Activities
Adventures Await
Discover the best of Alaska—right outside your door
Palmer is the gateway to your Alaskan adventure—whether you're hiking our wilderness trails, visiting our neighboring glaciers, or meeting musk oxen. Here are a few of our favorite activities nearby.
🥾 Outdoor Adventures
- Hatcher Pass & Independence Mine – Scenic hiking + history
- Matanuska Glacier – Guided glacier walks
- Government Peak Trails – For hiking and biking
- Bodenburg Butte – Short hike, panoramic views
- Fishing & Rafting – Seasonal options nearby
- Skiing at Skeetawk – An alpine skiing and snowboarding hot spot
🐂 Local Farms & Animals
- Musk Ox Farm – Tour and shop Qiviut wool
- Reindeer Farm – Petting zoo + fall festivals
🏛️ Culture & History
- Palmer Museum & Visitor Center
- Colony House Museum
- Alaska State Fair – Aug–Sept
🍻 Local Flavor
- Palmer City Alehouse, Turkey Red, Bleeding Heart Brewery
- Friday Fling Market – May–Aug