Ultimate Fairbanks Nature Road Trip

Day 1: Wildlife Encounters

Fairbanks, Alaska

8:00AM

Breakfast at The Crepery

Start your day with a delicious crepe at The Crepery, known for its locally sourced ingredients.
Drive to Creamer's Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge for bird watching and wildlife spotting.
$10, 2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Lavelle's Bistro

Enjoy a farm-to-table lunch at Lavelle's Bistro, offering a variety of sustainable dishes.
Head to Pioneer Park for a leisurely stroll and visit the Alaska Native Museum.
$20, 2 hours

4:00PM

Dinner at Silver Gulch Brewery

Indulge in a hearty meal at Silver Gulch Brewery, Alaska's oldest operating brewery with a focus on eco-friendly practices.
Check in at a local eco-friendly accommodation for the night.
$30, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: Denali National Park Exploration

Denali National Park, Alaska

8:00AM

Breakfast at Black Bear Coffee

Fuel up with a coffee and pastry at Black Bear Coffee before heading to Denali National Park.
Embark on a guided wildlife tour or hike in the park to spot grizzly bears, moose, and other wildlife.
$50 (tour), 4 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at 229 Parks Restaurant & Tavern

Enjoy a locally sourced lunch at 229 Parks Restaurant & Tavern, known for its sustainable practices.
Explore the Denali Visitor Center and learn about the park's conservation efforts.
$25, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Overlook Bar & Grill

Relax with a scenic dinner at Overlook Bar & Grill, offering stunning views of Denali National Park.
Stay overnight at a eco-friendly lodge near the park.
$40, 2 hours
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Day 3: Wrangell-St. Elias Adventure

Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, Alaska

9:00AM

Breakfast at The Potato

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at The Potato, a local favorite known for its sustainable practices.
Embark on a glacier trek or explore the Kennecott Mines in Wrangell-St. Elias National Park.
$100 (glacier trek), 6 hours

2:00PM

Lunch at The Roadhouse

Savor a homemade lunch at The Roadhouse in Kennecott, a historic establishment with a focus on local ingredients.
Visit the Wrangell-St. Elias Visitor Center to learn about the park's conservation efforts.
$15, 1.5 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at McCarthy Lodge

Enjoy a cozy dinner at McCarthy Lodge, known for its sustainable practices and support of local artisans.
Stay overnight at a eco-friendly lodge in the park.
$50, 1.5 hours
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Day 4: Chugach State Park Exploration

Chugach State Park, Alaska

8:00AM

Breakfast at Snow City Cafe

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at Snow City Cafe, a local favorite with eco-friendly practices.
Hike one of the scenic trails in Chugach State Park, such as Flattop Mountain or Winner Creek.
Free, 4 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Moose's Tooth Pub & Pizzeria

Enjoy a casual lunch at Moose's Tooth Pub & Pizzeria, known for its sustainable sourcing and craft beers.
Explore the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center to see rescued animals and learn about wildlife conservation.
$20, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Simon & Seafort's

Treat yourself to a seafood dinner at Simon & Seafort's, offering fresh and sustainably sourced dishes.
Check in at a eco-friendly accommodation for the night.
$40, 2 hours
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Day 5: Matanuska Glacier Adventure

Matanuska Glacier, Alaska

9:00AM

Breakfast at The Bake Shop

Start your day with a warm breakfast at The Bake Shop, known for its freshly baked goods.
Embark on a guided glacier hike on Matanuska Glacier, exploring ice caves and stunning ice formations.
$80, 4 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Sheep Mountain Lodge

Enjoy a scenic lunch at Sheep Mountain Lodge, offering panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.
Visit the Reindeer Farm to interact with these gentle creatures and learn about sustainable reindeer husbandry.
$30, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Turkey Red

Savor a farm-to-table dinner at Turkey Red, known for its organic and locally sourced ingredients.
Head back to Fairbanks and stay overnight at an eco-friendly lodge.
$35, 2 hours
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