Here are 11 of Alaska’s strangest roadside sites that are worth a visit:
1. Igloo City
Igloo City is an empty four-story hotel in the shape of a big igloo that is off of the George Parks Highway. Built in the 1970s, but problems with the building and bad weather kept it from being finished. People can’t go inside, but the building is still an interesting sight from the road. There are plans to turn it into a distillery.
2. Mukluk Land
This strange site near Tok has a bouncy house, mini golf, sculptures that aren’t like any other, and more. Mukluk Land, which opened in 1985, is great for families who want to have fun along the way.
3. Monument Sign for the Arctic Circle
This sign with stickers on it shows where the Dalton Highway enters the polar area. It is one of the most famous stops for people traveling to the Arctic Circle.
4. Forest Sign Post
This forest is near Watson Lake and is on the Alaska Highway. It has thousands of signs that people from all over the world have left behind. You can visit this one-of-a-kind place and maybe even add your own sign to the collection.
5. Milepost 1523 on the Alaska Highway
The Alaska Highway was built during World War II to protect against a possible Japanese attack. This mile marker in Fairbanks marks the unofficial end of the highway.
6. Largest Chocolate Waterfall in the World
This huge chocolate waterfall in Anchorage is a fun and unique place to visit. There is no official record for it, but it is possibly the biggest of its kind.
7. Deal Creek
The most northern foreign land border crossing in the United States is here, near Eagle. It is a unique place to stop for people going through Alaska’s remote areas.
8. Sign for Diamond Jim’s Liquor Store
This strange roadside sign in Anchorage became famous after a court case about rules for highway clearing. It’s a funny sight for people going through.
9. Polaris Art Work
This piece of art is in Fairbanks. It is made up of spires that point toward the North Star, combining imagination with the beauty of Alaska’s night sky.
10. Liard Hot Springs
These natural hot springs are a must-see for rest after long drives, even though they are just outside of Alaska on a highway in Canada. The springs are surrounded by wildlife and have different temperatures for people to enjoy.
11. The National Wildlife Refuge at Tetlin
Along 65 miles of the Alaska Highway, this refuge has beautiful views and lets you do things like bird watching, hiking, camping, and fishing. It’s the perfect mix of exploring nature and the highway.
These places are great for memorable stops on any road trip through “The Last Frontier” because they show off Alaska’s strange charm and natural beauty.
