Who doesn’t love going on a weekend vacation, especially with family or friends? If you’ve got some time off then you should definitely take this opportunity to enjoy a long weekend away from home on any of these great weekend trips in Alaska. Don’t have any ideas on where to go for a relaxing weekend away? Well look no further, we’ve compiled some awesome and unforgettable vacation ideas for that long weekend away.
- A weekend at Chena Hot Springs!
Rob Baird | Flickr Take a Friday off, get out of town early, and head to Chena Hot Springs for a mini spa weekend! The Ice Palace they have is more than enough to convince me to enjoy a long weekend at their famous resort! Find out more about the amenities they offer all year round on the Chena Hot Springs website. If you’re traveling through Alaska, put this great stop at the top of your list!
- Adlersheim Wilderness Lodge
Adlersheim Wilderness Lodge Website Please note, Adlersheim Wilderness Lodge has permanently closed. For those of you who call Juneau home, we have a great trip for you! Take a short drive up the road to paradise! Stay in a secluded forest cabin or the luxury of the lodge at Adlersheim Resort at Yankee Cove! Read more about what guests think of this gorgeous bed and breakfast on TripAdvisor.
- Resurrection Bay Camping Trip
Teddy Llovet | Flickr If you’re anywhere within driving distance then you have to take this weekend trip to Seward. Camping on Resurrection Bay just outside of Seward is one of the most beautiful trips you can ever experience in Alaska. When you decide to visit town you have all of Seward to keep you company, from the fun Sealife Center to all the great food, you’ll have a blast. This is one of the great getaway spots in Alaska. Learn more about camping in Seward on the city’s website page.
- Take a Scenic Drive to Homer.
shirley binn | Flickr You’ll see hundreds of lovely sights on the drive down to Homer. Once you’re there, you have your pick of some great inns and B&B’s. Once you’re settled in, you can take a long walk down the spit or stop in for drinks at the Salty Dawg. The Homer Inn and Spa is a great place to relax the weekend away, and Homer is one of our favorite places to visit in Alaska!
- Frozen Ice River Camping!
Cecil Sanders | Flickr During the coldest parts the year, the snow really starts coming down and so does the temperature. Once it’s cold enough, take a pack and your tent and find a frozen river to camp on! There is nothing else like it because, hey, you can’t put a campground on a river! My personal favorite is to drive to Eagle River. Near the Eagle River Nature Center is a pull off where, when frozen, you can hike a ways down the river and set up camp. It’s always a fun trip, especially with friends! Eagle River Nature Center has some great hikes nearby to explore when you pack up for the day.
- Girdwood Cabins!
CaptSkaboom | Flickr For a fancier getaway take a long weekend trip to Girdwood and stay in one of the cabins. Spend your weekend curled up by the fire or out on the slopes of Alyeska! Staying in a cozy cabin in Girdwood is one of the greatest weekend trips in Alaska that you’ll find. Find some good rentals at Alyeska Hideaway Log Cabins.
Have you taken any of these weekend trips in Alaska for a memorable adventure? What did you think? Do you have a favorite? Let us know in the comments below!
Rob Baird | Flickr
Take a Friday off, get out of town early, and head to Chena Hot Springs for a mini spa weekend! The Ice Palace they have is more than enough to convince me to enjoy a long weekend at their famous resort! Find out more about the amenities they offer all year round on the Chena Hot Springs website. If you’re traveling through Alaska, put this great stop at the top of your list!
Adlersheim Wilderness Lodge Website
Please note, Adlersheim Wilderness Lodge has permanently closed. For those of you who call Juneau home, we have a great trip for you! Take a short drive up the road to paradise! Stay in a secluded forest cabin or the luxury of the lodge at Adlersheim Resort at Yankee Cove! Read more about what guests think of this gorgeous bed and breakfast on TripAdvisor.
Teddy Llovet | Flickr
If you’re anywhere within driving distance then you have to take this weekend trip to Seward. Camping on Resurrection Bay just outside of Seward is one of the most beautiful trips you can ever experience in Alaska. When you decide to visit town you have all of Seward to keep you company, from the fun Sealife Center to all the great food, you’ll have a blast. This is one of the great getaway spots in Alaska. Learn more about camping in Seward on the city’s website page.
shirley binn | Flickr
You’ll see hundreds of lovely sights on the drive down to Homer. Once you’re there, you have your pick of some great inns and B&B’s. Once you’re settled in, you can take a long walk down the spit or stop in for drinks at the Salty Dawg. The Homer Inn and Spa is a great place to relax the weekend away, and Homer is one of our favorite places to visit in Alaska!
Cecil Sanders | Flickr
During the coldest parts the year, the snow really starts coming down and so does the temperature. Once it’s cold enough, take a pack and your tent and find a frozen river to camp on! There is nothing else like it because, hey, you can’t put a campground on a river! My personal favorite is to drive to Eagle River. Near the Eagle River Nature Center is a pull off where, when frozen, you can hike a ways down the river and set up camp. It’s always a fun trip, especially with friends! Eagle River Nature Center has some great hikes nearby to explore when you pack up for the day.
CaptSkaboom | Flickr
For a fancier getaway take a long weekend trip to Girdwood and stay in one of the cabins. Spend your weekend curled up by the fire or out on the slopes of Alyeska! Staying in a cozy cabin in Girdwood is one of the greatest weekend trips in Alaska that you’ll find. Find some good rentals at Alyeska Hideaway Log Cabins.
Looking for more great trips to explore? Check out these 12 Wondrous Alaska Day Trips, One For Each Month Of The Year.
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Weekend Trips In Alaska August 24, 2020 Megan McDonald What is the best month to travel in Alaska? Well if you’re a local of Alaska, then you know that every month has something to offer in our great state. Fall may be brief, but it’s fiery and spectacular almost all over the state. The winter is mild in Southeast, and the skiing and snowboarding is spectacular in Southcentral Alaska, particularly in Valdez. In the summer time the interior is bursting with light, sunshine, and a whole lot of warm temperatures and gorgeous, stunning scenery. In the winter the interior is home to the dancing northern lights, and people come from all over the world to experience this beautiful natural wonder. No matter what season you travel to Alaska, you’ll find something that will blow your mind. We have a beautiful state to explore! Should I ride the Alaska Railroad? A huge, resounding “Yes!” The Alaska Railroad is a delight to ride and will take you through the countryside in Alaska. You’ll see sights impossible to see in any other way, while relaxing on your comfy train seat and gazing at the view around you through the huge picture windows. Grab lunch or dinner on the Dining Car, and grab a drink from the Bar Car. You can travel anywhere from Seward all the way up to Fairbanks on the wonderful Alaska Railroad.
The OIYS Visitor Center
Weekend Trips In Alaska
August 24, 2020
Megan McDonald
What is the best month to travel in Alaska? Well if you’re a local of Alaska, then you know that every month has something to offer in our great state. Fall may be brief, but it’s fiery and spectacular almost all over the state. The winter is mild in Southeast, and the skiing and snowboarding is spectacular in Southcentral Alaska, particularly in Valdez. In the summer time the interior is bursting with light, sunshine, and a whole lot of warm temperatures and gorgeous, stunning scenery. In the winter the interior is home to the dancing northern lights, and people come from all over the world to experience this beautiful natural wonder. No matter what season you travel to Alaska, you’ll find something that will blow your mind. We have a beautiful state to explore! Should I ride the Alaska Railroad? A huge, resounding “Yes!” The Alaska Railroad is a delight to ride and will take you through the countryside in Alaska. You’ll see sights impossible to see in any other way, while relaxing on your comfy train seat and gazing at the view around you through the huge picture windows. Grab lunch or dinner on the Dining Car, and grab a drink from the Bar Car. You can travel anywhere from Seward all the way up to Fairbanks on the wonderful Alaska Railroad.
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
Well if you’re a local of Alaska, then you know that every month has something to offer in our great state. Fall may be brief, but it’s fiery and spectacular almost all over the state. The winter is mild in Southeast, and the skiing and snowboarding is spectacular in Southcentral Alaska, particularly in Valdez. In the summer time the interior is bursting with light, sunshine, and a whole lot of warm temperatures and gorgeous, stunning scenery. In the winter the interior is home to the dancing northern lights, and people come from all over the world to experience this beautiful natural wonder. No matter what season you travel to Alaska, you’ll find something that will blow your mind. We have a beautiful state to explore!
Should I ride the Alaska Railroad?
A huge, resounding “Yes!” The Alaska Railroad is a delight to ride and will take you through the countryside in Alaska. You’ll see sights impossible to see in any other way, while relaxing on your comfy train seat and gazing at the view around you through the huge picture windows. Grab lunch or dinner on the Dining Car, and grab a drink from the Bar Car. You can travel anywhere from Seward all the way up to Fairbanks on the wonderful Alaska Railroad.
