Birch Tree Inn & Cabins

10/06/2026

Vice President Vance and his wife are in Fairbanks today!

10/05/2026

We had a little hungry visitor in the yard this morning.
BTW, this is a baby; not an adult.

09/25/2026

The Lights are out over Fairbanks right now.

08/20/2026

Come stay with us in Fairbanks and let us help you chase the Lights! We know all the spots or can refer you to an aurora tour company! Don't miss your opportunity mid-August to late-March.

Book now at https://birchtreeinn.holidayfuture.com/ . Use discount CODE: AURORA20 for a 20% discount off of your stay!

Planning an Alaska trip during Northern Lights season?: https://alaskaitinerary.com/best-places-to-see-northern-lights-alaska/

Choosing the right location 👆can make a huge difference when it comes to seeing the aurora.

While the Northern Lights can be seen across much of Alaska from mid-August to mid-April, locations farther north—especially Fairbanks—typically offer the best odds thanks to clearer skies and their position beneath the auroral oval.

In this guide 👆, we compare the best places to see the Northern Lights in Alaska, including:

• Fairbanks
• Chena Hot Springs
• Murphy Dome
• Anchorage
• Talkeetna
• Denali
• More incredible aurora viewing locations

We also share the best time to visit, what conditions improve your chances, and practical tips to help you plan an unforgettable aurora adventure.

We've explored Alaska during aurora season for years, and this guide brings together our favorite viewing spots and planning advice.

👉 Which Alaska destination would you choose for your Northern Lights adventure?

08/20/2026

Did you know? Exit Glacier wasn't named because it's disappearing—it was named by mountaineers!

In 1968, a team completed the first recorded crossing of the Harding Icefield. After spending days crossing the vast icefield, they descended this glacier to reach the road. It became their exit, and the name has remained ever since.

Today, Exit Glacier is the only glacier in Kenai Fjords National Park you can reach by road, making it one of the park's most popular attractions. Several maintained trails lead to viewpoints, and the Harding Icefield Trail rewards hikers with spectacular views over one of the largest icefields entirely within the United States.

It's also one of the best places in Alaska to see the effects of glacier retreat, with signs marking where the glacier reached in previous decades.

Have you visited Exit Glacier—or is it on your Alaska bucket list?

08/20/2026

Planning to visit Denali in winter?: https://alaskaitinerary.com/denali-in-winter/

Before you go, know this👆: most of Denali National Park is closed during winter. There are no park buses, most visitor services shut down, and your experience will be very different from a summer visit.

In this guide👆, we explain exactly what to expect, including:

• What is open (and what isn't)
• The best winter activities
• Where to stay
• How to get there
• Practical planning tips

We've explored Denali in winter ourselves and share everything you need to know before deciding if a winter visit is right for you.

👉 Would you visit Denali in winter for the peaceful snowy landscapes and Northern Lights, even with limited services?

08/20/2026

Did you know? Alaska has the largest population of bald eagles in the United States.

With abundant coastlines, rivers, lakes, and salmon, Alaska provides incredible habitat for these impressive birds. Bald eagles are especially abundant along the coast and on the islands of Southeast Alaska, where the state’s highest nesting densities occur.

And they are BIG! Bald eagles can have a wingspan of up to 7.5 feet and weigh as much as 14 pounds, with females typically larger than males.

Fish are their main food, but bald eagles are opportunistic. They also eat waterfowl, small mammals, crabs, clams, and carrion.

We've been lucky to see bald eagles in many places across Alaska, but watching them near the water and salmon streams is always special.

Where have you had your most memorable bald eagle sighting in Alaska?

07/04/2026

04/17/2026

Birch Tree Inn & Cabins had a very special guest this week. Honored to have him stay a few nights and enjoy our hot tub, wood-fired sauna and the cozy Borealis Bungalow!

You can join us, too, right now and enjoy 20% off our nightly rates for stays between now and May 15th.

Just book at: https://birchtreeinn.holidayfuture.com/

04/14/2026

🌷 Spring Break-Up Special 🌷

Shake off winter and sneak away to a peaceful stay in the birch trees! For a limited time, enjoy **25% off nightly stays through May 15th** in our cozy Borealis Bungalow.

Guests love our:
✨ Private entrance
✨ Hot tub
✨ Wood-fired sauna
✨ Breakfast items provided
✨ Serene birch tree surroundings
✨ Beautiful aurora views

Whether you are looking for a quiet getaway, a romantic retreat, or a relaxing place to recharge, this is the perfect time to book.

Book direct here: https://birchtreeinn.holidayfuture.com/