Stop At: Alyeska Pipeline Viewing Point, 1671 Steese Highway, Fairbanks, Alaska 99712
The 800-mile-long, 48-inch-diameter trans- Alaska oil pipeline parallels the Richardson Highway through the Delta Junction area on its way to the Port of Valdez. The line is underground where it crosses the Alaska Highway about half a mile southeast of the center of Delta Junction. At Big Delta, the oil pipeline crosses the Tanana River on a cable suspension bridge.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Santa Claus House, 101 Saint Nicholas Dr, North Pole, Alaska 99705
The Santa Claus House is a Christmas-themed retail store in North Pole, Alaska. It was founded as a trading post alongside the Richardson Highway in 1952 by Con and Nellie Miller, shortly after North Pole itself was founded by real estate developer Everett Dahl. The Santa Claus House served as North Pole's post office from its inception through the early 1970s. Around that same time, the business was relocated coincidental with the relocation of the Richardson Highway through North Pole. Ownership and management was passed down to sons Terry (prior to his untimely death) and Mike, who also hold the distinction of being the only brother pair who both served as president of a state senate in the United States. Santa Claus House is known for the world's largest Santa statue and its "Letters from Santa".
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Morris Thompson Cultural & Visitors Center, 101 Dunkel St, Fairbanks, Alaska 99701
The Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center welcomes visitors year-round. Come explore our world-class exhibits of Alaska’s four seasons, experience Alaska Native art, music, stories & dance, and talk with local experts to gather information and ideas for your travel in Interior and Arctic Alaska. Whether you’re on the trip of a lifetime or preparing for this weekend’s hike, we have something for you. Here you can attend informative lectures and presentations, and reserve one of our rentable spaces for your next board meeting, or workshop. Take a moment to walk around the grounds to see the iconic antler arch and our seasonal displays of flower gardens and ice sculptures.
Duration: 35 minutes
Stop At: University of Alaska Museum of the North, 1962 Yukon DR, Fairbanks, Alaska 99775
The museum's mission is to acquire, conserve, investigate, and interpret specimens and collections relating to the natural, artistic, and cultural heritage of Alaska and the Circumpolar North. Through education, research, and public exhibits, the museum serves the state, national, and international science programs. The museum develops and uses botanical, geological, zoological, and cultural collections; these collections form the basis for understanding past and present issues unique to the North and meeting the challenges of the future.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Pioneer Park, 2300 Airport Way, Fairbanks, Alaska 99701
Pioneer Park is a 44-acre (109-ha) city park in Fairbanks, Alaska, United States run by the Fairbanks North Star Borough Department of Parks and Recreation. The park commemorates early Alaskan history with multiple museums and historic displays on site. The park is located along the Chena River and is accessible from Peger and Airport Roads. A waterfront path connects the park to the Carlson Center, Growden Memorial Park and downtown Fairbanks. There is no admission fee to enter the park, though many of the museums and attractions do charge an entrance fee. Concessions are open from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day, though the park is open year-round and some events are held in the off-season.
Duration: 20 minutes
