Roadside Attractions in Alaska
4 stops across 2 towns in Alaska — the oversized, the handmade and the barely-signposted.
Worth the detour in Alaska
Denali Highway
Cantwell, Alaska
This spectacular 135-mile gravel route connects Cantwell to Paxson, offering some of the most breathtaking, untouched wilderness views in Alaska. Once the only gateway to Denali National Park, it treats drivers to panoramic vistas of the Alaska Range and active glaciers! It remains one of the premier off-the-beaten-path road trips in North America.
Igloo City
Cantwell, Alaska
This massive, four-story concrete igloo was built in the 1970s as a hotel but was never completed. Today, the derelict shell stands as one of Alaska's most iconic and bizarre roadside landmarks. Though fenced off to the public, it remains a must-see photo stop for travelers.
Broad Pass
Cantwell, Alaska
Broad Pass is one of the most beautiful and expansive mountain passes in Alaska, offering sweeping 360-degree views of the Alaska Range. Despite being surrounded by towering peaks, it is surprisingly low and flat, making it an easy and breathtaking roadside stop. Keep an eye out for migrating caribou and dramatic weather shifts.
Browse by town in Alaska
The busiest town here is Cantwell (3). Every listing has photos, opening hours, admission and directions, and the directory grows whenever somebody searches for a stop that isn't in it yet.