Mat-Su Attractions
Alaska adventure is everywhere in the Mat-Su Valley! Summer and winter you will find a wide variety of options for things to do in the Mat-Su. Here are some ideas on activities and attractions in the Mat-Su Valley to get you going.Trail Mix - run, bike, or hike! With over 2,000 miles of trails to choose from, there are few limits to destinations, distances and degrees of difficulty. Hike around the historic mining region in Hatcher Pass. Explore the Talkeetna Mountains into a wilderness of tundra, alpine valleys and clear streams on an ATV, snowmobile or on foot by professional guide service.
Come on in, the water's fine! The Valley has lots of river miles, hundreds in fact. Fish for salmon, whitewater raft or float down gentle waters with an expert guide. Or paddle through the Nancy Lake trail system on a canoe you can rent on site. Lake Louise (off the Glenn Highway) is a premier year round hub for water activities, too.
Learn about the Locals. The restored townsite in Wasilla is a great place to start. Wander the buildings and visit the museum. In Palmer, discover its roots at the Palmer Museum of History and Art and the Colony House Museum. Take Talkeetna's 16-site historic town walking tour and see for yourself how the miners and trappers lived.
Marvel at North America's Highest Peak, 20,320 ft. Mt. McKinley, an item on nearly everyone's "things to see" list. Hike in Denali State Park on Kesugi or Curry Ridge for undisturbed vistas of the ‘High One'. Roadside pull offs provide safe areas to marvel at McKinley's grandeur. Take an aerial view on a flightseeing trip as you climb toward Denali's lofty summit. A for sure spiritual experience!
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Year Round Family Fun! Attractions in the Mat-Su Valley that have something to keep both the young and young-at-heart happy and entertained. Visit unique attractions like Musk Ox farms to learn about these animals and how their products contribute to Alaska's economy. Sample the "goods" at the Matanuska Creamery for fresh milk, cheese and ice cream. Take a sled dog cart ride and meet the pups at a working dog sled kennel.
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K2 Aviation
- Talkeetna State Airport
- Talkeetna, AK 99676-0545
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Sheldon Air Service
- PO Box 648
- Talkeetna, AK 99676
- Phone: (907) 733-2321
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Thank you for inquiring about flightseeing from Talkeetna, our home. We are the local, family-owned and operated air service. We have been flying the Alaska Range for over 30 years. Our family has been flying in Alaska for 3 generations, and has been landing on more
Sky Trekking Alaska
- PO Box 871370
- Wasilla, AK 99687
- Phone: (907) 315-6098
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Stan Stephens Glacier & Wildlife Cruises
- North Harbor Drive
- Valdez, AK 99686
- Phone: (907) 835-4731
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Discover Prince William Sound from Valdez! Relax on board our comfortable vessels as you visit Columbia or Meares Glacier. See amazing wildlife. Tours are fully narrated by our Alaskan staff. more
Susitna River Lodging
- 23094 S. Talkeetna Spur Rd
- Mile 13.5 Talkeetna Spur Rd
- Talkeetna, AK 99676
- Phone: (907) 733-0505
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All of our comfortable Cabins and Suites have a kitchenette, full private bathroom, electric fireplace and scenic view. Open year round, now accepting pets in cabins more
Talkeetna Aero Services, Inc.
- Talkeetna State Airport and Healy A
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- Talkeetna, AK 99676
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Talkeetna Aero/Fly Denali are the only air taxis with offices in Talkeetna and Denali National Park. They have been selected as a Preferred Vendor for NANA Tourism- Denali for the upcoming season. They are adding an additional Turbine Beaver to the fleet and have new more
Talkeetna Air Taxi, Inc.
- Talkeetna State Airport
- Talkeetna, AK 99676
- Phone: (907) 733-2218
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Glacier landings on Mt. McKinley. Enter the ice age world of the Alaska Range. Tours start at $195. call for brochure. Voted "Best Flying Service" by Alaska Magazine readers. See our web site at www.talkeetnaair.com for reservations and web specials or call more
Talkeetna River Guides
- Main Street, Talkeetna
- Talkeetna, AK 99676
- Phone: (907) 733-2677
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Whether you are an experienced adventurer or a family traveling with children, we have trip selections to fit a broad spectrum of tastes. If you don't see exactly what you're looking for in, contact us! We will customize an adventure for you! more
The Dream A Dream Dog Farm
- 65.1 Parks Highway
- Willow, AK 99688
- Phone: (907) 495-1197
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Fantastic Iditarod Presentation! Educational! Inspiring! Fun! Meet our dogs and puppies - cuddling and photos. Tour our kennel facilities with dog team rides optional. Uniquely Alaskan! more
Willow Air Service
- Mile 70 Parks Hwy
- Willow, AK 99688
- Phone: (907) 495-6370
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Willow Air welcomes you to the land of adventure. We specialize in fishing trips, scenic flights, float trips, cabin rentals, remote guided and unguided moose and bear hunting trips. more
Windbreak Cafe, Bar & Hotel
- Mile 40.5 Parks Hwy
- Wasilla, AK 99654-7370
- Phone: (907) 376-4484
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Trouts Place (Windbreak Cafe) in the middle of the best stillwater fishing in Alaska. Over 90 lakes accessible by a road system most within an hour drive. Float tubers welcomed! 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
You can see a glacier just about anywhere in Alaska. But in the Mat-Su Valley, you can actually get out… More Info
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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