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Wickersham Dome

Mountain peak · Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area ·

Wickersham Dome

Mountain peak · Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area ·
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When and How to See the Northern Lights in Alaska

"Listed alongside other Fairbanks domes by the Geophysical Institute, Wickersham Dome is presented as another accessible vantage point for trying to see the northern lights." - Jamie Carter Jamie Carter Jamie Carter is an experienced science, technology, and travel journalist and the editor of WhenIsTheNextEclipse.com. An avid stargazer, Jamie writes about exploring the night sky, solar and lunar eclipses, moon-gazing, astro-travel, astronomy, and space exploration. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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Panoramic views ideal for aurora watching and hiking

moderate hike
trail improvement
bug spray
boardwalks
berry picking
skiing
snowshoes
trailhead parking
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Panoramic views ideal for aurora watching and hiking

moderate hike
trail improvement
bug spray
boardwalks
berry picking
skiing
snowshoes
trailhead parking
Google Rating
5.0 (14)
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