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Scenic Drives in Alaska

Routes

26

Avg Distance

830 mi

Avg Drive

38h 47m

Destinations

17

Alaska's scenic drives offer an unparalleled sense of scale, with routes spanning over 2,000 miles and averaging more than 30 hours. The drives feature a range of terrain, from mostly flat coastal areas to gently rolling inland landscapes, with maximum elevations reaching over 2,000 feet. While EV charging is sparse, the sheer expanse and access to numerous parks make these extensive road trips a unique way to experience the state's vastness.

Planning Tips

Scenic routes often have fewer gas stations and services. Top off your tank before heading into mountainous or rural stretches.
Budget extra time for scenic drives — pulling over for views, photos, and short hikes is half the point.
Check weather conditions for mountain passes and high-elevation stretches, especially in shoulder seasons.

Frequently Asked Questions

We rate routes on a 1-10 drive score based on elevation changes, road variety, and terrain diversity. The 26 routes listed here all score 7 or higher.

Drive times and distances come from actual road network data via OSRM. Fuel costs use current state-level gas prices. Drive scores factor in elevation profile, road variety, and terrain. All data is recalculated regularly.

Yes. Click any route to see its full trip page with turn-by-turn directions, fuel cost estimates, elevation profile, stop suggestions, weather conditions, and more.

Top Scenic Routes

Editor's pick

Ketchikan, AK → Dutch Harbor, AK

2014.8 mi 102h 38m Score: 7/10

This route boasts the highest drive score of 7 and traverses mostly flat terrain, offering a substantial 2,014.8-mile experience. With park access and no EV charging data, it's a true expedition through Alaska's remote landscapes.

Editor's pick

Ketchikan, AK → Fairbanks, AK

1294.2 mi 55h 43m Score: 7/10

With a drive score of 7 and a maximum elevation of 2,341 feet, this 1,294.2-mile trip offers gently rolling terrain. It includes access to parks and a sparse EV charging network with 3 DC fast chargers.

Editor's pick

Dutch Harbor, AK → Wasilla, AK

1240.4 mi 57h 44m Score: 7/10

This 1,240.4-mile drive, also scoring a 7, features mostly flat terrain and reaches a modest elevation of 73 feet. It provides park access and a sparse EV charging infrastructure, including 3 DC fast chargers.

Dutch Harbor, AK → Palmer, AK

1239.8 mi 57h 45m Score: 7/10

Dutch Harbor, AK → Eagle River, AK

1211.8 mi 57h 10m Score: 7/10

Sitka, AK → College, AK

1172.3 mi 57h 14m Score: 7/10

Homer, AK → Metlakatla, AK

1079.8 mi 52h 13m Score: 7/10

North Pole, AK → Juneau, AK

1040.7 mi 48h 9m Score: 8/10

Juneau, AK → Badger, AK

1036.1 mi 48h 6m Score: 7/10

Palmer, AK → Ketchikan, AK

977.6 mi 49h 18m Score: 7/10

Sterling, AK → Ketchikan, AK

974.8 mi 49h 22m Score: 7/10

Anchor Point, AK → Sitka, AK

927.3 mi 52h 39m Score: 7/10

Sitka, AK → Kenai, AK

878.1 mi 51h 33m Score: 7/10

Sitka, AK → Tanaina, AK

863.6 mi 51h 4m Score: 7/10

Sterling, AK → Sitka, AK

856.5 mi 51h Score: 7/10

Haines, AK → Kenai, AK

798.1 mi 50h 25m Score: 7/10

King Cove, AK → Homer, AK

684.7 mi 31h 17m Score: 7/10

Fairbanks, AK → Fritz Creek, AK

593.3 mi 12h 42m Score: 8/10

Healy, AK → Homer, AK

472.2 mi 10h 7m Score: 9/10

Ketchikan, AK → Sitka, AK

440 mi 17h 48m Score: 7/10

Kodiak, AK → Anchorage, AK

365.3 mi 11h 25m Score: 8/10

Anchorage, AK → Fairbanks, AK

359.8 mi 7h 19m Score: 8/10

Ketchikan, AK → Juneau, AK

291.9 mi 8h 22m Score: 8/10

Homer, AK → Tanaina, AK

268.1 mi 6h Score: 8/10

Tanaina, AK → Homer, AK

267.5 mi 5h 59m Score: 10/10

Eagle River, AK → Diamond Ridge, AK

235.3 mi 5h 20m Score: 10/10

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