Monitor Anchorage Traffic in Real-Time
Access 200+ live traffic cameras across Anchorage — where Alaska's largest city meets some of the most extreme driving conditions in the United States. Our interactive map provides real-time access to live street feeds and intersection cameras throughout downtown Anchorage and the midtown district. Monitor the Glenn Highway to Eagle River, check Seward Highway along Turnagain Arm, and track conditions on Minnesota Drive and city arterials serving nearly 300,000 residents through subarctic winters and midnight-sun summers.
VIEW ANCHORAGE CAMERAS →Coverage Areas
Glenn Highway
50+ Live Cameras
Downtown to Eagle River and Palmer, main east corridor. Traffic volume near the S Curves reaches approximately 60,000 vehicles per day according to Alaska DOT&PF data.
Seward Highway
45+ Live Cameras
Downtown to Turnagain Arm, scenic coastal route to Kenai Peninsula
Minnesota Drive / New Seward
40+ Live Cameras
North-south freeway through midtown and south Anchorage
City Arterials
35+ Live Cameras
Northern Lights, Tudor, Dimond, Benson, and major intersections
Downtown Anchorage
30+ Live Cameras
4th Avenue, 5th Avenue, C Street, A Street grid
Features
Interactive Map
View all Anchorage cameras on an interactive map with real-time clustering
Grid View
Browse cameras in a filterable grid with search and sort options
Save Favorites
Bookmark frequently-used cameras for quick access
Live Updates
Real-time feeds from AKDOT and 511 systems
24/7 Access
Monitor conditions during dark winter months and bright summer nights
Mobile Friendly
Fully responsive design works on all devices
About Anchorage Traffic
Anchorage is home to roughly 40% of Alaska's entire population, concentrated in a bowl between the Chugach Mountains to the east and Cook Inlet to the west. Anchorage residents enjoy an average commute time of approximately 19 minutes, notably shorter than the national average but subject to dramatic winter increases.
According to the Municipality of Anchorage, the city recorded 2,395 traffic accidents in 2023, with alcohol-impaired driving remaining a significant factor in serious incidents.
This geography funnels all highway traffic through a limited number of corridors.
The city's road network was designed for a smaller population, and growth in Eagle River, Wasilla, and the Mat-Su Valley has turned the Glenn Highway into a daily commuter gauntlet that far exceeds its original capacity. Users can also monitor live street feeds along Northern Lights Boulevard and Tudor Road to navigate around surface street gridlock or winter incidents.
The Glenn Highway (AK-1) serves as the primary connection between Anchorage and the Matanuska-Susitna Valley communities to the north. Commuters from Eagle River, Palmer, and Wasilla pack this highway each morning, creating stop-and-go conditions from the Eagle River interchange through the Muldoon Road corridor into downtown. The afternoon reversal clogs the same stretch from roughly 4:00-6:30 PM. The Glenn Highway's limited number of lanes and the mountainous terrain make expansion difficult, leaving commuters with few alternative routes.
Morning rush runs approximately 7:00-8:30 AM, with evening rush from 4:00-6:30 PM. Winter conditions can extend commute times dramatically — a 20-minute summer drive from Eagle River to downtown can take over an hour in winter storms.
The Seward Highway (AK-1/AK-9) provides the only road connection between Anchorage and the Kenai Peninsula, running south along the dramatic Turnagain Arm before climbing through the Chugach Mountains. This two-lane stretch between Anchorage and Girdwood is one of the most dangerous roads in Alaska, with avalanche zones, rockfall areas, and tidal bore conditions. Through Anchorage proper, the Seward Highway functions as the New Seward Highway, a divided freeway carrying heavy north-south traffic through midtown.
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See live conditions on Glenn Highway, Seward Highway, and all major Anchorage corridors before you drive.
VIEW ANCHORAGE CAMERAS →Key Routes and Corridors
Minnesota Drive provides a parallel north-south route to the New Seward Highway, connecting the international airport area to midtown and south Anchorage. The Minnesota Drive/International Airport Road interchange handles substantial traffic from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, one of the busiest cargo airports in the world. The convergence of Minnesota Drive and the New Seward Highway at the midtown interchange creates a critical bottleneck during peak hours.
The city's east-west arterials — Northern Lights Boulevard, Benson Boulevard, Tudor Road, Dimond Boulevard, and O'Malley Road — carry heavy crosstown traffic. These surface streets have numerous signalized intersections that create congestion during peak periods. Tudor Road, in particular, functions as a de facto east-west highway through the heart of Anchorage and experiences significant delays near the Seward Highway interchange.
The Seward Highway along Turnagain Arm is subject to avalanche closures in winter. Check camera feeds and AKDOT alerts before traveling south toward Girdwood or the Kenai Peninsula.
Winter Driving Challenges
Winter dominates Anchorage driving conditions from October through April. The city averages roughly 75 inches of snowfall annually, with temperatures regularly dropping below zero. Road crews work continuously during storms, but the sheer volume of snow means roads can remain hazardous for extended periods. Black ice is a persistent threat, particularly on bridges and overpasses along the Glenn and Seward Highways.
Darkness compounds winter driving hazards. Anchorage receives fewer than 6 hours of daylight at the winter solstice, meaning both the morning and evening commutes occur in complete darkness. This combination of ice, snow, and darkness leads to significantly higher accident rates from November through February. Traffic cameras become essential for checking road conditions before committing to a drive, as conditions can deteriorate rapidly.
Winter Commuter Tip
Check Seward Highway cameras between Potter Marsh and Girdwood before any Turnagain Arm trip in winter. Avalanche activity, ice, and high winds can close the road with little warning. The Glenn Highway cameras near Eagle River show conditions in the most avalanche-prone section.
Wildlife Hazards
Moose-vehicle collisions are a serious and persistent traffic hazard in Anchorage. The city is home to roughly 1,500 moose that move freely through residential neighborhoods, along highway corridors, and across major arterials. Moose are particularly active near roadways during dawn and dusk — coinciding with commute times during the darker months. An adult moose weighs 1,000-1,500 pounds and stands tall enough to come through a vehicle's windshield, making collisions potentially fatal.
Traffic cameras can help identify moose near roadways, particularly along the Glenn Highway corridor through Eagle River where moose-vehicle encounters are most frequent. AKDOT maintains wildlife crossing warnings in high-incident areas, but vigilance remains essential.
Monitor Your Anchorage Commute
Build a custom route and see every camera along your daily drive — check for weather and wildlife hazards before you go.
BUILD YOUR ROUTE →Airport Access
Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport ranks among the world's busiest cargo airports due to its strategic location on great circle routes between North America and Asia. The airport also handles all commercial passenger flights for the region. Access runs primarily through International Airport Road from Minnesota Drive or via the New Seward Highway. During peak travel periods — particularly summer tourism season and holiday weekends — the airport access corridors see substantial congestion.
Summer Traffic Patterns
Summer transforms Anchorage traffic patterns. Tourism peaks from June through August as visitors use Anchorage as a gateway to Denali National Park, the Kenai Peninsula, and other Alaska destinations. The Seward Highway south toward Girdwood and the Kenai sees heavy recreational traffic on weekends, particularly Friday afternoons and Sunday evenings. The Glenn Highway north toward Palmer and the Mat-Su Valley also carries increased recreational and tourist traffic. Nearly 20 hours of daylight extends the hours of active traffic well beyond normal commute windows.
About the Platform
TrafficVision.Live provides free access to 200+ live traffic cameras throughout Anchorage. Our platform aggregates feeds from AKDOT 511 systems and Alaska Department of Transportation cameras, giving you comprehensive coverage of traffic conditions across the region. These cameras are part of the world's largest traffic camera directory with 135,000+ live feeds from 600+ sources worldwide.
Whether you're planning your commute, checking winter road conditions, or monitoring the Seward Highway before a Kenai Peninsula trip, our Anchorage traffic camera network provides real-time visibility into the region's transportation infrastructure. View live feeds from major routes including Glenn Highway, Seward Highway, Minnesota Drive, Northern Lights Boulevard, Tudor Road, Dimond Boulevard, and O'Malley Road.
Our interactive map interface lets you quickly locate cameras near your route, while the grid view provides an organized way to browse all available feeds. Build custom routes to see all cameras along your commute, save favorites for instant access, and monitor multiple areas simultaneously to make informed travel decisions.
All Anchorage traffic cameras are available 24/7 at no cost. Our platform is optimized for both desktop and mobile devices, ensuring you can check traffic conditions wherever you are.
Are Anchorage traffic cameras free to view?
Yes, all traffic cameras on TrafficVision.Live are completely free. We aggregate AKDOT and regional camera feeds that are already publicly available.
How often do Anchorage cameras update?
Most AKDOT cameras refresh every 2-10 seconds, providing near real-time conditions even in remote locations.
Can I see Seward Highway conditions along Turnagain Arm?
Yes, we have cameras along the Seward Highway from downtown Anchorage through Turnagain Arm toward Girdwood, including avalanche zone monitoring.
Do cameras work during Alaska's dark winter months?
Yes, AKDOT cameras operate with infrared and lighting systems that provide visibility even during the darkest winter conditions.
Can I see road conditions on the Glenn Highway to Eagle River?
Yes, we have 50+ cameras along the Glenn Highway corridor from downtown Anchorage through Eagle River toward Palmer and the Mat-Su Valley.
Where can I find Anchorage street feeds?
You can find live Anchorage street feeds and intersection cameras by using our interactive map, which aggregates AKDOT 511 data for major surface routes like C Street and A Street.
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