Hello from Talkeetna!
Talkeetna is located about 60 miles south east of Denali at the confluence of 3 rivers, the Chilutna, Susitna and Talkeetna, with the Alaska Range to the west and the Talkeetna Range to the east. It was originally settled as a temporary supply camp for the building of the Alaska railroad. When the railroad was completed the town continued to support trappers and traders who worked the area. Today it is a bustling little town full of local color, flavor and tourists. It provides land, air and water sightseeing opportunities and is also a staging area for those crazies who want to climb “the mountain” as Denali is affectionately referred to here. We have thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Next time I would like to have the kids come along. I might lose David to the place. I think he could find his niche here.
Here are some pictures from our adventures here.
