- Our list of the best things to do in Wasilla, Alaska, features the top 61 nearby activities — including 33 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Wasilla, AK has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Adventures, Museums & Galleries, and Tours.
- The results below include the top 22 things to do within the city of Wasilla, AK , followed by 39 popular activities in nearby cities, including Palmer, Eagle River, McCarthy, Anchorage, Girdwood, Chickaloon and Chugiak
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Knik River Rd, Mile 3.5, Palmer, AK 99645
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A steep trail running near a river, Pioneer Ridge - Austin Helmers Trail is marked by small streams and swampy areas covered by bridges. There are many views of nearby waterfalls, and wildlife includes black bears.
10.8 Miles
An active gold mine until 1951, Fern Mine at Archangel Valley is now a historic and scenic site, with all manner of mining relics in evidence. A network of hiking trails leads past the mine site.
10.9 Miles
Musk Ox Farm is a historic 1930s-era Colony farm dedicated to the once endangered Ice Age mammal that roamed the earth alongside saber tooth tigers and woolly mammoths. View them on a walking tour or wander around the small museum and gift shop featuring hand-knit qiviut items.
10.9 Miles
Collecting, preserving, and celebrating the history of Palmer, Alaska, The Palmer Historical Society maintains the Colony House Museum. The society hosts frequent history themed events, as well, and creates a periodic newsletter.
10.9 Miles
Located in the restored home of one of the first arrivals in the area, the Colony House Museum celebrates the traditions and history of the local area. The museum is run by the local historical society and is open daily.
11.0 Miles
Drawing its name from Arkrose Peak, Arkrose Brewery is a seven barrel production microbrewery in Palmer Valley. The brewery offers a tasting room and hosts special events during the month involving tours, art, and chocolate. They feature four flagship beers.
11.0 Miles
Palmer Ice Arena offers ice skating sessions for the public. Palmer Ice Arena Ice Skating Rink was founded in 2005 and is an indoor rink that is open year round.
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PO Box 4260 - Palmer, Palmer, AK 99645
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Alaska Backcountry Bike Tours leads bicycle tours along a variety of scenic trails, and hosts races and special events. The company also offers bike and ski rentals and maintenance services, and sells equipment, as well.
11.4 Miles
Group 3 Aviation Alaska offer guided kayaking, hiking, dog sledding, and ice climbing excursions via helicopter. Fly over the Knik Glacier; a 25-mile long, 6-mile wide river of ice, view the dramatic mountain scenery of glaciers, mountains, lakes, rivers, waterfalls and wildlife, and land on a glacier.
11.6 Miles
Along with a par 72 championship course, the Palmer Golf Course has an all grass driving range and two practice greens. Players can enjoy views of the Mat-Su Valley in addition to a pro shop and even golf lessons.