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Food scene
Great local alehouse with Alaskan brews, great sandwiches, pizza and more. In the summer they have weekend music and outside seating with spectacular views.
79 locals recommend
Palmer City Alehouse
320 E Dahlia AveGreat local alehouse with Alaskan brews, great sandwiches, pizza and more. In the summer they have weekend music and outside seating with spectacular views.
Great local coffee house with delicious Quiche, specialty coffees, teas, sandwiches and baked goods.
47 locals recommend
Vagabond Blues
642 S Alaska StGreat local coffee house with delicious Quiche, specialty coffees, teas, sandwiches and baked goods.
Great llittle dinner with delicious breakfast and a fun environment.
37 locals recommend
The Noisy Goose
1890 Glenn HwyGreat llittle dinner with delicious breakfast and a fun environment.
City/town information
Downtown Palmer has some great shops with local arts, clothing, and many other great finds.
48 locals recommend
Palmer
Downtown Palmer has some great shops with local arts, clothing, and many other great finds.
If you can make the drive north to Talkeetna, it is well worth the time. There are great little shops, amazing food, and if you are llucky one of the best views of "Denali" outside of the park.
130 locals recommend
Talkeetna
If you can make the drive north to Talkeetna, it is well worth the time. There are great little shops, amazing food, and if you are llucky one of the best views of "Denali" outside of the park.
City advice
Don't miss
Take a drive up Hatcher Pass for amazing views!
In the summer you can hike anywhere, trail or off the beaten path. Be sure to visit Indepedence Mine as well. In the winter, you can snowshow, back country ski or snowboard, or check out the new Skeetawk Ski Resort.
Don't miss
Reflection Lake walk
Reflection Lake is found along the Glenn Highway and is beautiful level walk around the scenic lake. The trail is wide and has various benches for stopping to enjoy the serenity of the beauty around you. There is an elevated viewing platform along the trail as well.
What to pack
Layers, Layers, Layers...and a raincoat
The key to comfort in Alaska is layers! Always have a hat and perhaps some thin gloves in the summer and fall, as well as your raincoat on hand.