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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.
Knik River Lodge
- 29979 E. Knik River Road
- Knik Glacier
- Palmer, AK 99645
- Phone: (907) 745-5002
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Wilderness cabins & helicopter tours. Deluxe cabins with great view. Private bath, large deck. Glacier landings, glacier dog sledding. Fine dining restaurant. more
Meandering Moose Lodging
- 14677 Cabin Spike Rd
- Talkeetna, AK 99676
- Phone: (907) 733-1000
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Log Cabins large or small, B&B suite or rooms. whatever your choice we offer wonderful accomodations at great rates. Located 1 1/2 miles from Talkeetna. more
Meekin's Air Service
- P.O. Box 491
- Palmer, AK 99645
- Phone: (907) 745-1626
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Mendeltna Creek Lodge
- Mile 153 Glenn Highway
- Glennallen, AK 99588
- Phone: (907) 822-3346
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MICA Guides
- MP 102.5 Glenn Highway
- Matanuska Glacier, AK 99645
- Phone: (907) 351-7587
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Walk on a glacier. Guided hiking and ice climbing on the Matanuska Glacier, just 2 hours from Anchorage. No experience necessary. Ages 6 and up welcome. Open May - September. more
Morris Alaska
- 301 Arctic Slope Ave, Suite 350
- Anchorage, AK 99518
- Phone: (907) 275-2109
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Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge
- Mile 133 Parks Hwy
- Trapper Creek, AK 99683
- Phone: 800-426-0500
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From the moment you arrive at Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge in Denali State Park, you know you're somewhere special. Located south of the National Park near the Chulitna River, this Alaska lodge is a true wilderness retreat with a host of recreational more
Mt. View RV Park
- Smith Road
- Palmer, AK 99645
- Phone: (907) 745-5747
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Quiet, clean and restful on Smith Road, 2.8 miles from Palmer. Cabin rental, full H/U RV sites, new laundry and showers. Wi-Fi wireless internet. Good Sam park, large sites and pavilion. more
Museum of Alaska Transportation & Industry
- 3800 W. Museum Drive
- Wasilla, AK 99654
- Phone: (907) 376-1211
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Museum of Northern Adventure
- Mile 14.3 Talkeetna Spur Road
- Talkeetna, AK 99676
- Phone: (907) 733-3999
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Northern Lights Adventures
- Mile 62.3 Parks Hwy.
- Willow, AK 99688
- Phone: (907) 495-6562
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We offer dogsled rides, tours, seminars and guided snowmobile tours. Enjoy a memorable winter experience of scenic trails and wildlife. Package deals with accommodation at our clean chalets. more
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Great outdoors
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Denali Flightseeing
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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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