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The views are grand, the lifestyle simple and there are no limits on your Alaskan adventure. Mat-Su, Alaska has it all for your Alaska vacation!
Convenient to both Anchorage and Denali National Park, easily reached by car or the Alaska Railroad, the Matanuska-Susitna Valley sprawls across 23,000 square miles of pure Alaska wilderness.
Towering mountains, huge glacier valleys, fish-filled rivers and lakes, abundant Alaska wildlife, glorious hiking country, scenic camping and quaint frontier communities at the Mat-Su is what Alaska visitors dream about.
Located approximately 45 miles north of Anchorage, the Mat-Su is ideally located for everything from day trips to your entire Alaska vacation.
A fertile farmland that was settled by families from the Midwest as part of the New Deal relief program in 1935. Tour Palmer to discover the history of the earliest "settlers" and discover the legendary, gigantic vegetables at the Alaska State fair in August.
Visitors can learn from the Iditarod champs what it takes to complete the "Last Great Race" at the area's local dog kennels.
Further North in Talkeetna - known as the staging site for climbers as they begin their trip up Mt. McKinley. Flight seeing tours of the mountain are a local specialty. On clear days, Denali State Park offers beautiful views of Mt. McKinley, North America's highest peak.
A 50 mile scenic loop between the George Parks and Glenn Highways takes you to Hatcher Pass and the Independence Mine State Historical Park. Visit the park's interpretive center and equipment in the old gold mines.
What's on your Alaska Must-see, Must-do List?
- Flightsee over glaciers, lakes, Mount McKinley or the Iditarod Trail
- Trek across Matanuska Glacier or take an ATV tour to Knik Glacier
- Visit farmlands in historic Palmer and pick your own giant veggies
- Create your own Alaska adventure and find the road less traveled. Rent an RV for a scenic self-drive tour
- Raft or kayak 500 river miles deemed "Exceptional Recreation Rivers"
- Rest, relax and reunite with your family at a cozy wilderness lodge
- Take a hike! There are more than 2,000 miles of trails to choose from!
- Take in the local culture and visit museums to discover Alaska's roots
- Explore Hatcher Pass and the historic Independence Mine State Park
Plan on making a visit to the Mat-Su part of your Alaska vacation by getting your free copy of our Visitor Guide today.
Aurora Heli-Expeditions
- 29979 E Knik River Road
- Palmer, AK 99645
- Phone: (907) 707-0225
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Alaska Coastal Explorer
- 4251 Dimond Way
- Wasilla, AK 99654
- Phone: (907) 376-3536
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Alaska Creekside Cabins
- 3200 Dolly Varden Drive
- Wasilla, AK 99654
- Phone: (907) 746-7632
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3 waterfront locations - Cottonwood & Wasilla Creeks. Rare salmon viewing opportunities. Cabin suites w/ queen bed, large loft w/ 2 twin beds, kitchen, jetted tub & gas fireplace. Secluded, yet minutes from Palmer & Wasilla. more
Alaska Denali Escapes
- 1301 W. Parks Highway, Suite #5
- Wasilla, AK 99654
- Phone: (907) 376-1992
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Alaska Denali Tours is a 100% Alaska owned company that has been serving thousands of Alaska travel goers since 1992. Our travel consultants live, work, and play in Alaska all year long. We want to make you part of our inner circle, and give you the best experience more
Alaska Dreams Lodge
- 1910 S Terrace Ct
- Palmer, AK 99645
- Phone: (907) 232-6868
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Alaska Garden Gate B&B and Cottages
- 950 S. Trunk Road
- Palmer, AK 99645
- Phone: (907) 746-2333
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Enjoy affordable luxury! Jacuzzis, fireplaces, King/Queens, private entrances, kitchens. Outstanding mountain and glacier views, generous continental breakfast in your own kitchen. more
Alaska Kozey Cabins
- 351 E. Spruce Avenue
- Wasilla, AK 99654
- Phone: (907) 376-3190
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2-bedroom chalet log houses - fully furnished, sleeps 6 guests, kitchens, private bathrooms, BBQ's, park-like setting, 5 wooded acres. Close to town and visitor activities. Nightly, weekly, or long-term availability. more
Alaska Native Heritage Center
- 8800 Heritage Center Drive
- Anchorage, AK 99504
- Phone: (907) 330-8000
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The Alaska Native Heritage Center is a gathering place that celebrates, perpetuates and shares Alaska Native cultures. It is Alaska's premier cultural destination with storytelling, dancing, demonstrating artists and more. more
Alaska Park Connection Motorcoach Service
- PO Box 221011
- Anchorage , AK 99522
- Phone: (907) 245-0200
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The Alaska Park Connection offers twice daily summer coach service between Anchorage and Denali Park or Seward, including same day connecting service between Denali Park, Talkeetna, Anchorage and Seward. We also offer service between Anchorage and Whittier on cruise more
Alaska Raceway Park
- Mile 10.4 Old Glenn Hwy.
- Palmer , AK 99645
- Phone: (907) 746-7223
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Helpful resources
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Maps and more
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Great outdoors
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Denali Flightseeing
Alaska's majestic scenery appears magnified from a Cessna window and the vantage point makes for good… More Info
glaciers
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Alaska Rafting
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Dining in Mat-Su
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Yahoo Mat-Su! Where Alaska comes to play
The Mat-Su Valley is your place for adventure. From flightseeing Mount McKinley to rafting the Matanuska River, excitement is right around every corner. Spectacular views abound, from mountains to glaciers to wildlife. Conveniently located 35 miles north of Anchorage, your Alaska experience begins when you get to the Mat-Su Valley. Spend a day exploring Hatcher Pass, test your luck fishing or take advantage of the bountiful hiking. The Mat-Su Valley - where Alaska comes to play!
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