Things to do in Valdez

Alaska's largest tidewater glacier in Prince William Sound captivates with dramatic calving events and massive icebergs. Guided boat tours offer views of the dynamic ice face while spotting sea otters and seals nearby.

This intimate museum chronicles Valdez's rich heritage through exhibits on the 1964 earthquake and Exxon Valdez oil spill. Examine the rare 19th-century Fresnel lighthouse lens up close.

Witness massive blue icebergs that have calved from Valdez Glacier while surrounded by the majestic Chugach Mountains. Kayak among these floating ice sculptures in summer or glide across the frozen lake in winter.

This pristine alpine lake in the Alaska Range offers exceptional fishing for Arctic grayling and lake trout. Rustic campsites provide panoramic mountain views, where wildlife sightings enhance the tranquil atmosphere.

Nestled in Thompson Pass, Blueberry Lake offers alpine serenity with panoramic Chugach Mountain views. Fish for grayling in crystalline waters or wander nearby trails during the brief summer season.

Solomon Gulch Hatchery is just one of the places to see in Valdez, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

The Maxine & Jesse Whitney Museum houses one of the world's largest Native Alaskan art collections, featuring ivory carvings and moose-antler furniture. Explore indigenous cultures through well-curated exhibits.

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Maxine and Jesse Whitney Museum in Valdez. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.