Guidebook for Wasilla
Arts & Culture
Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race
2100 S Knik-Goose Bay RdGreat place to learn about the Greatest Race!
Photography studio specializing in pictures of the aurora borealis. See auroradora.com for more info.
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Aurora Dora
22229 Talkeetna Spur RdPhotography studio specializing in pictures of the aurora borealis. See auroradora.com for more info.
Palmer Museum of History & Art
723 S Valley WaySee palmermuseum.org for more info.
See museumofalaska.org for more info.
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Alaska Museum of Transportation and Industry
3800 W Museum DrSee museumofalaska.org for more info.
Everything Else
Excellent wildlife viewing opportunities. Take one of the bus tours into the park. See www.nps.gov/dena/planyourvisit/visiting-denali.htm for more info.
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Denali National Park & Preserve
Parks HwyExcellent wildlife viewing opportunities. Take one of the bus tours into the park. See www.nps.gov/dena/planyourvisit/visiting-denali.htm for more info.
Point MacKenzie
Beautiful drive, moose are often sited in the marshes near the road.
Eclectic Alaska town, gifts and souvenirs, pretty drive, views of Denali Mountain (formerly Mt. McKinley).
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Talkeetna
Eclectic Alaska town, gifts and souvenirs, pretty drive, views of Denali Mountain (formerly Mt. McKinley).
Wasilla
Big box stores, small shops and restaurants in town.
Palmer has much to offer. Besides the views, it has restaurants, gift shops and stores.
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Palmer
Palmer has much to offer. Besides the views, it has restaurants, gift shops and stores.
Parks & Nature
Sightseeing, wildlife viewing. See http://dnr.alaska.gov/parks/units/denali1.htm for more info.
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Denali State Park
Sightseeing, wildlife viewing. See http://dnr.alaska.gov/parks/units/denali1.htm for more info.
View the Matanuska Glacier from this vantage point.
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Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site
Glenn HighwayView the Matanuska Glacier from this vantage point.
Salmon and trout fishing nearby. Check www.adfg.alaska.gov/index.cfm?adfg=PersonalUsebyAreaSouthcentralfishCreekSalmon.main to see if it is open for fishing.
Fish Creek
Salmon and trout fishing nearby. Check www.adfg.alaska.gov/index.cfm?adfg=PersonalUsebyAreaSouthcentralfishCreekSalmon.main to see if it is open for fishing.
Excellent trails, snow, historical mines. In the winter, a great place to see the aurora borealis. See http://dnr.alaska.gov/parks/units/hatcherpass/hatcherpass.htm for more info on trails.
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Hatcher Pass Public Use Area
Excellent trails, snow, historical mines. In the winter, a great place to see the aurora borealis. See http://dnr.alaska.gov/parks/units/hatcherpass/hatcherpass.htm for more info on trails.
Relatively short trail, moderate difficulty. Stunning 360-degree views at the summit of the Knik glacier, mountains, valley, Knik and Matanuska Rivers, Cook Inlet. $5 per vehicle parking fee. See aktrailhead.com/bodenburg/bodenburg.shtml for more info.
West Butte Trailhead
Mothershead LaneRelatively short trail, moderate difficulty. Stunning 360-degree views at the summit of the Knik glacier, mountains, valley, Knik and Matanuska Rivers, Cook Inlet. $5 per vehicle parking fee. See aktrailhead.com/bodenburg/bodenburg.shtml for more info.
The Reindeer farm is close to the West Butte trail so both can be done on the same day. See the reindeer up close! See reindeerfarm.com or call (907) 745-4000 for more info.
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Rentierfarm
5561 Bodenburg LoopThe Reindeer farm is close to the West Butte trail so both can be done on the same day. See the reindeer up close! See reindeerfarm.com or call (907) 745-4000 for more info.
See moose, bear, musk oxen, reindeer and other Alaska wildlife. See www.alaskawildlife.org or call 907-783-2025 for more info.
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Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
43520 Seward HwySee moose, bear, musk oxen, reindeer and other Alaska wildlife. See www.alaskawildlife.org or call 907-783-2025 for more info.
Iconic Alaska glacier. See www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/chugach/recarea/?recid=71943 for more info.
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Portage Glacier
Iconic Alaska glacier. See www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/chugach/recarea/?recid=71943 for more info.
View and/or hike to the glacier. See www.nps.gov/kefj/planyourvisit/exit-glacier-area.htm for more info.
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Exit Glacier
View and/or hike to the glacier. See www.nps.gov/kefj/planyourvisit/exit-glacier-area.htm for more info.
Take a day cruise in Kenai Fjords National Park. Well worth the trip! See kenaifjords.com or majormarine.com for more info on day cruises.
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Kenai Fjords National Park
Take a day cruise in Kenai Fjords National Park. Well worth the trip! See kenaifjords.com or majormarine.com for more info on day cruises.
Great hike to the top of Lazy Mountain, which takes about 3.5 hours. Moderate to difficult. Good chance of seeing moose, and great views from the top. We recommend taking the Lazy Moose Trail, which is not as steep as the original Lazy Mountain Trail. See storify.com/eped/lazy-moose-trail-on-lazy-mountain for trail info.
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Lazy Mountain
Great hike to the top of Lazy Mountain, which takes about 3.5 hours. Moderate to difficult. Good chance of seeing moose, and great views from the top. We recommend taking the Lazy Moose Trail, which is not as steep as the original Lazy Mountain Trail. See storify.com/eped/lazy-moose-trail-on-lazy-mountain for trail info.
Little Susitna Public Use Facility
30428 Little Susitna River Access RdGreat place for fishing
Easy level hike around the lake. Go around the back side of the lake and get great pictures of the mountains reflected perfectly on the surface of the lake!
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Reflections Lake
Easy level hike around the lake. Go around the back side of the lake and get great pictures of the mountains reflected perfectly on the surface of the lake!
Easy trail to view Thunderbird Falls. See dnr.alaska.gov/Assets/uploads/DNRPublic/parks/maps/thunderbirdfallsguide.pdf for more info.
Thunderbird Falls Trail
Thunderbird Falls TrailEasy trail to view Thunderbird Falls. See dnr.alaska.gov/Assets/uploads/DNRPublic/parks/maps/thunderbirdfallsguide.pdf for more info.
Great trails of all difficulty levels and beautiful views. Access to Eklutna Lakeside Trail (easy) and Twin Peaks Trail (strenuous). See http://dnr.alaska.gov/Assets/uploads/DNRPublic/parks/interp/pdf/eklutnabrochure.pdf for more info.
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Eklutna Lake
Great trails of all difficulty levels and beautiful views. Access to Eklutna Lakeside Trail (easy) and Twin Peaks Trail (strenuous). See http://dnr.alaska.gov/Assets/uploads/DNRPublic/parks/interp/pdf/eklutnabrochure.pdf for more info.
Deshka River
Great fishing
Tours of the Matanuska Glacier. See matanuskaglacier.biz or call (907) 745-2534 for more info.
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Matanuska Gletscher Abenteuer von Alaska
66500 Glacier Park RdTours of the Matanuska Glacier. See matanuskaglacier.biz or call (907) 745-2534 for more info.
Swimming, fishing, kayaking. Access at the corner of Parks Highway and Crusey St.
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Wasilla Lake
Swimming, fishing, kayaking. Access at the corner of Parks Highway and Crusey St.
Montana Creek Campground
Park here to fish salmon or trout in Montana Creek
Food Scene
Turkey Red
550 S Alaska StExcellent soups, breads, sandwiches and coffee
Krazy Moose Subs
405 E Herning AveExcellent sandwiches
The Grape Tap
322 N Boundary StBest food and wine in town. A bit pricey.
Settlers Bay Lodge
5801 S Knik Goose Bay RdGood food nearby.
North Star Bakery
4931 E Mayflower LnGreat pastries
Bistro Red Beet
5031 E Mayflower LnGluten Free bakery and restaurant
The Noisy Goose
1890 Glenn HwyGood Local Food
Evangelo's Restaurant
2530 E Parks HwyGood Greek/Italian food
Pizza King
7202 West Parks HighwayBest pizza nearby. They deliver. Call (907) 357-9150
Great grill/microbrewery in Anchorage. Their garlic cilantro fries are fantastic!
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Bear Tooth Theatrepub
1230 W 27th AveGreat grill/microbrewery in Anchorage. Their garlic cilantro fries are fantastic!
Great pizza and microbrew in Anchorage. Can be a long wait in the evening, especially on weekends.
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Moose's Tooth Pub & Pizzeria
3300 Old Seward HwyGreat pizza and microbrew in Anchorage. Can be a long wait in the evening, especially on weekends.
Anchorage Microbrewery/Restaurant. Upscale atmosphere, good food (especially seafood) and microbrew.
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Glacier Brewhouse
737 W 5th AveAnchorage Microbrewery/Restaurant. Upscale atmosphere, good food (especially seafood) and microbrew.
Kaladi Brothers Coffee
591 E Parks HwyAlaska coffee shop. Best coffee in town.
Palmer Downtown Deli
550 S Alaska StGreat coffee, baked items, sandwiches, soups, and gelato.
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews
1891 E Parks HwyBurgers/fries/shakes/beer
Talkeetna Inn Lounge
22328 B StFANTASTIC baked items, good food.
Microbrewery in Palmer. See http://arkosebrewery.com/ for tasting events and hours to fill growlers.
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Arkose Brewery
650 E Steel LoopMicrobrewery in Palmer. See http://arkosebrewery.com/ for tasting events and hours to fill growlers.
Sightseeing
Walk on the Matanuska Glacier. Accessibly by vehicle. Cost is $20 per person. See http://www.matanuskaglacier.biz or call 907-745-2534 for more info.
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Matanuska Glacier
30820 West Glenn HighwayWalk on the Matanuska Glacier. Accessibly by vehicle. Cost is $20 per person. See http://www.matanuskaglacier.biz or call 907-745-2534 for more info.
Beautiful drive. The road opens in the summer between Fishhook and Willow. At other times you can access much of the scenic area from the Fishhook side and see snow year-round. This is a great place to see the northern lights in the winter. See http://dnr.alaska.gov/parks/units/hatcherpass/hatcherpass.htm for more info.
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Hatcher Pass
Beautiful drive. The road opens in the summer between Fishhook and Willow. At other times you can access much of the scenic area from the Fishhook side and see snow year-round. This is a great place to see the northern lights in the winter. See http://dnr.alaska.gov/parks/units/hatcherpass/hatcherpass.htm for more info.
Don't let the word "highway" fool you. This is over 100 miles of mostly gravel road through the Alaska wilderness from Cantwell to Paxon. Worth seeing, but take it slow so you don't get a flat!
Denali Highway
Denali HighwayDon't let the word "highway" fool you. This is over 100 miles of mostly gravel road through the Alaska wilderness from Cantwell to Paxon. Worth seeing, but take it slow so you don't get a flat!
Essentials
This is the closest store. Groceries as well as a good selection of fishing, hunting and camping gear. A lot of what they carry is Costco brand items. Liquor store with growler bar on left side of store.
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Three Bears Alaska
3950 S Knik Goose Bay RdThis is the closest store. Groceries as well as a good selection of fishing, hunting and camping gear. A lot of what they carry is Costco brand items. Liquor store with growler bar on left side of store.
They pretty well have everything. Open 24 hours. Liquor store on left side.
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Walmart Supercenter
1350 S Seward Meridian PkwyThey pretty well have everything. Open 24 hours. Liquor store on left side.
Carrs is the same as SafeWay, a grocery store. Good produce, groceries. Oaken Keg liquor store on left side of store.
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Carrs
595 E Parks HwyCarrs is the same as SafeWay, a grocery store. Good produce, groceries. Oaken Keg liquor store on left side of store.
Walgreens
1721 E Parks HwyNearest pharmacy
Mat-Su Regional Medical Center
2500 S Woodworth LoopNearest hospital and 24-hour emergency room.
Urgent Care Clinic Phone: (907) 352-2880
9 a.m. – 7 p.m., Monday-Friday
9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday
Closed: Christmas, New Years and Thanksgiving.
Mat-Su Regional Urgent Care
950 East Bogard RoadUrgent Care Clinic Phone: (907) 352-2880
9 a.m. – 7 p.m., Monday-Friday
9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday
Closed: Christmas, New Years and Thanksgiving.
Urgent Care Clinic. Phone: 907-373-4200
Weekday:
Mon: 8am-6pm
Tue: 8am-6pm
Wed: 8am-6pm
Thu: 8am-6pm
Fri: 8am-6pm
Weekends:
Sat: 9am-5pm
Sun: 9am- pm
Urgent Care at Lake Lucille
185 East Parks HighwayUrgent Care Clinic. Phone: 907-373-4200
Weekday:
Mon: 8am-6pm
Tue: 8am-6pm
Wed: 8am-6pm
Thu: 8am-6pm
Fri: 8am-6pm
Weekends:
Sat: 9am-5pm
Sun: 9am- pm
Medical Clinic and Urgent Care. Phone: 907-373-6055
Monday - Friday 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sunday Closed
Wasilla Medical Clinic
1700 East Parks HighwayMedical Clinic and Urgent Care. Phone: 907-373-6055
Monday - Friday 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sunday Closed
Speedway Express
2700 S Knik-Goose Bay RdConvenience Store, Gas. Knik Kountry Liquor is next door.
Shopping
Target
1801 E Parks HwyStandard Target items, clothing etc.
Sportsman's Warehouse
1901 E Parks HwyBest place in town for hunting/fishing/camping gear.
Shane Lamb Studios
550 S Alaska StGreat place for genuine Alaska art and crafts. See shanelamb.com for more info.
Brown Jug North Wasilla
509 W Parks HwyMost complete liquor store in Wasilla. Also has a growler bar.