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Breathtaking Adventure in Alaska!
Breathtaking Adventure
Breathtaking adventure is in the air as we travel North in Alaska! What majestic mountains! The mountains are magnificent and the trees are lush and green. You travel through canyons that are tall with rustic overtones. Breathtaking adventure is everywhere, as we head out North. Join in, as we see panorama views, steep grades, amazing mountains, glaciers, tunnels, and waterfalls. You will travel through narrow gorges and the even narrower trestles are breathtaking. Experience cliff hanging adventure, as you journey into the Alaskan North. This is a harsh land with amazing beauty. Here you will discover breathtaking adventure in the Land Of The Midnight Sun!
Amazing Journey
Journey with us to the Outback of Alaska. Climb nearly 3,000 feet in places, and in just 20 minutes. There is no better way to experience Alaska than to take a tour on the Old Historic Railroad. This narrow gauge railway is breathtaking adventure. You will experience switch back turns, deep canyons, and lots of snow on the mountain. There is no shortage of snow-covered mountains year around. The Old Historic Cars allow you the freedom to stretch out and be comfortable. Enjoy the view from the climate controlled cars. Better yet, go outside and let the breeze run through your hair. Hang onto your hat, as the wind does blow.
What is the best Alaskan Railroad trip? Alaska has been blessed with such exciting places as Mt.McKinley and the Denali National Park. There are places in the Denali Star Route that are indescribable. Explore the towering Chugach Mountains. Experience tall bridges as you cross the Knik and the Matanuska Rivers. On this route the train heads North to the Talkeetna Mountains and into the amazing Matanuska Valley. The Matamuska valley is full of breathtaking adventure and unsurpassed beauty.
Experience breathtaking adventure on the Glacier Discovery Train as it travels from Anchorage to amazing places like Spencer Glacier. The snow and ice-covered glaciers have a blue tone in the bright sunlight. This area is home to amazing wildlife. This area is populated with bear, moose, coyotes and wolves. Beautiful Swans pass here on their migration routes. This amazing area is just a few miles out of Anchorage, yet there are no roads.
Even further North are the White Pass and Yukon routes. Civilization is left nearly behind as you travel into these scenic mountain passes. Other than an occasional village or homestead, you will see fantastic mountain ranges and spectacular views. Breathtaking adventure awaits as you experience Alaskan wildlife in Alaska’s Interior. See the Arctic fox play, and watch the herds of moose as you pass by. In the summer months you might catch a bear fishing in a river or stream. Life in Alaska is never dull or boring. Cross the Arctic Circle as you as you travel. Enjoy The Land Of The Midnight Sun with the Alaskan Railroad. The routes are numerous and there is an option for overnight stays and other adventure packages. So add-on a cruise or enjoy the Iditarod Races. Take a boat down the Talkeetna River. Experience a rafting trip. Stay overnight in a no frills rustic lodge. The combinations are endless. Breathtaking adventure is waiting on the Alaskan Railway.
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Matanuska Glacier—Alaska USA
Matanuska Glacier—Alaska USA
Matanuska Glacier is one of the worlds awesome wonders. How majestic it is! The Matanuska Glacier is an amazing sight when traveling between Palmer and Glennallen. The ice sparkles in the winter sunlight! It is clean and beautiful with a new layer of snow. This is unsuppressed beauty, Alaskan style. It is so fantastic that Alaska Magazine made it number two of the top forty-nine places to visit in the State of Alaska. Is it on your bucket list? It should be on everyone’s To Do List! It is too magnificent to miss!
Where does this beautiful glacier come from? The Matanuska Glacier begins high up in the Chugach Mountain Range of South Central Alaska. It is visible for much of the drive on the Glenn Highway National Byway. One of the best view points is at Glacier View, Alaska. This is the perfect view! The Matanuska Glacier is the largest glacier in Alaska that you can reach by car. It is truly a beautiful sight and goes for about 26 mile and is 4 miles wide at its widest point. It is truly a privilege to see this remarkable work of nature. It is one of the wonders of Alaska! Come and See….Matanuska Glacier!
For those living in the Greater Anchorage area, it is only a two hour drive north east of the city. Take the Glenn Highway out of the city. This beautiful glacier can be seen for miles. Be patient though, there are some views that do not have safe parking. There are many large wayside areas to stop at, if you just wait. These vistas give you a safe place to enjoy this amazing and magnificent view. Come and see, what’s in your own back yard!
Matanuska Glacier Recreation Area covers more than 229 acres. This vista is located at mile post 101. There is no access to the glacier from there, but the view is amazing. It is a very popular spot for photographers. There is an easy walking trail that goes along the side of the glacier and the Matanuska River. There is also a nice pavilion that makes a perfect spot to relax and enjoy the magnificent views. What a fun way to relax. Relaxation with a view!
For those who are hardy and adventurous, Matanuska Glacier Park is at milepost 102. This is a private parking area and a parking fee is charged. This is the only point where you can access the glacier. The fee allows you to drive right up to the side of this amazing glacier and park. There is a trail and it is about a fifteen minute walk to the glacier. Once you reach the glacier, you can choose to explore to your heart’s content, or use one of several guide companies on site. Which ever you choose, be ready for the experience of a lifetime.There is nothing like it!
The Sheep Mountain and Glacier View communities welcome you to come spend a day or a week. These are two of the most fantastic communities in this area. The scenery is awesome! The wildlife is amazing! And yes, there are fantastic places to stay and quality restaurants. There are even cabins overlooking the glacier. There are real Alaskan lodges. What are you waiting for? Matanuska Glacier is waiting to delight you with the adventure of a lifetime. Come and see, what’s in your own back yard.
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