Beluga Point Overlook
Roadside pull-off at Mile 110.5 of the Seward Highway with 180-degree views over Turnagain Arm. Spotting scopes and interpretive signs on-site; prime spot to watch the bore tide surge and, in mid-July through August, beluga whales. One of the most-photographed stops on Alaska's most scenic highway.
Sitting at milepost 110.5 on the Seward Highway, this pull-off puts riders on a rocky promontory that juts directly into Turnagain Arm. The turnout has paved parking, accessible spotting scopes, and interpretive panels — everything you need to stop, orient yourself, and actually look at what's in front of you rather than just glancing from the saddle. The 180-degree sweep across the water is wide enough that nothing feels cropped or partial.
The whales are the headliner, but the bore tide is worth planning around on its own. Twice a day the incoming tide pushes a wave up the length of Turnagain Arm, and Beluga Point is one of the better vantage points to watch it arrive. Mid-July through August is the prime window for beluga sightings, when the white whales follow salmon runs up the inlet. A sighting is never guaranteed, but the spotting scopes give you a real chance. If the whales don't show, the tidal scenery and the scale of the arm still make the stop worthwhile.
One practical note from the Alaska Department of Fish and Game: stay on designated parking areas and pathways and keep well clear of the mudflats near the inlet. Turnagain Arm's tidal mudflats are genuinely dangerous — the mud can trap a person quickly — so the overlook is the right place to stay.
Unmissable pull-off on the Seward Highway — easy access, dramatic tidal scenery, and a natural excuse to stretch your legs without leaving the pavement.
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