Be careful with the water as you may end up in Anchorage, said the in keeper as he drove around…read moretown before check in time to introduce this town to us. Yes the water current is strong. Stronger than it may seems. Park itself is very small but a great place to spot Mt Denali on a good day. Mountain is not always visible but chances of seeing the mountain is an early morning. Sun might rise around 4 or so in the summer but that's the best time to come to the park if mountain may show their face. We were in town for three days. On the last day, the weather finally cleared up and there! Oh it was so beautiful, I stood there admiring the mountain for a long time. My in keeper said only 10% of visitors get to see the mountain, and I felt very lucky to be that 10%. Other than that, this is a very small park.

We did not stay here overnight. We visited during late October. What a sight to behold!! With the…read morethree rivers coming together, ice colliding, the swoosh of slush rushing by, and Denali in the background!

I'm not sure who in their right mind would rate this park anything less than 5 stars. The…read morebathrooms, showers, and laundry were all extremely well maintained and clean. The hook ups and dump area all worked as they should and the price was extremely fair. I wouldn't and won't stay anywhere else in Talkeetna when I come back. Thanks for two excellent nights!!

Easy check in after hours. All spots have water and power hook up. Nice area to throw trash, a…read morebonfire pit, and shower or do laundry. Resturant/bar right next door. Train does go through the back of the park at all hours of the night.

This is how you access one of the most famous backpacking trips in Alaska: Kesugi Ridge…read more There are numerous trailheads that access the route, this the first. Calling it a "ridge" is a bit extremely, it's more like a long, flatish hill. Its claims to fame is the jaw-dropping views of Denali, Moose's Tooth, and Broken Tooth. Other things you can do here: Car camp, right next to your car. Backcountry camp ~1 mile from your car. Rent cabins. (even in winter) Canoe in the lake. This is a great place to get out of your car and get some fresh air. It is WAY less crowded than Denali National Park and the views are nearly just as good.

Great campgrounds, great history, fun hiking trails, you can eat almost everything! Take a guided…read moretour, its very much worth it!

Great place to stop and view Denali. The entrance is kinda difficult to see so make sure you slow…read moredown as you approach as you turn into the area off a highway. Restrooms nearby. Very walkable and short trail takes you higher and gives you a better view of it all! Loved my time here on the way to Fairbanks.

We weren't lucky enough to catch Denali on a clear day. It was rather cloudy. But we got to see the…read morebase of the giant mountain. Not a particularly special or awe inspiring spot, but maybe that's different on a clear day. Still cool to know we were technically staring at the largest peak in North America.

5 star for a primitive camping site. They do offer bathrooms, picnic area. They have a fire ring at…read moreeach site and a table. There is a hand pimp where you may get your own freshwater. The park is based on honesty system. There's a small drop box to ask you to please deposit the correct amount of money. The sites also very short walk from a nice River. I didn't see any animals there but I saw a big pile of moose poop and moose tracks.

I liked this viewpoint more than the South viewpoint. But again unfortunately it was a cloudy day…read more We got to see more of the base of the mountain despite that though. We got to see a lot more of the mountain range. And it was more peaceful. If you bring binoculars, you might be lucky enough to spot some animals.

I did not stay here--disclaimer…read more However, I needed a fishing license, and these folks went out of their way to help me. They printed some stuff for me. They took care of me in a grand fashion and they did not have to. And no--they got no money from me to help me with the fishing licences. They just got it done. Cute campground. Nice folks. When I have the RV, this will be among the stops!

This is a great place for a family camping adventure. They have good camping sites, access to the…read morecreek for fishing, a general store, and wifi.

This has to be one of the nicest campgrounds iv ever been to. So much space between sites and…read morepretty quite. The Lake is huge, they offer RV dumping and water. They offer boat rental and cabin's as well. This place is dog friendly The only negative is that their sites to have have water and power on the site it self. But the greatness totally outweighs that issue. I had a really good sleep from the main road. I found this site by chance. When I'm driving and get tired I have been pulling into any place or random spots. In Alaska you are allowed to came anywhere at anytime. Really great state. Very cozy and quite. The local ranger on staff was super nice guy. He showed me how to drain the tanks and guided me around the area. Even suggest some places to stop and take photos of. Yes, camp here if your looking for campgrounds to review.

Great hut for the winter! Approach is really short (though not necessarily straight forward) and…read morethe views are really great (or so I'm told). You could sleep a lot of people in here, although we had 3 and a dog. The main window faces Denali and you can take the quintessential "Denali framed by window" shot for your adoring Instagram followers. The day I was there, "The High One" was socked in with clouds, so I missed the opportunity. I did, however, witness a pretty decent Northern Lights show while warming at a fire atop frozen Byers Lake! I've heard this place can be pretty buggy in the summer, so I wouldn't necessarily recommend it. Besides, shouldn't you be camping?!

Mahay's backpack/small luggage temporary storage review!…read more I am sure for those reading this they are probably on the Princess land tour. Talkeetna seems to be a major stop for the cruise line, The bus drivers encourage people to leave their backpack here 1. Its only $2 2. You don't have to carry it around, if its heavy or if it's raining it'll stay dry 3. Its convenient since the bus drivers meet in front of the shop. At first it was quite the scene, some lady takes your money and doesn't give you a ticket or anything in return, she just tells you to keep moving... Goodness they make money! We'll you have to walk in the shop to put your bag in there, might as well souvenir shop. When we were done, I was happy to know that our stuff was still there and the workers were very attentive to what people were grabbing asked the color of the bag/location etc etc. Overall, it worked out - trustworthy spot! =)

Loved everything about this. Cory and Brian our guides were fantastic. Didn't see much for wild…read morelife but the views were beautiful and their stories of the area were great. Jet boat was so fun to ride in. Thank you!

Our 5-hour river fishing adventure with Phantom Tri River Charters was one of the highlights of our…read moreAlaska trip! From the moment we were picked up right on time at our lodging and driven to base camp, everything was organized and professional. Our guide, Shane, was outstanding. As complete first-time fishermen, we appreciated how instructive, knowledgeable, personable, and incredibly patient he was. He got us fitted with waders, explained everything clearly, and made us feel comfortable and confident throughout the trip. The private spin fishing excursion itself was an absolute blast. While we only landed one beautiful rainbow trout, the experience was never about the number of fish. Shane's enthusiasm, encouragement, and sense of humor made every cast enjoyable, and the breathtaking scenery made the day unforgettable. The exhilarating boat ride down the river was an adventure in itself and added even more excitement to an already fantastic outing. If you're looking for an authentic Alaskan fishing experience with a top-notch guide who genuinely wants you to have a great time, we highly recommend Phantom Tri River Charters. Thank you, Shane, for creating memories we'll never forget!

Perfect 1/2 day fishing trip w Shane. The waders were key and we stayed warm and dry. Love the…read morejet boat ride to the fishing spot.