Basecamp Guide

Must-See Fairbanks Experiences

Midnight Sun

Midnight Sun

Experience nearly 24 hours of daylight in summer, with the sun never truly setting from May through July

Northern Lights

Northern Lights

Witness the magical aurora borealis dancing across the night sky. From Mid-August until close in Mid-September you have the chance to see them

Denali National Park

Denali National Park

Home to North America's tallest peak and incredible wildlife viewing - grizzlies, moose, caribou, and dall sheep. Just 2 hours south

Chena Hot Springs

Chena Hot Springs

Natural hot springs resort with outdoor rock lake, aurora viewing, and ice museum. Just 60 miles from Fairbanks

Museum of the North

Museum of the North

World-class museum showcasing Alaska's art, culture, and natural history with stunning architecture on UAF campus

Pioneer Park

Pioneer Park

44-acre historic park with museums, native Alaskan art, gold rush history, and the sternwheeler Nenana


More Adventures Await

Chena River

Kayaking, canoeing, and riverside trails perfect for summer adventures right in Fairbanks

Gold Dredge Tours

Experience Alaska's Gold Rush history with tours of historic mining operations

Morris Thompson Cultural Center

Learn about Alaska Native culture, natural history, and visitor information

Hiking & Trail Systems

Explore miles of scenic trails through forests, rivers, and Alaska wilderness

Local Breweries & Food Scene

Taste Alaska's craft beer and local cuisine in downtown Fairbanks

Riverboat Discovery Cruise

Historic sternwheeler cruise on the Chena and Tanana Rivers

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