Two Hikers stand on top of a very large granite boulder, looking out across the landscape

Alaska Public Lands

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Info

Alaska’s parks, forests, and refuges are rich and varied. The Alaska Public Lands Information Centers help visitors and residents to have meaningful, safe, enjoyable experiences on public lands, and encourages them to sustain the natural and cultural resources of Alaska. These centers provide trip-planning, interpretation, and education for all ages.

Operating Hours

  • ANCHORAGE LOCATION: Summer Hours: 9-5, Daily; Late May to Mid-September; Open Federal Holidays / Winter Hours: 10-5, Monday-Thursday; September to Early May; Closed Federal Holidays.
    Wednesday - 9:00AM - 5:00PM
    Monday - 9:00AM - 5:00PM
    Thursday - 9:00AM - 5:00PM
    Sunday - 9:00AM - 5:00PM
    Tuesday - 9:00AM - 5:00PM
    Friday - 9:00AM - 5:00PM
    Saturday - 9:00AM - 5:00PM
  • FAIRBANKS LOCATION: Summer Hours: 8-6, Daily; Memorial Day through Labor Day; Open Federal Holidays / Winter Hours: 8-5, Monday-Saturday; Labor Day through Memorial Day; Closed Federal Holidays.
    Wednesday - 8:00AM - 6:00PM
    Monday - 8:00AM - 6:00PM
    Thursday - 8:00AM - 6:00PM
    Sunday - 8:00AM - 6:00PM
    Tuesday - 8:00AM - 6:00PM
    Friday - 8:00AM - 6:00PM
    Saturday - 8:00AM - 6:00PM

Weather info

Visitors center is located inside the Federal Building and weather conditions are seasonal conditions of the Anchorage area, outside the facility.