If your idea of a great getaway is two weeks getting a tan on a beach then a vacation in Alaska probably won’t be for you. If however you want a lot more from your vacations and would like to see and discover one of the last unspoilt areas on the planet Alaska is your dream location. The sheer scale of Alaska is enough to boggle the mind. Covering over 586,412 square miles it truly is a land of unbelievable proportions. The many national parks to be found in Alaska are among the reasons why lots of people go to. More than half of all the parkland in America is to be found in the state of Alaska. The largest of the national parks is Wrangell- St Elias covering well over 13. 2 million acres with the lesser parks like Denali covering "just" 6 million. The parks have probably the most majestic and breathtaking landscapes and vistas that you’ll see anyplace. There is everything from ice age glaciers to virgin woodlands and soaring mountains. Naturally as well as scenery there’s an abundance of fauna which you can see in their natural habitat. The Denali big 5 of bears, grey wolves, moose, caribou and Dall sheep are a dream come true for sightseers. If you drag yourself away from the wildlife and landscapes there is a host of activities you may enjoy. Outdoor pursuits and activities like river rafting, sport fishing, flight seeing, climbing and camping are some of the activities you can enjoy. Going to Alaska is a unique experience and one that will be very different from any place else. Your vacation needs to be planned well in advance unless you want to spend more time driving than taking in the sights and enjoying yourself. With the state covering such a large area and giving a unique set of challenges to its visitors a good travel guide is a must. You should use it before going to prepare your route and all the sights that you want to take in.

Ketchikan Alaska things to do and see.