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Logo bar of the Alaska Public Lands Information Center which are located in Anchorage, Fairbanks, Tok and Ketchikan
Kayakers glide on a glassy surface near the shoreline
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Here are two tents by the water. In the distance there are mountains against a blue sky.
Remote lakes make a great background for a quiet camping trip.

With only .09% of its land developed, Alaska truly is a place of unspoiled scenery and wildlife. There are innumerable recreation opportunities for visitors and residents alike. Public lands encompass almost every setting you could imagine; from tidewater glaciers of the coast, to isolated sand dunes in the Interior, to shady rain forests of the Southeast. Whether your are looking to learn more about Alaska history and culture, go birdwatching, or pan for gold, Alaska's public lands have it all.

For places to go by activity, visit Things To Do.



Cabins - Find a public use cabin for overnight adventures throughout Alaska!

Campgrounds - Numerous agencies have public campgrounds - some free, others with a fee.

By Water - Explore Alaska by ferry.

By Rail - Learn about opportunities to travel by train.

By Road - Check out Alaska's impressive and scenic highways.

Outdoor FAQ - Find answers to the Qutdoor frequently asked questions.

Sightseeing FAQ- Find anwers to Sightseeing frequently asked questions.

Denali FAQ - Find anwsers to Denali frequently asked questions.

State Parks
Find information about Alaska's State Parks.
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A view of downtown Anchorage from the Knik Arm of the Cook Inlet.Did You Know?
Almost half of Alaska's population of 683,478 people live in the state's largest city of Anchorage which is located on the Anchorage Peninsula at the head of the Cook Inlet.