Fairbanks North Star Borough, AK

Alaska

Temperatures in the frigid interior of Alaska can get down to -40°F, but it's all worth it when the Northern Lights come out to play #alaska #fairbanks #red #northernlights #aurora #auroraborealis #usa #america #colorful #nikon #weekend #nature #theoutdoors #getoutdoors #earth #planetearth #photographer #landscape #landscapephotography #desktop #green #snow #icy #winter #cold #adventure
Temperatures in the frigid interior of Alaska can get down to -40°F, but it's all worth it when the Northern Lights come out to play #alaska #fairbanks #red #northernlights #aurora #auroraborealis #usa #america #colorful #nikon #weekend #nature #theoutdoors #getoutdoors #earth #planetearth #photographer #landscape #landscapephotography #desktop #green #snow #icy #winter #cold #adventure
Chena Hot Springs offers a wide variety of wintertime activities. Be sure to check out dogsledding while you're there- you'll never want to drive a car again! Stop in the activity center to sign up- I think it was about $60/person for a half hour run. The activity center can also hook you up with anything else you wanted to try.
Chena Hot Springs is a great place to check out year-round, however, i think it is particularly beautiful to go to in the winter. In fact, the colder the better! A dip in the 106 degree(ish) water takes the bite away from -40 temperatures in the most luxurious and enjoyable way possible. $15 gets you an all-day pass so you can enjoy them on your schedule and make a most of everything else the resort has to offer, such as snowshooeing and mobiling, dogsledding, the ice museum (and bar!) and aurora watching. There's nothing better than relaxing in its mineral-rich waters among snowy trees and rocks watching the steam curl off the water. I love, love, love this place!
Endless ducks at Wander Lake!

Popular cities in Fairbanks North Star Borough

Fairbanks
Fairbanks
Known for Shopping, Tours and Northern lights
See the northern lights, pan for gold like a pioneer or enjoy the spectacular ice festival in Alaska’s rugged but beautiful heart.

Reasons to visit

  • Chena Hot Springs
  • University of Alaska-Fairbanks
  • Pioneer Park
Explore CityFind Hotels
North Pole
North Pole
Known for Northern lights, Family-friendly and Trendy
Celebrate Christmas any day of the year in this Interior Alaska town, home to Santa Claus and the 49th state’s great natural wonders.

Reasons to visit

  • Chena River Lakes Recreation Area
Explore CityFind Hotels
Salcha
Salcha
Check out the local area in Salcha—home to attractions like Eielson Air Force Base and Salcha River State Recreation Site.
Explore CityFind Hotels