Mat-Su Valley Blog

There is a crispness in the air, as summer says good-bye to the Valley. Now is a great time to explore the Valley and take a scenic drive that bursts with color. One of our favorite drives is the Glenn Highway National Scenic Byway, from Palmer north all the way to Lake Louise. It truly lives up to...

Looking for a last-minute gift idea? This year, think about giving someone an "experience" they'll never forget. Memories made will last a lifetime, and you're gift will be remembered as one of the best. There are tons of amazing experiences in the Mat-Su Valley that would make a great gift this...

If you're looking for an adventure in the outdoors but don't want to go the camping route, the Alaska State Parks have just the answer - public use cabins that can be found at many popular Mat-Su locations. There are 17 public use cabins located in the Mat-Su in three different park regions - Denali...

For many, when winter hits, the fishing gear gets put away for the season. But that doesn't have to be the case - ice fishing is a great winter pastime in the Mat-Su Valley, with opportunities to catch lake trout, landlocked salmon and more in a variety of locations. Just an hour north of Anchorage...

Even though temperatures are hovering in the upper 70s, you can still have a dog mushing experience during your visit to the Mat-Su Valley. From visiting with Iditarod champions to petting newborn huskies, Iditarod and dog mushing is a year-round event in Alaska. The Iditarod Trail Headquarters is...

When we get asked, "What should we do on our Alaska vacation?" there is always one answer - "for the memory of a lifetime, make sure you take a flightseeing trip out of Talkeetna." Flightseeing trips are offered by a number of companies in the Talkeetna area (you can find listings for them on this...