Guidebook for Palmer
Parks & Nature
Hatcher's pass is a great place to go hiking, see beautiful Alaskan scenery, and enjoy the day. In the fall there are blueberries to pick. There is also an old historic mine that you can walk around and see. Very much worth the visit.
146 locals recommend
Hatcher Pass
Hatcher's pass is a great place to go hiking, see beautiful Alaskan scenery, and enjoy the day. In the fall there are blueberries to pick. There is also an old historic mine that you can walk around and see. Very much worth the visit.
History of Gold Mining in the Mat Su Valley
49 locals recommend
Independence Mine State Historical Park
23264 Gold Cord RdHistory of Gold Mining in the Mat Su Valley
Arts & Culture
Not really a museum, the lodge is a restaurant near the old historic gold mine that sits in the top of Hatcher pass.
26 locals recommend
Hatcher Pass Lodge
Gold Cord RoadNot really a museum, the lodge is a restaurant near the old historic gold mine that sits in the top of Hatcher pass.
Essentials
This place is nearby and sells a little bit of almost everything. For groceries, they sell mostly Costco products. They have an extensive sporting goods department for a small store. It is a great place to pick up last-minute items like fishing licences and gear, bug spray, and food for the trail.
12 locals recommend
Three Bears Alaska
8151 E Palmer-Wasilla HwyThis place is nearby and sells a little bit of almost everything. For groceries, they sell mostly Costco products. They have an extensive sporting goods department for a small store. It is a great place to pick up last-minute items like fishing licences and gear, bug spray, and food for the trail.
Food Scene
Evangelo's Restaurant
2530 E Parks HwyBest food in the Mat Su valley
Turkey Red
550 S Alaska StNatural Food and Vegetarian offerings
Valley Hotel Open Café
606 S Alaska StOld Fashioned Diner with a caboose bar inside.
Palmer City Alehouse
320 E Dahlia AveMany guests have recommended
The best Mexican food in Palmer because it is the only Mexican food in Palmer.
14 locals recommend
La Fiesta Restaurant
132 Evergreen AveThe best Mexican food in Palmer because it is the only Mexican food in Palmer.
Entertainment & Activities
The Valley Cinema
3331 E Old Matanuska RdOnly one in the valley
Drinks & Nightlife
Moosehead Saloon
810 S Colony WayFour Corners Lounge
8000 E Palmer-Wasilla HwyKlondike Mike's Saloon & Road House BBQ
820 S Colony WaySightseeing
Reindeer Farm
5561 Bodenburg LoopThe Musk Ox Farm
12850 E Archie RdMatanuska Glacier
30820 West Glenn HighwayIce Climbing for the adventurous tourists.
NOVA Alaska Guides
38100 Glenn HwyWhite water rafting adventures on the Matanuska River.