BRW → PIZ

Patterned Ground

Exquisite views of polygonal ice-wedge patterns etched into the permafrost across the North Slope.

Thermokarst Lakes

A dense mosaic of thousands of shallow, oval-shaped lakes formed by thawing permafrost.

Kasegaluk Lagoon

One of the world's largest lagoon systems, stretching over 125 miles with vibrant turquoise and silt-colored waters.

Caribou Trails

In summer months, look for the faint, crisscrossing lines of caribou migration paths across the open tundra.

Meandering River Deltas

Slow-moving rivers like the Kuk and Inaru winding in tight oxbows toward the coast.

Chukchi Sea Ice

Dramatic ice floes and pressure ridges visible during winter and spring months.

Barrier Islands

Narrow strips of sand and gravel separating the Arctic Ocean from the coastal lagoons.

Marine Horizon

The vast, unobstructed horizon of the Arctic Ocean, often exhibiting unique atmospheric mirages.

Peard Bay

A significant coastal indentation providing a deep blue contrast to the shallow lagoon waters.

Arctic Sunset

The golden hour reflections off the water surface are particularly intense at these high latitudes.