Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area

Popular places to visit

This is one of my favorite places to take kids, family, and friends when they come for a visit. It is a truly "Alaska" experience to be able to wander among and feed the Reindeer here. And the scenery on the way can't be beat! Landscape wise, Pioneer Peak is the star of the show on this trip along the Old Glenn Highway & Bodenburg Loop Road.

Reindeer Farm

4.5/5(13 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Reindeer Farm during your stay in Butte. Wander the forest or discover the area's mountain views.

Reindeer Farm
Pretty tough to beat the views of the valley from the top of the Butte.

Bodenburg Butte

3.5/5(2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Bodenburg Butte, a lovely green space in Butte. Wander the forest or discover the area's mountain views.

Bodenburg Butte
The scenic beauty is a big draw in all Seasons.

Newcomb Park

Explore the great outdoors at Newcomb Park, a lovely green space in Wasilla. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Newcomb Park

Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site during your travels in Gateway. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site

Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm

4/5(2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm, a lovely green space in Gateway. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm

Arkose Brewery

4.5/5(2 reviews)

You can take time to visit Arkose Brewery during your travels to Palmer. Wander the forest or discover the area's mountain views.

Arkose Brewery

Best Lodging Options Near Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area

Grand View Inn & Suites

Grand View Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
2900 E Parks Hwy, Wasilla, AK
Grand View Inn & Suites
Spacious Lodge in Charming Palmer with Incredible Mountain Views

Spacious Lodge in Charming Palmer with Incredible Mountain Views

Palmer
Spacious Lodge in Charming Palmer with Incredible Mountain Views
The Pioneer Motel

The Pioneer Motel

2.5 out of 5
124 W Arctic Ave, Palmer, AK
The Pioneer Motel
Alaska's Select Inn Wasilla

Alaska's Select Inn Wasilla

2 out of 5
3451 E. Palmdale Drive, Wasilla, AK
Alaska's Select Inn Wasilla
Colony Suites

Colony Suites

4 out of 5
380 S Colony Way, Palmer, AK
Colony Suites
Cabin By The Lake centrally located, full kitchen, washer & dryer

Cabin By The Lake centrally located, full kitchen, washer & dryer

Palmer
Cabin By The Lake centrally located, full kitchen, washer & dryer
Eagle Hotel

Eagle Hotel

2.5 out of 5
918 S Colony Way, Palmer, AK
Eagle Hotel
Unique & Imaginative: Time Traveler's B&B in Downtown Palmer

Unique & Imaginative: Time Traveler's B&B in Downtown Palmer

Palmer
Unique & Imaginative: Time Traveler's B&B in Downtown Palmer
Forestlane Cottage 1

Forestlane Cottage 1

Palmer
Forestlane Cottage 1
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