- Alaska has many small communities that are only accessible by air.
- Several major airlines offer direct flights to Anchorage, the state's largest city, from cities in the Lower 48 and Canada.
- Smaller regional airlines provide service to smaller communities within the state.
2. Road travel:
- Alaska has over 70,000 miles of roads, including the Alaska Highway, which connects the state to the rest of North America.
- During winter, many roads are covered in snow and ice, requiring winter tires or chains.
3. Marine travel:
- The Alaska Marine Highway System provides ferry service to many coastal communities in the state.
- The Inside Passage, a protected route along the Pacific Coast, is a popular route for cruise ships.
4. Rail travel:
- The Alaska Railroad operates passenger trains between Anchorage and Fairbanks, as well as several other destinations.
5. Sled dog:
- In some rural areas of Alaska, people still rely on sled dogs as a primary mode of transportation during winter.
