Near downtown Talkeetna, a pedestrian walkway connected to the railroad bridge crosses over the Susitna River and leads to beach access on the river and a trail that parallels the railroad. Charter fishing guides use jet boats to put anglers within casting distance of king salmon in June and July on the Talkeetna and Susitna Rivers as well as the other four species of Pacific salmon throughout the summer. Water taxi services are also available for those who want to be dropped off on a remote stretch of river to fish and camp for several days.
Talkeetna-area kennels offer daily summer tours that include musher demonstrations, up-close encounters with the dogs, and exciting dog sled rides through the woods on a wheeled cart. Though small, Talkeetna offers a wide range of tours in addition to the most popular: flightseeing, boat trips, and dog sled tours.
Visitors can hop on the Hurricane Turn train from Talkeetna, one of the last flagstop trains in the United States, providing backcountry access to adventurers and locals alike. Local operators offer guided ATV tours, ziplining, gold panning, kayaking, guided hiking, and even heli-mountain biking tours.
The opportunities for adventure from Talkeetna are endless. Talkeetna is a magical place in winter, with miles of groomed cross country ski trails, cozy cabins, and several restaurants open year-round serving up warm, hearty meals. The Oosik Classic Nordic Ski Race is a fun and funky 25k and 50k cross country ski race in March where participants dress in costume and tour the trails around Talkeetna.
Other winter activities include fat tire biking, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, and Winterfest — a month-long event in December featuring a tree lighting ceremony, parade of lights, Taste of Talkeetna, and the entertaining Wilderness Woman Competition and Bachelor Auction. For an iconic Alaska experience, book one of the many cabins located in and around Talkeetna. A wide range of cabins are available including comfortable cabins located within walking distance of downtown, cozy cabins overlooking the Susitna River, and more rustic cabins and yurts located in the forest and on lakes surrounding town.
There is also a large lodge just outside of downtown Talkeetna, vacation rentals, guest houses, the historic Talkeetna Roadhouse, and a couple of campgrounds and RV parks. Gold brought miners to the Susitna River in , and by , Talkeetna was a riverboat steamer station, supplying miners and trappers in the nearby mining districts.
To view the wilderness around Talkeetna and the wildlife that resides there visitors often book a boat cruise. Many tour operators use jet boats and offer a range of trips, including a day-long run up the Susitna River to wild and scenic Devil's Gorge. A handful of air charter companies offer the ultimate experience on a clear day in Talkeetna; a flightseeing tour of Denali.
Veterans pilots take passengers in bush planes for a circuit of Denali and often include a ski landing on one of its glaciated flanks. You're so close that from April to mid-July you might even be able to watch climbing parties heading for the peak. Visitors can get a feeling for the high adventure that is climbing Denali at the Mountaineering Ranger Station. The National Park Service office processes the numerous expeditions to Denali during the summer and features a small display and a video program for those thinking of scaling the peak.
Talkeetna-area kennels offer tours daily in the summer that includes mushers displaying the gear used during the Iditarod, an up close encounter with the dogs and an exciting ride through the woods on a wheeled cart pulled by a team of sled dogs. The most prominent grave in it belongs to Don Sheldon, the famed bush pilot that rescue so many climbers from the mountain. Also located here is the Denali dedicated to all the climbers who've died on the mountain and neighboring peaks.
The history of Denali and the climbers who made the first ascents is well-preserved at the Talkeetna Historical Society Museum, a small complex that consists of four restored buildings. The most fascinating building by far is the Section House that contains a foot by foot relief model of Denali and its climbing routes surround by Bradford Washburn's famous mural-like photos of the mountain.
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Create and customize your perfect trip. Talkeetna Vacations. Let us help you customise your trip with our fully-independent vacation packages. Talkeetna is so close to Denali that mountaineers have used it as an operations base for decades. Getting to the mountain by small plane or helicopter is a lot easier though, with the same incredible views and options to fly all the way to the summit in just a little over an hour.
On these tours you can see both the north and south faces of Denali, along with other peaks and natural wonders formed by powerful geological forces: Ruth Gorge is deeper than the Grand Canyon, Kahiltna Glacier is miles long and Wickersham Wall is a 14, foot continuous wall of rock and ice.
Flightseeing Denali is the fastest, most incredible way to gain perspective on the vastness of Alaska. Flights are available year-round, with glacier landings a popular summertime option. View tour options. Make sure to stop at Fairview Inn , opened in to serve railroad passengers, and which also famously served President Warren G. Harding just days before his death. Talkeetna Roadhouse is also steeped in history, which you can literally eat up their pancakes are made with a sourdough starter from !
On a clear day, the views of Denali are superb. Hop on a leisurely raft float or choose a jet boat adventure along area waterways, each with its own charms. You might travel up a braided river, through picturesque canyons, view glacial moraines, boulder fields and sparkling beaches.
The backdrop is Denali and the Alaska Range, but cast your eyes lower as well for potential wildlife sightings of eagles, bear, fox, wolf, lynx, beavers, porcupines, and moose.
Some tours mix in a ride on the Hurricane Turn train, a stop at an historic resort town, or even some whitewater excitement. Mahays Jet Boat Adventures pauses on the water to let guests soak in a stunning view of Mt. Alaska is a mecca for sport fishing, and thousands of anglers visit each year to throw a line into cold, clear waters. Between mid-May and October, you can head out with a local fishing charter for an experience akin to the old days, with fewer crowds and quiet riverbanks.
This area is home to resident species rainbows, Arctic grayling and Dolly Varden , and all five species of salmon return as well. Depending on when you visit, you can try for a King, or enjoy the chase of reds, silvers, pinks or chums. Phantom Charters operates out of a to foot covered jet boat, plying along the Big Susitna, Talkeetna, and Chulitna rivers.
Both charters can get you into prime fishing holes and productive shorelines for an authentic Alaskan fishing experience. Hiking around Talkeetna is varied, with options in town, along lowland trails, across an historic railroad bridge or high up on Kesugi Ridge. Explore at your own pace, discovering lush old-growth forest, clear waters and gorgeous views.
If your schedule is packed, you can do a simple loop around town starting at Talkeetna Riverfront Park , or check out other short walks nearby. Just outside town, Talkeetna Lakes Park gets you into the woods and along beautiful lakes, with more frequent wildlife sightings.
Their offerings also include a phenomenal trail system an hour north at Denali State Park. Take a leisurely walk around Byers Lake or enjoy the challenge of ridge climbing for a panoramic view of Denali and the Alaska Range.
Or, if you're looking for a quick way into the wilderness, Caribou Lodge Alaska offers an adventure that begins with a scenic flight to the lodge by floatplane or helicopter. You'll meet the lodge owners and get a behind-the-scenes look at life in the Alaskan wilderness. Keep an eye out for moose, caribou, and bear as your guide fills you in on the unique flora and fauna of the region. You may even have time for a trip around the lake in a kayak or canoe before your departing flight back to Talkeetna.
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