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 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.

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.

The service and experience with Talkeetna Air Taxi was great! There was a mixup and they were late…read moreto pick us up, but once we called they were there within minutes and made it right. The flight was amazing and the views were incredible. Our pilot was super friendly and overall it was a great experience. I would definitely recommend and use them again.

A Breathtaking Experience Ruined by the Owner's Appalling Behaviour…read more Denali and the glacier landing were absolutely magnificent. The scenery was breathtaking, and the flight itself should have been one of the highlights of my visit to Alaska. Unfortunately, our guide and pilot, Paul -- who, as I understand it, is also the owner of the business -- turned it into an extremely unpleasant experience. Throughout the trip, Paul was consistently rude, dismissive and thoroughly unprofessional. While the other six passengers were boarding the aircraft one by one, I politely asked whether I could use those couple of minutes to take a photograph. Each passenger needed roughly 30 seconds to board, so my request would not have delayed the group at all. Nevertheless, Paul abruptly refused, without offering any reasonable explanation or showing even basic courtesy. His hostile attitude continued throughout the experience. When we returned, I calmly asked him why he had been so rude to me. His response was that it was "my problem". Even more shockingly, while I was standing by reception and had neither threatened nor insulted him, he physically pushed me. I found this behaviour completely unacceptable. I have travelled to 52 countries and 27 American states, and I have rarely encountered such disrespectful treatment in the tourism industry. A paying guest should never be spoken to or treated in this manner -- particularly by the owner of the company. The natural experience itself is extraordinary: Denali is spectacular, the mountains are unforgettable, and landing on the glacier is genuinely special. However, I strongly recommend requesting any pilot or guide other than Paul. Alaska deserves to be experienced with wonder and excitement, not spoiled by hostility and humiliation. Beautiful destination. Unforgettable scenery. Absolutely appalling customer service from Paul.

Enjoyed the short stay we had but was so happy they accepted pets! Can you believe it no major…read morehotel, cabin or inn accepts pets in Denali! Ridiculous!! What a missed opportunity! We all loved the cozy cabin and will highly recommend. We were in the Denali Room! It was cute and just had that Alaska Feel so welcoming! My texts with the manager pre-arrival with directions and entry instructions were clear and perfect. Didn't have to worry or fret - it was easy peasy! We didn't get to our room till 12:30 am. The welcome sign chalk board with our last Name led the way! Comfortable bed, beautiful room, dog/pet friendly, Small fridge, it was pretty picture perfect! Coffee pods in a Keurig ready for wake up! OH Did I mention the Homemade Banana Bread? SO GOOD! So I went to a client business meeting at Denali State Park and was so disappointed we couldn't bring our four legged friend to stay there. We had to do the meeting and then had to drive 2 hours+ to get half way home but stay close enough to get back to Denali. We wish we had more time to hang around but again this was perfect for the 2 day 1 overnight trip and we would do this again! Talkeetna you have a gem of a place! Thanks all that did what you did!

Talkeetna Chalet Friends suggested the idea of a quiet…read moregetaway in a part of Alaska we hadn't explored yet. We weren't sure we would join them as most cabins are pricey. We learned only a portion of the payment is taken at booking, and the rest is charged the day before check-in. This was not something we remember reading anywhere before the booking process. It would have made us more likely to book when someone suggested these cabins a year ago, knowing the total cost isn't due immediately. Affordability is always a draw! We had a nice weekend, though we were hardly in the cabin during our stay, so it was a fairly neutral experience overall--pros and cons to follow. Pros: **Minutes away from Talkeetna proper. **Military discount. **WiFi. **Plenty of outlets for charging devices. **Pets allowed (though we don't currently have any) @ +$25 per pet. **The cabin is small but uncomplicated; ideal for 2-4 people. **There was a cute personalized welcome sign by the front door upon arrival. **There was a lovely patio set for two that would be fun to enjoy if the weather accommodated. **It was beautifully quiet. (Minus the occasional train horn and the sounds of vehicle doors belonging to other guests at nearby cabins.) **The heat worked well **Open closet/storage shelf and stowaway luggage rack +4 hangers. **Comfortable queen-sized bed with soft sheets and a futon for sitting/extra sleep space. **Kitchenette with mini fridge, microwave, electric kettle, Keurig coffeemaker, and drink options provided for each. Some dishware was also available for use, and a 2-seater bar/eating space. **A nice full bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower and a plethora of towels, as well as a towel warming rack and space heater. The shower also contained a dispenser with shampoo, conditioner, and liquid soap. (Brand labels would be valuable for anyone with sensitive skin/allergies.) Cons: **Dust bunnies on the ceiling beams and cobwebs stretched between track lighting and the ceiling. We avoided using the ceiling fan for fear of displacing more dust when our allergies were already flaring. Dust lined the bottom shelf of the storage space and luggage rack. There was also a dried-up contact lens adhered to one of the bedside tables. **One of the open closet/storage shelves was loose, resting on the bottom one, so we lost a little storage space. We also wished there were more hangers for coats and sweaters. **Excessive pillows and area rugs/mats. We brought our pillows, so managing the 8 pillows on the bed, +futon pillows, felt like an imposition. There was also some sort of stain (oily in appearance?) on the sheets. We tucked away 2 of the more decorative mats during our stay (after slipping on one) because they were hazardous vs. practical without a slip-proof pad underneath. **There was more dust and web strings on the bathroom nightlight. We were excited by the luxurious towel warming rack, but it is mounted so low it seemed dangerous to put wet towels on as they'd rest right on the plugs. Using anything lower than the top rung caused the towel to sit on the floor. **Cabin kitsch. No disrespect intended, as everyone has their style, but this was a little overwhelming, particularly the number of wall hangings and patterns. It detracted from the cabin's existing charm and architecture. To reiterate, it was a nice weekend, though we were hardly in the cabin during our stay, so it was a fairly neutral experience overall.

We had a one night stay while on our Celebrity cruise tour. On a clear day you can see Denali from…read morethe outdoor viewing platform at the main lodge which didn't occur while we were there. However we weren't too disappointed as we saw Denali the day before on a beautiful clear day while on the road. We stayed in a building below the main lodge. A very short walk. Had to kill two mosquitoes in our room. Talkeetna is actually closer to Denali than Denali Park Village. The property is very nice but our stay very brief. As with Denali Park Village, there's a Northern Lights notification system you can participate in with the front desk. Alas no such luck for us that night. There's a coffee bar and a sit down restaurant. A massive fireplace anchors the hotel lobby. We ate at the Bistro at the lodge twice - dinner and breakfast as our time was brief. There's a hotel courtesy shuttle into town. The last one at 9:45pm. On display is an Alaskan brown bear shot by a 10 year old.

This is a great place to stay in Talkeetna. The lodge is beautiful and has the best view of Denali…read more(on a clear day, of course). The lodge itself is beautiful with a big open entry with a stone fireplace. There is plenty of seating so you can enjoy the view, warm up by the fire or play games at a table with friends and family. There are water refilling stations, ice machines, laundry machines. We enjoyed the trails around the lodge, which were well maintained. We took advantage of the free shuttle to town that arrives every 30 minutes. The rooms are fine. The couch was pretty torn up and there is no air conditioning- which we didn't need in September. The train does come through around 4:40 AM and wakes you up. Service is friendly enough but nothing special. Food options are decent. We really liked the halibut Reuben at the restaurant.

We spent one night here on our way from the Kenai Peninsula to Denali. The place was great! It was…read morecute, comfortable, well maintained, and the owners were very friendly and hospitable. Our cabin had a screened in patio and our room had a good sized bed and bunk beds for the kids. The curtains were great and the first truly effective blackout curtains I've encountered this trip. Everything about our stay here was great and we wish we could have stayed here longer. I can't recommend this place enough.

This place was truly amazing! The cabins were very cute and they made our vacation much much…read morebetter. We were very sad we only could stay one night but it was better than 0! They even had free s'mores and all The materials you need. They also had a place where you could paint wood and we didn't do it but it looked fun! I totally recommend this place and you should come!!!

Well ain't this just an unexpectedly sassy little hole-in-the-wall?…read more I only stopped in here for gas and to use the restroom, but I just had to review this place because there is SO MUCH MORE going on here. They had great, fresh, hot food and real, legit, espresso coffee! In Trapper Creek of all places! The girls that worked here were upbeat and full of sass, just what I needed after an exhausting day of being up all the time in the midnight sun. Like many places in Alaska, I think they are also an "Inn"...and not in name only. Seems the state is littered with places with "Inn" or "Lodge" in the name that don't *appear* to offer rooms but...you'll find if you ask around, they actually do! If you're going to/from Denali, this place is definitely worth a stop to recharge your batteries and put some gas in your tank. This is local flavor you won't want to miss!

This is a little restaurant in the back of a road side gas station. It was recommended by some…read morelocals and I will say it really has some great potential. It has a small menu of burgers and things along those lines and the kids were able to find something as well. I believe they are mainly known for their burgers as they make their patties fresh and have a good taste with the spices they add. My burger happened to be a bit over done but I don't remember saying how I wanted it cooked so they may "default" to cooking them well done unless otherwise mentioned. Everyone I was with was happy with their meals and there is the ice cream to finish it off. One thing I would suggest is that you might want to leave you jacket in the car as it will smell like the "kitchen" when you leave, not a bad thing just a tip! I should also mention that the ladies working in the kitchen and taking your orders were very fun and friendly, a nice touch to a local spot.