Category: Winter

  • Best Hatcher Pass Hikes

    Best Hatcher Pass Hikes

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    Hike Stunning Hatcher Pass Hatcher Pass is filled with miles of trails that offer breathtaking views of the Matanuska Valley below. There are trails for all skill levels of hikers, from novice to expert, as well as short hikes all the way to days-long treks. Located just a half-hour north of Wasilla and Palmer, Hatcher…

  • Auroras in the Mat Su Top Tips From a Local Enthusiast

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    Discover expert advice for chasing Alaska’s auroras: best times, gear prep, photography tips, and quiet spots for unforgettable night skies.

  • Skeetawk Makes It Snow

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    With new snow-making equipment, Skeetawk is ready for longer ski seasons in The Mat-Su!

  • Spring Skiing

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    Nordic and downhill skiers can enjoy spring skiing conditions at Skeetawk and Government Peak Recreation Area through mid-April.

  • Snow in Hatcher Pass

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    Winter has arrived in Hatcher Pass with the first snowfall of the season.

  • Visit Talkeetna This March

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    Talkeetna is the place to be in Alaska during March, as events take place throughout the month, and the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge is open for the month.

  • Road Over Hatcher Pass Closes

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    Hatcher Pass Road near Independence Mine is closed for the winter season after a September snowfall.

  • Hitting the Hardwater

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    Catch a salmon, char, trout or burbot while ice fishing in the Mat-Su Valley. With more than 80 stocked lakes, the Valley is the perfect place for winter fishing.

  • Ski Season Begins

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    Grab your skis and head to Hatcher Pass, where Nordic skiing kicks off for the 2021 season with ideal snow conditions and groomed trails.

  • Nordic Skiing in Hatcher Pass

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    Hatcher Pass, near Wasilla and Palmer, has groomed Nordic skiing trails around Independence Mine and lighted trails around Government Peak Recreation Area.