The Northern Lights
The Northern Lights, also known as the aurora borealis, are best viewed in Fairbanks between August and April. The lights are especially visible from late evening to the very early morning.
El Dorado Gold Mine
The El Dorado is a gold rush era mine located 10 miles north of Fairbanks. The mine features a miniature railroad tour, a two hour guided tour through a permafrost tunnel, and a short course in gold mining. Rates as of 2010 are $34.95 for adults, $22.95 for children under 12, and free for children under 3.
Creamer's Field
Creamer's Field located along the northern edge of town is a waterfowl refuge and wildlife viewing center. It connects to the 1 mile Boreal Forest Trail. Hikers can gaze on beautiful migratory waterfowl from the Creamer's Field observation tower.
Cross-Country Skiing
Fairbanks is home to many outdoor sports, including Sonot Kkaazoot held in March. It's a 50 km cross-country skiing race open to skiers of all levels. The name means "sliding around in the beginning of spring" in the Koyukon language spoken by indigenous people in the west of Alaska.
The Yukon Quest
Each February, Fairbanks is home to The Yukon Quest, a 1,000 mile long sled dog race. The race is run along a Gold Rush era mail route from Fairbanks to Whitehorse, Yukon.
