Category: Things to Do

  • Changes Coming in Denali

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    Denali Park Road will be closed at Mile 43 following a landslide at Pretty Rocks. The Denali Highway is a great alternative for visitors wanting a Denali experience.

  • Independence Mine Opening

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    Independence Mine in Hatcher Pass is opening, including guided hikes, tours of the mine, outdoor gear rental and a snack shop in the visitor center.

  • Go Big Go Alaska

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    Alaska Airlines and the Alaska Travel Industry Association are offering a special discount to visitors traveling to Alaska during the summer.

  • Virtual Visits

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    Tour operations like the Musk Ox Farm in Palmer, Alaska are turning to virtual tours and live social media posts to help travelers during the Covid-19 pandemic.

  • New Year New Adventures

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    This year make it a resolution to walk on a glacier, flightsee around Denali, hike in Hatcher Pass, catch a king salmon or explore a new trail in the Mat-Su Valley.

  • Talkeetna Ranger Station

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    The Walter Harper Talkeetna Ranger Station is where all climbers of Denali and Foraker must stop and register.

  • Winter Events

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    Winter events like Colony Christmas, Iditarod and Talkeetna Winterfest have lots of activities.

  • 5 Fun Fall Ideas

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    Plan your autumn getaway! Discover hikes, festivals, drives, pumpkin patch and fishing adventures across Alaska’s colorful Mat-Su Valley.

  • Mat Su Music Scene

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    The Mat-Su Valley is developing a strong music scene, with new venues and opportunities for musicians.

  • Winter in Hatcher Pass

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    Winter recreation opportunities in Hatcher Pass include cross-country skiing, alpine skiing, sledding and snowshoeing. Learn more about these winter activities.