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The Seward Highway is a highway in the U.S. state of Alaska that extends 125 miles (201 km) from Seward to Anchorage. It was completed in 1951 and runs through the scenic Kenai Peninsula, Chugach National Forest, Turnagain Arm, and Kenai Mountains.
Alaska Route 1 ( AK-1) is a state highway in the southern part of the U.S. state of Alaska. It runs from Homer northeast and east to Tok by way of Anchorage. It is one of two routes in Alaska to contain significant portions of freeway: the Seward Highway in south Anchorage and the Glenn Highway between Anchorage and Palmer.
- 545.92 mi (878.57 km)
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Sep 14, 2010 · Overview. Starting in Anchorage, the route meanders generally south 127 miles (204 kilometers) from sea to mountains to sea across the Kenai Peninsula, ending in the harbor town of Seward on...
- Chugach State Park. Chugach State Park sits just outside Anchorage and provides a wilderness playground of over half a million acres. The landscapes, rugged mountains, and crystal clear lakes create an exciting adventure.
- Beluga Point. Approximately 20 miles south of Anchorage sits Beluga Point. This is a must-visit destination if you’re a nature enthusiast or want to enjoy wildlife.
- Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center is an extensive 200-acre wildlife conservation and education center. This non-profit organization dedicates time, energy, and resources to helping orphaned, injured, and displaced animals.
- Begich, Boggs Visitor Center. Just down the Seward Highway from the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center lies the Begich, Boggs Visitor Center. It stays open from Memorial Day through Labor Day and provides a great opportunity to learn about the uniqueness of Chugach National Forest.
Aug 2, 2021 · Length: Approx. 127 miles. Time Cost: Close to 3 hours (in the summer) Open: Year-round. Road Condition: Mostly paved (besides construction zones in the summer) Highest Point: Turnagain Pass (1015 ft. elevation) Communities Along the Way: Anchorage, Girdwood, Whittier, Hope, Moose Pass, and Seward. Map courtesy of www.fhwa.dot.gov.
Designated a National Forest Scenic Byway, All-American Road and Alaska Scenic Byway, the Seward Highway follows Turnagain Arm through Chugach State Park and Chugach National Forest, and offers spectacular views of the glaciated Kenai Mountains.
