AREA INFORMATION

SUSITNA VALLEY is about 100 miles north of Anchorage and has one road passing through it, the Parks Highway. The Alaska Railroad also has service to Talkeetna. The main secondary roads in the area are the Talkeetna Spur (from the Parks Hwy 14 miles to the town of Talkeetna), and the Petersville Road (from Parks Hwy at Trapper Creek to the west for several miles). There are other gravel roads, but much of the area is not accessible by road. Airplanes on floats or skis, ATVs, dog sleds, and snowmachines are commonly used methods of transportation to these remote properties.

TALKEETNA is a community of about 400 residents, with a few hundred people living in the outlying areas. It has a history rich in gold mining, hunting, and trapping. Talkeetna’s downtown is a National Historic District, with several buildings on the National Registry of Historic Places. In addition to attracting a growing number of tourists, Talkeetna serves as the staging area for climbers attempting to scale Mt. McKinley and other peaks in the Alaska Range. At the confluence of 3 rivers, Talkeetna is also a prime fishing spot and playground in general to outdoor enthusiasts of all kind. Opportunities abound to view the natural beauty and resident wildlife by air, boat, train, or trek. One of the most breathtaking views of North America’s tallest mountain, Mt. McKinley (Denali), can be seen from Talkeetna.

TRAPPER CREEK is a less-populated community due west of Talkeetna as the eagle flies, but 30 road miles apart. The area is home to many sled dog kennels and snowmachine enthusiasts. Extensive trails can be found north and south of the Petersville Road. Views of Mt. McKinley and the Alaska Range are outstanding in the area.

AREA LINKS

KTNA radio Our local radio station. Listen on-line!

Talkeetna Times Newspaper

The Frontiersman (Wasilla newspaper)

Anchorage Daily News

Talkeetna Chamber of Commerce

Talkeetna Visitor Center Your resource for

Talkeetna Travel Book local activities & overnight accomodations

Talkeetna Roadhouse  You can also view Talkeetna activities here!

Alaska Nature Guides Take a guided hike!

Denali Web Cam  Provided by the National Park Service

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