Alaska Trail-Blazer: The Cat - Alaska Historical Society
WEBAug 11, 2015 · Alaska Trail-Blazer: The Cat. by Chris Allan. Few machines are capable of moving over Alaska’s snow- and ice-covered terrain, much less while hauling heavy cargo. The Caterpillar-style tractor is one such machine, and it caused a revolution in northern transportation, construction, and mining.
Booking an Alaska Sightseeing Train: what you need to know
WEBMay 7, 2023 · In the state of Alaska, you have two main options for sightseeing trains: the Alaska Railroad which covers the south-central and interior regions, and the White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad which covers southeastern Alaska. Now you just need to pick your route for a relaxing, scenic adventure!
White Pass & Yukon Route Railway - Tripadvisor
WEBWhite Pass & Yukon Route Railway. Built in 1898 during the Klondike Gold Rush, this narrow gauge railroad is an International Historic Civil Engineering Landmark. Experience the breathtaking panorama of mountains, glaciers, trestles & tunnels from the comfort of vintage train cars.
White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad | Scenic Rail Trips - ALASKA.ORG
WEBRide the rails on a real gold-rush era, narrow-gauge railroad from Skagway into the heart of the Yukon. On the White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad, you’ll have several trip options, taking you past glacial rivers, waterfalls, and gorges for a real taste of wild Alaska.
Cat train leaving Anaktuvuk Pass Village. - vilda.alaska.edu
WEBCat train leaving Anaktuvuk Pass Village. Description: Title taken from verso. View of Caterpillar construction equipment convoy leaving Anaktuvuk Pass in Brooks Range headed for Northern Alaska during Trans-Alaska Pipeline construction. March 16, 1974. Photographer: Steve McCutcheon. Original photograph size: 8 1/8" x …
Most Scenic Alaska Train Routes | Best Alaska Railroad Trips ...
WEBWhat Alaska Railroad route is the most scenic? The entire Alaska Railroad from Seward to Fairbanks is scenic. The track covers 470 miles of Alaska, from the mountainous Kenai Peninsula, to the sweeping tundra of the Interior.
The train that takes on Alaska’s Mt McKinley - BBC
WEBThe 470-mile Denali Star line tracks through a vast landscape so wild, it can be easier to spot caribou than people and one town’s mayor is a cat named Stubbs.
Discover Alaska by Rail - Road Scholar
WEBLearn about the Alaska Railroad while journeying its entire length. Explore a cross-section of Alaska life (and wildlife) in Fairbanks, Denali, Talkeetna, Anchorage, and Seward.
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WEBAlaska’s Premier Rail Tour Exciting Rail Tours Made by Real Alaskans. Wilderness Express railcars are the most innovative in the travel and tourism industry. The railcars are among the largest in the world. Enjoy the dome viewing for …
Alaska by Train: A Comprehensive Traveler’s Handbook
WEBFeb 23, 2024 · Alaska Railroad’s flagship train is the Denali Star, and a twelve-hour journey from Anchorage to Fairbanks is a wonderful way to see a lot of the Alaska interior with little effort on your part – just sit back and enjoy the ride!