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Alaska

A travel journal to Valdez by biggamehunter

Quote: A brief overview of the home of the infamous EXXON VALDEZ oiltanker. As devistating as the event was, Valdez, the little Switzerland of Alaska, is one of the most breathtaking cities in the state.
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Overview

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Having lived here for 28 years, I tend to forget some of the beauty our city has to offer. 12 miles out of town, you will find "Bridal Veil" and "Horsetail" Falls. Both rise up out of Keystone Canyon. You can actually stand under the falls if you can take the pressure and the cold. The terminus of the Trans Alaska pipeline is right across the bay. A 25 minute helicopter ride will put you right on top of the mighty Columbia Glacier or you can take one of the tour boats. You can set foot on one of the worlds largest concrete floating docks. Catch halibut in excess of 200lbs. Looking for some adventure, Keystone Rafting offers a float trip on class 3 & 4 rapids through Keystone Canyon. How about downhill...Read More

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biggamehunter

biggamehunter
Valdez, Alaska

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