Introduction Talkeetna Lakes Park is known for its quiet canoeing and catch-and-release trout fishing. The lakes offer stunning views of Denali and a shoreline with numerous coves and islands that support a healthy, thriving trout habitat making this a peaceful,...
Featured image: belted kingfisher in flight with a feeder fish in its beak. Introduction and Overview Talkeetna Lakes Park supports a diverse ecosystem that includes mountains, lakes, boreal forests, and wetlands. These diverse habitats support a variety of...
Spring is in the air in Alaska. Ice on the lakes is getting soft and candled. Soon there will be open leads with swans, loons, ducks and many other birds touring the area in search of just the right nesting spot. It’s not quite ready for kayaking or canoeing but...
Weather in Denali State Park is extremely variable. Changes can be sudden with little warning. Summer months (generally May – September) bring temperatures between 33-75 degrees Fahrenheit. We recommend visitors dress in layers of clothing to make it easier to...
Over half of Alaska’s almost 2 million annual visitors are cruise ship passengers according to the Alaska Resource Development Program. To make the most of their visits in port it’s common for passengers to take part in a variety of shore excursions. Get the best...
For most people, a trip to Alaska isn’t complete without getting a few amazing views of Denali (Mt. McKinley), and with good reason—North America’s tallest peak (20,320 feet), commonly called Denali, is beautiful. From afar, it’s massive. And up close, the sheer...
Alaska is a place full of breathtaking sights, clean air, and undeniable beauty so it’s easy to see why artist Sydney Laurence made it his home and never left. A vacation to the last frontier will leave you with an unforgettable experience. In a State over twice...
