The Prospectors Guidebook

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The Prospectors Guidebook

Sightseeing

This historic park is a trip back k in time. If you're lover of machinery and history, it doesn't get much better. A beautiful drive on the way is simply mesmerizing.
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Independence Mine State Historical Park
23264 Gold Cord Rd
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This historic park is a trip back k in time. If you're lover of machinery and history, it doesn't get much better. A beautiful drive on the way is simply mesmerizing.
Beautiful drive up the Glenn Highway takes you the awe inspiring Glacier.
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Matanuska Glacier
30820 West Glenn Highway
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Beautiful drive up the Glenn Highway takes you the awe inspiring Glacier.
Set in the Talkeetna Mountains, between the towns of Willow and Palmer, Hatcher Pass is a favorite local hot spot for recreation or a scenic drive. https://www.alaska.org/detail/hatcher-pass
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Hatcher Pass
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Set in the Talkeetna Mountains, between the towns of Willow and Palmer, Hatcher Pass is a favorite local hot spot for recreation or a scenic drive. https://www.alaska.org/detail/hatcher-pass
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Knik Glacier
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Food Scene

Lively tavern with 40+ taps, hearty pub grub & a spacious patio with a summer concert series. 320 E Dahlia Ave, Palmer, AK 99645 http://palmeralehouse.com/
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Palmer City Alehouse
320 E Dahlia Ave
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Lively tavern with 40+ taps, hearty pub grub & a spacious patio with a summer concert series. 320 E Dahlia Ave, Palmer, AK 99645 http://palmeralehouse.com/
Fantatsic sandwiches and service at this Palmer iconic food truck. 105 S Valley Way Palmer, AK 99645 www.reubenhaus.com
Reuben Haus
105 South Valley Way
Fantatsic sandwiches and service at this Palmer iconic food truck. 105 S Valley Way Palmer, AK 99645 www.reubenhaus.com
Family-owned establishment featuring an array of home-style American meals in a comfortable setting. 1890 Glenn Hwy, Palmer, AK 99645 www.noisygoosecafe.com
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The Noisy Goose
1890 Glenn Hwy
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Family-owned establishment featuring an array of home-style American meals in a comfortable setting. 1890 Glenn Hwy, Palmer, AK 99645 www.noisygoosecafe.com

Activities

A great and challenging hike with great views of the Mat-Su Valley. https://www.alaska.org/detail/lazy-mountain-trail
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Lazy Mountain
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A great and challenging hike with great views of the Mat-Su Valley. https://www.alaska.org/detail/lazy-mountain-trail
On the west side of Bodenburg Butte, this somewhat steep trail leads to the top of the butte, which juts out of the valley and offers panoramic views of all the area’s top features: Matanuska and Knik River valleys, Talkeetna Mountains, Pioneer Peak, and even the Knik Glacier. https://www.alaska.org/detail/west-butte-trail
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West Butte Trail
15702-15704 Mothershead Ln
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On the west side of Bodenburg Butte, this somewhat steep trail leads to the top of the butte, which juts out of the valley and offers panoramic views of all the area’s top features: Matanuska and Knik River valleys, Talkeetna Mountains, Pioneer Peak, and even the Knik Glacier. https://www.alaska.org/detail/west-butte-trail
Gorgeous views and easy access. Seeing the old cars used as bank reinforcement is quite interesting. Great fishing spot.
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Eklutna Tailrace
13145 S Old Glenn Hwy
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Gorgeous views and easy access. Seeing the old cars used as bank reinforcement is quite interesting. Great fishing spot.
Educational tours are offered at this non-profit farm featuring musk oxen & a unique gift shop. 12850 E Archie Rd, Palmer, AK 99645 www.muskoxfarm.org
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The Musk Ox Farm
12850 E Archie Rd
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Educational tours are offered at this non-profit farm featuring musk oxen & a unique gift shop. 12850 E Archie Rd, Palmer, AK 99645 www.muskoxfarm.org
Working farm with reindeer petting & feeding experiences, plus horseback & winter sled rides. 5561 Bodenburg Loop, Palmer, AK 99645 reindeerfarm.com
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Renfarm
5561 Bodenburg Loop
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Working farm with reindeer petting & feeding experiences, plus horseback & winter sled rides. 5561 Bodenburg Loop, Palmer, AK 99645 reindeerfarm.com
Since 1936, Alaska State Fair features record-setting giant vegetables, beautiful flower gardens, concerts, plus Alaskan and Alaska Native culture. 2075 Glenn Hwy Palmer, Alaska 99645 www.alaskastatefair.org
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Alaska State Fair Inc
2075 Glenn Hwy
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Since 1936, Alaska State Fair features record-setting giant vegetables, beautiful flower gardens, concerts, plus Alaskan and Alaska Native culture. 2075 Glenn Hwy Palmer, Alaska 99645 www.alaskastatefair.org
New Ski area in the Hatcher Pass. Also has Mtn. Biking in the summer. 13500 N. Skeetawk Circle Mile 10.6 Palmer-Fishhook Rd. Palmer, AK 9964 skeetawk.com/
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Skeetawk
13500 N. Skeetawk Circle
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New Ski area in the Hatcher Pass. Also has Mtn. Biking in the summer. 13500 N. Skeetawk Circle Mile 10.6 Palmer-Fishhook Rd. Palmer, AK 9964 skeetawk.com/
No official trail in Southcentral Alaska climbs as high as Matanuska Peak Trail. Beginning in a subdivision across the Matanuska River from Palmer, this nearly 6-mile-long trail runs up some 5,700 vertical feet. https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=61.599396%2C-149.000114 https://www.alaska.org/detail/matanuska-peak-trailhead
Matanuska Peak Trailhead
Matanuska Peak Trailhead
No official trail in Southcentral Alaska climbs as high as Matanuska Peak Trail. Beginning in a subdivision across the Matanuska River from Palmer, this nearly 6-mile-long trail runs up some 5,700 vertical feet. https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=61.599396%2C-149.000114 https://www.alaska.org/detail/matanuska-peak-trailhead

Råd om din stad

Ta sig runt

Rent a Car

Public transit doesn't exist. A sedan will be adequate during the summer, but we recommend an AWD or 4x4 for winter (Oct-Apr).
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Dress Comfortably

Jeans and T-shirts are acceptable anywhere.
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Winter Attire

If you're visiting Nov-Mar, then please be sure to bring lots of warm clothing. Don't forget the gloves and scarfs or you will regret it.
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Set An Alarm

For bed time that is. Visiting Alaska in the summer can really mess with your internal clock. It doesn't get dark, so you probably won't be tired come midnight. Pull the blackout curtains closed, dawn the sleep mask and you'll be out in no time.