fall

Thursday, September 20, 2018 by Explore Fairbanks

In search of fall foliage, crisp air and short adventures around Fairbanks during the autumn season? We’ve got some suggestions if you are. While the two extremes of Midnight Sun Season and Winter...

Blog image

Fairbanks, located in the Interior of the state, is an ideal basecamp for national park excursions. Explorers can plan an expedition, acquire supplies, solidify logistics, secure a guide and embark...