• Question: Why is Talkeetna a popular destination?
    Answer: Talkeetna is a popular launch point for visitors looking to explore Denali National Park.
  • Question: What is special about Talkeetna’s downtown district?
    Answer: Talkeetna’s downtown district is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
  • Question: What can visitors find in Talkeetna’s downtown district?
    Answer: The downtown district is home to a number of turn-of-the-century businesses.

Things to Do:

1. See historical exhibits at Walter Harper Talkeetna Ranger Station

See historical exhibits at Walter Harper Talkeetna Ranger Station
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2. Visit Alaskan War Veterans Memorial

Visit Alaskan War Veterans Memorial
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3. Learn about local history Talkeetna Historical Society Museum

Learn about local history Talkeetna Historical Society Museum
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4. Go fishing in Byers Lake

Go fishing in Byers Lake
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5. Have a picnic at Kahiltna Gold Birch Syrup

Have a picnic at Kahiltna Gold Birch Syrup
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6. Indulge in ice cream at Nagley's General Store

Indulge in ice cream at Nagley's General Store
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7. Go beer tasting at Denali Brewing Company & Tasting Room

Go beer tasting at Denali Brewing Company & Tasting Room
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8. See rotating exhibits at The Dancing Leaf Gallery

See rotating exhibits at The Dancing Leaf Gallery
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9. Admire the view from Talkeetna Riverfront Park

Admire the view from Talkeetna Riverfront Park
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10. Explore the outdoors at Talkeetna Lakes Park

Explore the outdoors at Talkeetna Lakes Park
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11. Go on a tour with Talkeetna Air Taxi

Go on a tour with Talkeetna Air Taxi
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12. Have fun with Denali Zipline Tours

Have fun with Denali Zipline Tours
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13. Get a snack at Talkeetna Spinach Bread

Get a snack at Talkeetna Spinach Bread
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14. Spend a night at Talkeetna Roadhouse

Spend a night at Talkeetna Roadhouse
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15. Take the kids to Mountain High Pizza Pie

Take the kids to Mountain High Pizza Pie
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16. Have lunch at Flying Squirrel Bakery Cafe

Have lunch at Flying Squirrel Bakery Cafe
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17. See art at Aurora Dora

See art at Aurora Dora
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