Where To Stay In The Palmer / Wasilla Area
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Iconic and remote Alaskan adventure lodge in the Talkeetna Mountains, accessible by road just 60 miles north of Anchorage. Open year-round, you’ll stay in rustic, comfortable cabins with access to some of the best hiking and skiing in the world, just outside your door. The lodge and cabins sit dramatically above treeline, offering breathtaking mountain views and endless adventure opportunities.
Discover cozy cabins, great food, and big Alaskan adventures at this intimate lodge that sits on the edge of the wilderness yet is super-accessible from Anchorage. It lies tucked in at the back of the Knik River Valley and at the end of Knik River Road, where Alaska’s real wilderness opens up, with mountain and river views — but without a flight or long drive. It’s the perfect place to escape for a few days, with lots of activities available from ...more
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This intimate 4‑room B&B, just 45 minutes from Anchorage in charming Palmer, is set on six gorgeous acres and comes with great views, delicious breakfasts, and hosts who are passionate about making you feel right at home.
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Located at Mile 11 of Hatcher Pass Road, you’ll find Government Peak Picnic Area. There is a small campground with 8 sites for tents or smaller RVs, and a picnic area.
On the north side of the Knik River Bridge, turn off the main roadway and drive down the riverbed.This is a good area to get out and hike around, you can walk beside the glacially-fed Knik River while under the dominant peaks of the Chugach Mountains and Pioneer Peak.
There are 10 sites here, good for RVs or tents. They all overlook the lake, which is open to canoes and kayaks. You can rent a boat here, or mountain bike/hike the trails, which connect to the Matanuska Greenbelt system.