Alaska Roadside Attractions

Pack your parka and grab your camera—it’s time to explore the wild and wacky roadside attractions of Alaska! Sure, the Last Frontier is known for its jaw-dropping glaciers and untamed wilderness, but it’s also home to some truly quirky stops you won’t find anywhere else.

Where else can you stumble across a massive, abandoned Igloo City, metal chickens standing proud in the tundra, or the World’s Largest Gold Mining Pan? And let’s not forget the jolly World’s Largest Santa Claus Statue—he’s watching even in July! And don’t forget a visit to the famous Hyder, the only Alaskan town you can reach through British Columbia!

From offbeat oddities to iconic Alaskan charm, these attractions make every mile an adventure. So, fire up the GPS, fill the thermos with coffee, and get ready for a road trip that’s as big as the state itself!

Plan Your Alaska Road Trip

Alaska Roadside Attractions & Road Trip Planning

Ready to hit the open road and explore Alaska in all its roadside glory? Explore more of the best Alaska attractions that are the perfect pit stops to keep the fun rolling. From wacky wonders to iconic sights, they’ll make your travel itinerary as unforgettable as that last tank of gas you didn’t think would last!

Need some road trip inspiration? Explore our roadside attractions blog to find even more tips, tricks, and must-see spots to help plan the ultimate Alaska adventure!

Val in front of the Welcome to Hyder, Alaska sign.

Plan Your Alaska Road Trip

Planning an Alaska road trip? Get ready for an unforgettable adventure through breathtaking landscapes and offbeat stops that will make every mile magical!

The best Alaska roadside attractions to visit on an Alaska road trip. Add these roadside oddities to your travel bucket list, itinerary, or route map!

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Road trippers in front of the Welcome to Hyder, Alaska sign.

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