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Road trip from Irvine to Anchorage

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ITINERARY

70h 56m3,663 miles18 stops
1
Strawberry Farms Golf Club
11 Strawberry Farm Rd, Irvine, CA 92612-2300
2
Anaheim Convention Center
800 W Katella Ave Suite 600, Anaheim, CA 92802-3496
3
Yorba Regional Park
7600 E La Palma Ave, Anaheim, CA 92807-2444
4
International Surfing Museum
411 Olive Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92648-5142
5
Shadow Creek Golf Club
3 Shadow Creek Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89081-2404
Designed by Tom Fazio, this magnificent 18-hole championship course is characterized by sparkling creeks, towering waterfalls and lush gardens, all of which are framed by commanding mountains.
6
The Rat Pack is Back
255 E Flamingo Rd Tuscany Suites and Casino, Las Vegas, NV 89169-4708
The number 1 Rat Pack show in the world, now in its' 24th year. The only show of its' kind with an award from the Congress of the United States of America, a full time show running in Las Vegas and national and international touring companies, appearances in over 40 states, 8000 performances and over 3 million satisfied customers.
7
Great Salt Lake
Salt Lake City, UT 84116
This 20,000 square mile lake, the second saltiest in the world, is also a wildlife refuge attracting millions of migratory birds every year to the ten islands within it.
8
Sugar House Park
1300 E 2100 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84106-2871
Once the site of Utah Territorial Prison, this park is a lot more pleasant today, with a gently rolling landscape great for running.
9
Red Butte Garden
300 Wakara Way, Salt Lake City, UT 84108-1214
Red Butte Garden is the largest botanical garden in the Intermountain West and, together with the University of Utah, is the state arboretum. The Garden has welcomed guests since 1985 and consists of over 21 acres of developed gardens and five miles of hiking trails winding through an extensive Natural Area. All just minutes away from downtown Salt Lake City. The Garden is renowned for plant collections, themed gardens, over 560,000 springtime blooms, gorgeous private rental spaces, a world-class summer concert series, and award-winning horticulture-based educational programs.
10
Ogden Nature Center
966 W 12th St, Ogden, UT 84404-5410
This 127-acre wildlife sanctuary offers hands-on field classes for children, teachers and adults and a rehabilitation facility for hundreds of injured and orphaned wild birds.
11
Talisman Brewing Co.
1258 Gibson Ave, Ogden, UT 84404-5541
12
Andy's Club
501 N Washington Blvd, Ogden, UT 84404-3554
13
Girdwood Brewing Company
2700 Alyeska Highway, Girdwood, Anchorage, AK 99587
Enjoy local brews and epic views of the Chugach mountains at Girdwood Brewing Company. We have a beautiful timber framed taproom adorned with local art and ski relics. For those who prefer the outdoors, there’s an awesome beer garden with fire pits and plenty of seating. We offer up four core beers and a series of rotating taps. Root beer, cold brew coffee, and kombucha are available for those looking for an alcohol free beverage. Tasters and 12 ounce pours are available to drink in the taproom. If you are looking for beer to go, we fill growlers, sell 5 gallon kegs, and have 4-packs of 16 ounce cans with labels designed by Alaskan artists (for sale in the taproom only). Food trucks are on-site every day, and we have cool merchandise for you to take home. Girdwood Brewing Company is truly rooted in our community. We donate to a number of nonprofits and outdoor adventure organizations. Our brewery also provides year round employment to over a dozen locals.
14
Indian Valley Mine, National Historic Site
Mile 104 Seward Highway, Indian, Anchorage, AK 99540
The main cabin, which contains the gift shop, and the assay building at Indian Valley Mine has some of the oldest structures built on the Turnagain Arm, and are listed as a National Historic Site. Indian Valley Mine offers visitors the opportunity to learn gold panning and browse through two historic cabins built in the early 1900's a small museum and gift shop, or simply sit back on one of our benches and take in the panoramic view of the Turnagain Arm.
15
Planet Walk
5th & G Street Kincaid Park, Anchorage, AK
16
Jazzy Gourmet Popcorn
11823 Old Glenn Hwy Next to Jalapeños, Anchorage, AK 99577-7751
Jazzy Gourmet Popcorn’s owner, Mr. Roland’s inspiration for starting this business was his brother, an owner of one of Houston’s most popular popcorn establishments. JGP offers free samples of over 50 flavors of gourmet popcorn. We have gourmet flavors to please every palate including sweet, savory or spicy. If you’re feeling a little nutty, we offer flavors with cashews, pecans, walnuts & more.
17
Escape Anchorage
20828 Bill Stephens Dr, Chugiak, Anchorage, AK 99567-5674
Escape rooms built from the ground up for a unique experience, each game is owner created and directly operated. Teams receive personalized clues based on team size and level of experience allowing most players to complete their mission. All games are private no matter the team size making each experience uniquely yours. Open 7 days a week 8am-10pm. Bookings made online or by calling directly. Accommodations made for as few as 2 players up to large team building events of 24 players. Same day and last minute bookings often available by calling directly.
18
Four Seasons Trans Group
1020 W 12th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501-4577
We provide shuttle services within Anchorage, Seward, Talkeetna, Whittier, Palmer, Wasilla, and Girdwood.
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OVERVIEW

Irvine to Anchorage
1
Start:Strawberry Farms Golf Club
Irvine, California·
4.0
(99) review
11 Strawberry Farm Rd, Irvine, CA 92612-2300
2
Anaheim Convention Center
Anaheim, California·
4.5
(976) review
800 W Katella Ave Suite 600, Anaheim, CA 92802-3496
3
Yorba Regional Park
Anaheim, California·
4.5
(97) review
7600 E La Palma Ave, Anaheim, CA 92807-2444
4
International Surfing Museum
Huntington Beach, California·
4.0
(99) review
411 Olive Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92648-5142
5
Shadow Creek Golf Club
Las Vegas, Nevada·
4.5
(69) review
Designed by Tom Fazio, this magnificent 18-hole championship course is characterized by sparkling creeks, towering waterfalls and lush gardens, all of which are framed by commanding mountains.
3 Shadow Creek Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89081-2404
6
The Rat Pack is Back
Las Vegas, Nevada·
4.0
(999) review
The number 1 Rat Pack show in the world, now in its' 24th year. The only show of its' kind with an award from the Congress of the United States of America, a full time show running in Las Vegas and national and international touring companies, appearances in over 40 states, 8000 performances and over 3 million satisfied customers.
255 E Flamingo Rd Tuscany Suites and Casino, Las Vegas, NV 89169-4708
7
Great Salt Lake
Salt Lake City, Utah·
4.0
(987) review
This 20,000 square mile lake, the second saltiest in the world, is also a wildlife refuge attracting millions of migratory birds every year to the ten islands within it.
Salt Lake City, UT 84116
8
Sugar House Park
Salt Lake City, Utah·
4.5
(99) review
Once the site of Utah Territorial Prison, this park is a lot more pleasant today, with a gently rolling landscape great for running.
1300 E 2100 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84106-2871
9
Red Butte Garden
Salt Lake City, Utah·
4.5
(925) review
Red Butte Garden is the largest botanical garden in the Intermountain West and, together with the University of Utah, is the state arboretum. The Garden has welcomed guests since 1985 and consists of over 21 acres of developed gardens and five miles of hiking trails winding through an extensive Natural Area. All just minutes away from downtown Salt Lake City. The Garden is renowned for plant collections, themed gardens, over 560,000 springtime blooms, gorgeous private rental spaces, a world-class summer concert series, and award-winning horticulture-based educational programs.
300 Wakara Way, Salt Lake City, UT 84108-1214
10
Ogden Nature Center
Ogden, Utah·
4.5
(71) review
This 127-acre wildlife sanctuary offers hands-on field classes for children, teachers and adults and a rehabilitation facility for hundreds of injured and orphaned wild birds.
966 W 12th St, Ogden, UT 84404-5410
11
Talisman Brewing Co.
Ogden, Utah·
5.0
(9) review
1258 Gibson Ave, Ogden, UT 84404-5541
12
Andy's Club
Ogden, Utah·
4.0
(7) review
501 N Washington Blvd, Ogden, UT 84404-3554
13
Girdwood Brewing Company
Girdwood, Anchorage, Alaska·
4.5
(97) review
Enjoy local brews and epic views of the Chugach mountains at Girdwood Brewing Company. We have a beautiful timber framed taproom adorned with local art and ski relics. For those who prefer the outdoors, there’s an awesome beer garden with fire pits and plenty of seating. We offer up four core beers and a series of rotating taps. Root beer, cold brew coffee, and kombucha are available for those looking for an alcohol free beverage. Tasters and 12 ounce pours are available to drink in the taproom. If you are looking for beer to go, we fill growlers, sell 5 gallon kegs, and have 4-packs of 16 ounce cans with labels designed by Alaskan artists (for sale in the taproom only). Food trucks are on-site every day, and we have cool merchandise for you to take home. Girdwood Brewing Company is truly rooted in our community. We donate to a number of nonprofits and outdoor adventure organizations. Our brewery also provides year round employment to over a dozen locals.
2700 Alyeska Highway, Girdwood, Anchorage, AK 99587
14
Indian Valley Mine, National Historic Site
Indian, Anchorage, Alaska·
4.5
(95) review
The main cabin, which contains the gift shop, and the assay building at Indian Valley Mine has some of the oldest structures built on the Turnagain Arm, and are listed as a National Historic Site. Indian Valley Mine offers visitors the opportunity to learn gold panning and browse through two historic cabins built in the early 1900's a small museum and gift shop, or simply sit back on one of our benches and take in the panoramic view of the Turnagain Arm.
Mile 104 Seward Highway, Indian, Anchorage, AK 99540
15
Planet Walk
Anchorage, Alaska·
3.5
(8) review
5th & G Street Kincaid Park, Anchorage, AK
16
Jazzy Gourmet Popcorn
Anchorage, Alaska·
4.0
(7) review
Jazzy Gourmet Popcorn’s owner, Mr. Roland’s inspiration for starting this business was his brother, an owner of one of Houston’s most popular popcorn establishments. JGP offers free samples of over 50 flavors of gourmet popcorn. We have gourmet flavors to please every palate including sweet, savory or spicy. If you’re feeling a little nutty, we offer flavors with cashews, pecans, walnuts & more.
11823 Old Glenn Hwy Next to Jalapeños, Anchorage, AK 99577-7751
17
Escape Anchorage
Chugiak, Anchorage, Alaska·
5.0
(5) review
Escape rooms built from the ground up for a unique experience, each game is owner created and directly operated. Teams receive personalized clues based on team size and level of experience allowing most players to complete their mission. All games are private no matter the team size making each experience uniquely yours. Open 7 days a week 8am-10pm. Bookings made online or by calling directly. Accommodations made for as few as 2 players up to large team building events of 24 players. Same day and last minute bookings often available by calling directly.
20828 Bill Stephens Dr, Chugiak, Anchorage, AK 99567-5674
18
Four Seasons Trans Group
Anchorage, Alaska·
5.0
(98) review
We provide shuttle services within Anchorage, Seward, Talkeetna, Whittier, Palmer, Wasilla, and Girdwood.
1020 W 12th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501-4577

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What's the driving distance between Irvine and Anchorage?
The distance is 3,663 miles
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The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 70h 56m mins in normal traffic
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