Explore the Wonders of Alaska
Alaska Customized Excursions Near Anchorage
Pair your favorite activities with our cozy off-grid lodge for the perfect Alaska all inclusive adventure—designed so all you have to do is show up and enjoy. We create customized itineraries that match your group’s interests and pace. Our goal is to make every trip uniquely yours, so you can relax, explore, and experience Alaska exactly the way you imagine it.
Off-roading on ATVs
Explore the Alaskan backcountry and take in all the amazing views among the Talkeetna Mountains with Hatcher Pass ATV Tours. Come and drive one of our brand-new heated & enclosed UTVs! During the winter, we transform the UTVs into mini snowcats equipped with snow tracks, allowing you to explore the Alaskan backcountry in warmth, comfort, and style.
We also offer scenic Alaska Snowmobile Tours for beginners and Powder Tours for advanced riders. Experience the thrill of riding one of our industry-leading Polaris
Gold Panning Adventure at Hatcher Pass
Try your hand at gold panning in the stunning alpine setting of Hatcher Pass, nestled in the heart of the Talkeetna Mountains. Surrounded by sweeping panoramic views and rugged peaks, this hands-on experience lets you explore Alaska’s rich gold rush history while enjoying the serene beauty of the Alaska backcountry. Whether you’re a seasoned prospector or a first-time adventurer, the thrill of striking gold in this breathtaking landscape is unforgettable.
Denali View UTV Assisted Tundra Hiking
We’ll use a UTV to bring you to the top of the mountain, where you’ll begin your hike with stunning views of Denali in the background. Enjoy exclusive access to some of Alaska’s most beautiful mountain ridges—hike along the ridge, take in the scenery, and keep an eye out for wildlife!
Glacier Hike
Join us for a guided hike on the stunning Matanuska Glacier. Learn about the fascinating science behind glacier formation as you walk across the ice, slide through glacier tunnels, and explore breathtaking glacier caves—getting an up-close view of this incredible natural wonder.
Chase the Northern Lights
Join us for an unforgettable night tour with a chance of seeing spectacular northern lights! You will off-road in the mountains, play in the water, mud, snow then climb to over 3000 ft where you can have some clear view point towards the north where the northern light happens. We are located in a dark zone, perfect for viewing the northern lights.
Our heated and enclosed off road vehicles will keep you warm and toasty even during the coldest Alaskan nights. Our UTVs will enable you to access all sorts of different terrain and boost a higher likelihood of seeing northern light even during a partially cloudy night, since we have a higher chance of finding a clearing in the sky via our off road trail system.
You will get to learn more about the science behind northern lights, how to read northern light forecasts and how to take photos of northern lights from our experienced guides. After the tour, you will have all the knowledge and will be able to look for northern light for the rest of your Alaskan vacation!
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
Take a scenic drive through Hatcher Pass, stopping at the famous Beluga Point for photos. Then, we’ll tour the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, where you’ll see packs of wild wolves, grizzly bears, black bears, moose, reindeer, and more! After lunch, we’ll take a short drive to view Portage Glacier.
An experienced guide will lead you on a scenic hike to Byron Glacier, where you’ll have a close-up view of the glacier with rugged mountains in all directions. This is a scenic family friendly hike, about 2 miles long.
Fishing
Willow Creek is famous for salmon fishing! Our expert guide will take you to a prime local spot where you can fish for salmon, trout, and pike. We’ll also process, pack, and freeze your catch so you can take it home with you.
Off Road to Knik Glacier
Experience an off-road adventure across glacier rivers and black silt “beaches” on the way to Knik Glacier. You’ll enjoy close-up views of the Knik Glacier, which stretches over 25 miles long and 5 miles wide making it one of the largest glaciers in Southcentral Alaska!
Alaska Snowmobile Tours
Experience a thrilling adventure snowmobiling in Hatcher Pass, Alaska! A premier place to ride through the mountains and deep snow on your very own snow machine. This tour combines the excitement of high-speed travel with the beauty of a winter landscape, providing a fun and adventurous way to explore the wild terrain of the 49th state.
You will weave through the forest, cross frozen rivers and take in a new vista around every turn. Hop on one of our two-stroke brand new Polaris snowmobiles and explore the Talkeetna mountain range.
Flightseeing around Denali
Join Talkeetna Air Taxi on a Denali flightseeing tour and experience one of the greatest mountain landscapes on earth. Over six million acres of mile high granite gorges, ancient blue glaciers and endless icy peaks… let’s go!
Add a glacier landing to any of our Denali flightseeing tours to walk among the massive peaks and experience an environment known only to mountaineers. Talkeetna Air Taxi performs more glacier landings than any other company in the world with our pilots averaging a decade of flying the park. Our flights are safe, smooth and exciting!
Off-roading on ATVs
Explore the Alaskan backcountry and take in all the amazing views among the Talkeetna Mountains with Hatcher Pass ATV Tours. Come and drive one of our brand-new heated & enclosed UTVs! During the winter, we transform the UTVs into mini snowcats equipped with snow tracks, allowing you to explore the Alaskan backcountry in warmth, comfort, and style. We also offer scenic Alaska Snowmobile Tours for beginners and Powder Tours for advanced riders. Experience the thrill of riding one of our industry-leading Polaris
Gold Panning Adventure at Hatcher Pass
Try your hand at gold panning in the stunning alpine setting of Hatcher Pass, nestled in the heart of the Talkeetna Mountains. Surrounded by sweeping panoramic views and rugged peaks, this hands-on experience lets you explore Alaska’s rich gold rush history while enjoying the serene beauty of the Alaska backcountry. Whether you’re a seasoned prospector or a first-time adventurer, the thrill of striking gold in this breathtaking landscape is unforgettable.
Denali View UTV Assisted Tundra Hiking
We’ll use a UTV to bring you to the top of the mountain, where you’ll begin your hike with stunning views of Denali in the background. Enjoy exclusive access to some of Alaska’s most beautiful mountain ridges—hike along the ridge, take in the scenery, and keep an eye out for wildlife!
Glacier Hike
Join us for a guided hike on the stunning Matanuska Glacier. Learn about the fascinating science behind glacier formation as you walk across the ice, slide through glacier tunnels, and explore breathtaking glacier caves—getting an up-close view of this incredible natural wonder.
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
Take a scenic drive through Hatcher Pass, stopping at the famous Beluga Point for photos. Then, we’ll tour the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, where you’ll see packs of wild wolves, grizzly bears, black bears, moose, reindeer, and more! After lunch, we’ll take a short drive to view Portage Glacier. An experienced guide will lead you on a scenic hike to Byron Glacier, where you’ll have a close-up view of the glacier with rugged mountains in all directions. This is a scenic family friendly hike, about 2 miles long.
Fishing
Willow Creek is famous for salmon fishing! Our expert guide will take you to a prime local spot where you can fish for salmon, trout, and pike. We’ll also process, pack, and freeze your catch so you can take it home with you.
Off Road to Knik Glacier
Experience an off-road adventure across glacier rivers and black silt “beaches” on the way to Knik Glacier. You’ll enjoy close-up views of the Knik Glacier, which stretches over 25 miles long and 5 miles wide making it one of the largest glaciers in Southcentral Alaska!
Flightseeing around Denali
Join Talkeetna Air Taxi on a Denali flightseeing tour and experience one of the greatest mountain landscapes on earth. Over six million acres of mile high granite gorges, ancient blue glaciers and endless icy peaks… let’s go!
Add a glacier landing to any of our Denali flightseeing tours to walk among the massive peaks and experience an environment known only to mountaineers. Talkeetna Air Taxi performs more glacier landings than any other company in the world with our pilots averaging a decade of flying the park. Our flights are safe, smooth and exciting!
Off-roading on ATVs
Explore the Alaskan backcountry and take in all the amazing views among the Talkeetna Mountains with Hatcher Pass ATV Tours. Come and drive one of our brand-new heated & enclosed UTVs! During the winter, we transform the UTVs into mini snowcats equipped with snow tracks, allowing you to explore the Alaskan backcountry in warmth, comfort, and style. We also offer scenic Alaska Snowmobile Tours for beginners and Powder Tours for advanced riders. Experience the thrill of riding one of our industry-leading Polaris
Chase the Northern Lights
Join us for an unforgettable night tour with a chance of seeing spectacular northern lights! you will off-road in the mountains, play in the water, mud, snow then climb to over 3000 ft where you can have some clear view point towards the north where the northern light happens. We are located in a dark zone, perfect for viewing the northern lights. Our heated and enclosed off road vehicles will keep you warm and toasty even during the coldest Alaskan nights. Our UTVs will enable you to access all sorts of different terrain and boost a higher likelihood of seeing northern light even during a partially cloudy night, since we have a higher chance of finding a clearing in the sky via our off road trail system. You will get to learn more about the science behind northern lights, how to read northern light forecasts and how to take photos of northern lights from our experienced guides. After the tour, you will have all the knowledge and will be able to look for northern light for the rest of your Alaskan vacation!
Alaska Snowmobile Tours
Experience a thrilling adventure snowmobiling in Hatcher Pass, Alaska! A premier place to ride through the mountains and deep snow on your very own snow machine. This tour combines the excitement of high-speed travel with the beauty of a winter landscape, providing a fun and adventurous way to explore the wild terrain of the 49th state. You will weave through the forest, cross frozen rivers and take in a new vista around every turn. Hop on one of our two-stroke brand new Polaris snowmobiles and explore the Talkeetna mountain range.
Denali View UTV Assisted Tundra Hiking
We’ll use a UTV to bring you to the top of the mountain, where you’ll begin your hike with stunning views of Denali in the background. Enjoy exclusive access to some of Alaska’s most beautiful mountain ridges—hike along the ridge, take in the scenery, and keep an eye out for wildlife!
Off Road to Knik Glacier
Experience an off-road adventure across glacier rivers and black silt “beaches” on the way to Knik Glacier. You’ll enjoy close-up views of the Knik Glacier, which stretches over 25 miles long and 5 miles wide making it one of the largest glaciers in Southcentral Alaska!
Glacier Hike
Join us for a guided hike on the stunning Matanuska Glacier. Learn about the fascinating science behind glacier formation as you walk across the ice, slide through glacier tunnels, and explore breathtaking glacier caves—getting an up-close view of this incredible natural wonder.
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
Take a scenic drive through Hatcher Pass, stopping at the famous Beluga Point for photos. Then, we’ll tour the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, where you’ll see packs of wild wolves, grizzly bears, black bears, moose, reindeer, and more! After lunch, we’ll take a short drive to view Portage Glacier. An experienced guide will lead you on a scenic hike to Byron Glacier, where you’ll have a close-up view of the glacier with rugged mountains in all directions. This is a scenic family friendly hike, about 2 miles long.
Fishing
Willow Creek is famous for salmon fishing! Our expert guide will take you to a prime local spot where you can fish for salmon, trout, and pike. We’ll also process, pack, and freeze your catch so you can take it home with you.
Flightseeing around Denali
Join Talkeetna Air Taxi on a Denali flightseeing tour and experience one of the greatest mountain landscapes on earth. Over six million acres of mile high granite gorges, ancient blue glaciers and endless icy peaks… let’s go!
Add a glacier landing to any of our Denali flightseeing tours to walk among the massive peaks and experience an environment known only to mountaineers. Talkeetna Air Taxi performs more glacier landings than any other company in the world with our pilots averaging a decade of flying the park. Our flights are safe, smooth and exciting!
Alaska’s Only Off-grid Adventure Castle
After a day of unforgettable excursions, retreat to our unique off-grid Alaska adventure lodge nestled deep in the Talkeetna Mountains. With cozy accommodations, warm hospitality, and stunning wilderness all around, it’s the perfect basecamp for your next wild Alaskan experience.
Lauryn is very good with communication and pleasant to host. They left my place in great condition, I’d highly recommend Lauryn to other hosts! Thank you for staying at Leadville Motor Lodge!
– Lauryn Van Denend
Kendra is very good with communication and pleasant to host. They left my place in great condition, I’d highly recommend Kendra to other hosts! Thank you for staying at Leadville Motor Lodge!
– Spencer C. – Willow, AK
If there was a sixth star these cabins would get it! Such a beautiful area and amazing accommodations! The cabin we stayed in was extremely clean and modern. There’s no where we would rather stay when visiting the Mat-su Valley. Dan and Matti are very friendly and great hosts. Thanks guys!
– Kendra McGregor