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Alaska is the largest state in the United States, and it's known for its natural beauty, wildlife, and vast wilderness.
The state is also known for its top landowners, which include a mix of public entities and private corporations.
Here's a closer look at the top 10 landowners in Alaska.
Top Landowners In Alaska
| Landowners | Total Acres |
|---|---|
| 1. State of Alaska | 222,900,000 |
| 2. Doyon, Limited | 12,500,000 |
| 3. Arctic Slope Regional Corporation | 5,300,000 |
| 4. Cook Inlet Region, Inc | 1,700,000 |
| 5. Chugach Alaska Corporation | 1,700,000 |
| 6. Ahtna, Incorporated | 1,600,000 |
| 7. The Conservation Fund | 1,200,000 |
| 8. Eklutna, Inc. | 100,000 |
| 9. Municipality of Anchorage | 93,000 |
| 10. University of Alaska | 84,000 |
1. State of Alaska
The State of Alaska is the largest landowner in the state, with approximately 222.9 million acres of land under its control.
This represents over 60% of the total land area in Alaska.
The state manages this land for a variety of purposes, including wildlife conservation, resource extraction, and recreation.
2. Doyon, Limited
Doyon, Limited is another Native corporation based in Fairbanks, Alaska.
The company owns approximately 12.5 million acres of land in the state, making it the second-largest landowner in Alaska.
Doyon, Limited was established in 1971 under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, and it represents more than 19,000 shareholders.
3. Arctic Slope Regional Corporation
The Arctic Slope Regional Corporation is a Native corporation based in Utqiagvik, Alaska.
The company owns approximately 5.3 million acres of land in the state, primarily in the North Slope region.
The corporation was established in 1971 under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, which aimed to provide land and financial compensation to Alaska Natives who had been displaced from their traditional lands.
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4. Cook Inlet Region, Inc
Cook Inlet Region, Inc. (CIRI) is an Alaska Native corporation based in Anchorage, Alaska.
The company owns approximately 1.7 million acres of land in the state, primarily in the Cook Inlet region.
CIRI was established in 1971 under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, and it represents more than 8,000 shareholders.
5. Chugach Alaska Corporation
Chugach Alaska Corporation is another Alaska Native corporation based in Anchorage, Alaska.
The company owns approximately 1.7 million acres of land in the state, primarily in the Southcentral region.
The corporation was established in 1971 under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, and it represents more than 2,500 shareholders.
6. Ahtna, Incorporated
Ahtna, Incorporated is a Native corporation based in Glennallen, Alaska.
The company owns approximately 1.6 million acres of land in the state, primarily in the Copper River region.
Ahtna, Incorporated was established in 1971 under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, and it represents more than 2,000 shareholders.
7. The Conservation Fund
The Conservation Fund is a national nonprofit organization that works to protect and conserve natural resources in the United States.
The organization owns approximately 1.2 million acres of land in Alaska, primarily in the Tongass National Forest.
The Conservation Fund acquires land for conservation purposes and works to find sustainable uses for the land.
8. Eklutna, Inc.
Eklutna, Inc. is an Alaska Native corporation based in Anchorage, Alaska.
The company owns approximately 100,000 acres of land in the state, primarily in the Anchorage area.
Eklutna, Inc. was established in 1971 under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, and it represents more than 700 shareholders.
9. Municipality of Anchorage
The Municipality of Anchorage is a local government entity that owns approximately 93,000 acres of land in the Anchorage area.
This land is used for a variety of purposes, including parks, recreation, and public facilities.
10. University of Alaska
The University of Alaska is a public university system that owns approximately 84,000 acres of land in the state.