Brown bears are commonly seen in the summer around Valdez. Photo by Ed Pinsky. From the waters of Prince William Sound to the peaks of the Chugach Mountains, there is no shortage of wildlife in our coastal community. Humpback whales, brown bears, sea lions, bald eagles and more – visitors can find…
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Valdez is a dream vacation destination, a perfect weekend getaway and a must-visit spot for any road trip plan in Alaska. From Anchorage, Fairbanks or anywhere in between, every visitor driving into Valdez will experience the journey through Alaska’s renowned Thompson Pass. Located about 30 miles…
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Traveling around Alaska this summer? Make the drive down to Valdez and discover our small seaside community nestled in the beauty of Prince William Sound. Valdez offers something for everyone, including numerous free attractions that are great for families or other groups. The Maxine & Jesse…
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Grab a reel and cast a line this summer in Valdez, Alaska! Valdez is one of the best summer vacation destinations for travelers looking for an Alaska fishing adventure. From reeling in massive halibut to experiencing Alaska’s world-renowned salmon run, there are plenty of fish in Valdez for anglers…
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Flying into Anchorage or Fairbanks this summer, but can't find a rental car? No worry! As rental cars across Alaska have become scarce in 2021, Valdez offers a perfect alternative. Here's how you can discover Valdez this summer without a car: Getting Here Valdez is located at the end of the…
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This year, summer starts in Valdez, Alaska! Surrounded by cascading waterfalls, towering mountains, diverse wildlife and endless adventure, summer in Valdez offers up adventures unlike anywhere else in Alaska. As if natural beauty and fun for the whole family weren’t reason enough to visit Valdez…
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Nestled between Prince William Sound and the Chugach Mountains sits the small coastal town of Valdez, Alaska. Come summertime, the snowiest town in America transforms into an outdoor paradise, surrounded by lush forests, diverse wildlife, scenic mountains and epic glaciers. While enjoying their…
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Presented by City of Valdez. This article originally appeared in the Anchorage Daily News. Just about any community in Alaska could make a reasonable claim to be the best spot in the state for winter adventure. But if you got out a ruler and based it strictly on quantity, the numbers wouldn’t lie:…
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