'''Talkeetna''' is a small town in Southcentral Alaska around 3 hours (by car) south of Denali National Park and Preserve.
Get in
Talkeetna can be reached by car or by small plane, and those who visit may never want to leave. The town is also a stop on the Alaskan railroad, on the Denali Star.
See
Weather permitting, flightseeing out of Talkeetna will take you around North America's tallest peak. Mount McKinley (or Denali to Alaskans) is a short flight from this small Alaskan town. Land on a glacier at the base of Mt. McKinley and experience the excitement of standing among the great peaks; the immense scale will astound you. '''([http://www.talkeetnaair.com/index.html Talkeetna Air Taxi])'''
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Do
Visit Whole Wheat Radio http://www.wholewheatradio.org - a webcast and house concert series playing independent music (singer-songwriters, blues, jazz, other adult genres) originating in Talkeetna.
Rafting and kayaking trips leave daily from Talkeetna.
As the town nearest to McKinley, it is a jump-off point for climbing enthusiasts. If you are up for the climb, air taxi service is available from Talkeetna for the sure-footed, intrepid adventurers that are going to climb McKinley, Hunter or Foraker. Flightseeing tours and glacier landings are also available from Talkeetna. '''([http://www.talkeetnaair.com/ Talkeetna Air Taxi], [http://www.flyk2.com/ K2 Aviation]), [http://www.talkeetnaaero.com Talkeetna Aero Services])'''
Buy
Eat
'''Talkeetna Roadhouse''', Main St., [http://www.talkeetnaroadhouse.com/]. Great place to eat with its own bakery. Atmosphere is very informal with shared family-style seating.
Drink
'''The West Rib cafe and Pub''', Main St., [http://www.westribpub.info]. Make sure to try the infamous Ice Axe Ale made especially for the The West Rib. Containing 11% alcohol by volume, you can only order two glasses, unless you buy a pitcher.
Great burgers and Alaska Salmon and Halibut sandwiches served daily throughout the summer. Located behind Historic Nagleys Store, this funky little pub has a great outdoor deck as well as indoor seating. Eleven microbrews on tap, mostly from Alaskan breweries. The place is filled with historic and climber related stuff. Fun to explore and you can write your name on certain walls.
Sleep
Budget
'''Talkeetna Hostel International''', I Street (''off of mile 99 of the Parks Highway''), Ph: (907) 733-4678, Fax: (907) 733-4679, [mailto:info@talkeetnahostel.com info@talkeetnahostel.com], [http://www.talkeetnahostel.com/]. Rates $27 - $75 per night (Bunk bed, shared room: $27 - linens $3 extra, Private double: $60/night, Private single: $75/night).
'''Traleika Mountaintop Cabins''' Two unique Alaskan vacation homes for your exclusive use. The mountaintop location provides unparalleled views of Denali and its neighboring peaks. Rates from $165. '''([http://www.traleika.com/ Traleika Mountaintop Cabins])'''
Splurge
'''Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge''', Mile 12.5 Talkeetna Spur Rd, Ph: (907) 733-9500, Fax: (907) 733-9545, [mailto:info@talkeetnalodge.com info@talkeetnalodge.com], [http://www.talkeetnalodge.com/]. Beautiful lodge located in the woods on a hill above Talkeetna. Observation deck with view of the complete Denali Mountain Range. Free transfer to and from the train station as well as to the town of Talkeetna. Rates: $219 - $395/night (Mountain Side), $169 - $295 (Main Lodge), $149 - $265 (Guest Lodge).
"Fireweed Station Inn" Sunshine Rd, Talkeetna. ph: (907)733-1457 email: info@fireweedstationinn.com web www.fireweedstationinn.com
Get out
'''Denali National Park'''. Home of North America's tallest mountain, Denali is a scenic and wildlife paradise.