Things To See And Do
LOOK FOR THE MOUNTAIN!
The west end of Main Street, and the overlook or Talkeetna Alaska Lodge on the road into town are both great places to see the Alaska Range when the weather cooperates.
GO FLIGHTSEEING
Get up in the air and see Denali and the surrounding rivers and glaciers with operators like K-2 Aviation and Talkeetna Air Taxi.
ALASKA RAILROAD
Ride the Hurricane Turn train on the Alaska Railroad to Hurricane Gulch, watching for wildlife and views of Denali.
WALTER HARPER
RANGER STATION
Visit the Ranger Station and discover the history of Denali and learn what it takes for climbers to summit the mountain.
HISTORICAL MUSEUM
See the Talkeetna Historical Society Museum to see some of the history of this unique small town.
ZIPLINE TOUR
Ride through the northern boreal forest with Denali Zipline Tours and view mountain vistas along the way.
FISHING
Fish the Alaskan wilderness for the five salmon species or trout and grayling with Phantom Tri-River Charters.
RIVER FUN
Get on the water with Denali View Raft Adventures or Mahay's Jet Boats for a true Alaska experience.
AROUND TOWN
Sample the many excellent restaurants and pubs in Talkeetna and browse galleries and shops with works from local artists.