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Nome/Kotzebue

Did you know...Nome is the finish line for the 1,100-mile Iditarod Sled Dog Race?

Nome was built along the Bering Sea, 539 air miles northwest of Anchorage and 102 miles south of the Arctic Circle. Famous for it’s gold rush history, the 1898 discovery of $1500/pan of gold by three Scandinavians brought thousands of miners to this small town on Norton Sound. Since then, Nome's gold fields have yielded $136 million. The population of Nome is a mixture of Eskimos (approximately 58%) and non-Natives. Although many employment opportunities are available, subsistence activities are prevalent in the community.

Kotzebue is located 33 miles above the Arctic Circle along Alaska's Western coast. Musk ox, bears and smaller mammals can be found here. During summer, waterfowl and other migratory birds arrive by the millions to nest in the lakes and ponds on the tundra and river deltas. Kotzebue Sound is surrounded by federal lands, several of which protect both wildlife and archeological sites.

The Great Arctic: Kotzebue & Nome Departure Days Starting At

Travel deep into the heart of Alaska's northwest arctic region. Learn More »

 Anchorage 2 $1,599
Destination Nome: Iditarod & Northern Lights Departure Days Starting At

Winter in Alaska is a magical time, and the epic 1,000-mile Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race is Alaska's number one winter event! Learn More »

 Nome 7 $3,475
Adventure in Nome Departure Days Starting At

Fly to the edge of the Bering Sea and discover Alaska's far north region. Learn More »

 Anchorage 1 $649