Valdez
United States · AlaskaUS
Town in Alaska
Valdez is a city in the Chugach Census Area in the U.S. state of Alaska. In 2020, the population of Valdez was 3,985, up slightly from 3,976 in 2010. It is the third most populated city in Alaska's Unorganized Borough.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 3,985
- Coordinates
- 61.131, -146.348
- Timezone
- America/Anchorage
- Elevation
- 30 m
Overview of Valdez
Valdez — a village in Alaska, United States — is worth a place on your map. Around 3,985 people live here. And that scale sets the rhythm of a stay. Plan around culture and water sports and you will not run out of ideas. It lies in the northern hemisphere, which drives its seasonal calendar.
Things to do in Valdez
Culture in Valdez
(1)Under culture, Valdez is tagged with Docks. Each one is worth building half a day around. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Valdez.
Water Sports in Valdez
(1)Our data lists Water Sports as water sports options here. Plan them together and you have a full day. The list follows Valdez's own activity tags.
Best time to visit Valdez
The warm stretch of June to September is when water activities work best.
Getting there & around
Public transport thins out here — the nearest hub in Alaska plus a short drive is the usual route. Set your clock to America/Anchorage on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Valdez that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Valdez known for?
- Travellers associate Valdez with culture and water sports. It sits in Alaska, United States and counts about 3,985 residents.
- What can you do in Valdez?
- Valdez is tagged with Docks and Water Sports, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Valdez?
- The warm stretch of June to September is when water activities work best.
- Where is Valdez located?
- Valdez belongs to Alaska, United States, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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