What to See & Do in North Pole, Alaska
Festive Attractions
- Santa Claus House
The signature attraction of North Pole, featuring one-of-a-kind Christmas ornaments, delicious fudge, and sit-downs with Santa and Mrs. Claus. You can also purchase letters from Santa and meet his reindeer in the adjacent pen.
101 St Nicholas Dr, North Pole, AK 99705
1-907-488-2200 - Antler Academy Reindeer Team
Meet and feed Santa’s real-life reindeer at the pen next to Santa Claus House.
Parks & Nature
- Chena Lakes Recreation Area
A multi-function recreation park for camping, hiking, fishing, swimming, biking, and boating in summer. In winter, enjoy ice fishing, skiing, snowmachining, and Aurora viewing.
3780 Laurance Rd, North Pole, AK 99705
1-907-488-1655
Tours & Adventures
- The Alaskan Experience
A family-owned business offering guided ATV and 4-wheeler trips into Interior Alaska. Known for knowledgeable guides and excellent reviews on TripAdvisor.
1-907-290-3133 - Rod’s Alaskan Guide Service – Dog Sledding & More
Authentic winter adventures including dog sledding (from 30 minutes to 4-hour Aurora tours), snowmobiling, ice fishing, and Northern Lights viewing.
3355 Repp Rd, North Pole, AK 99705
1-907-378-1851
Festivals & Events
- North Pole Winterfest & Holiday Bazaar
An annual December celebration featuring local crafts, a holiday market, live entertainment, and fireworks.
Downtown North Pole - Jingle in July
A summer festival bringing Christmas to the midnight sun with parades, food, and family fun.
Seasonal Highlights
| Season | Highlights |
|---|---|
| Winter (Nov–Dec) | Santa Claus House, Winterfest, dog sledding with Rod’s Alaskan Guide Service, snowmobiling, Aurora at Chena Lakes |
| Summer | “Jingle in July,” hiking, fishing, and boating at Chena Lakes, ATV tours with The Alaskan Experience |
| Year-Round | Santa Claus House, festive décor in town, Antler Academy Reindeer Team, North Pole Park trails |
