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Talkeetna, Alaska

Talkeetna is a census-designated place (CDP) in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska, United States. At the 2020 census the entire CDP's population was 1,055, up from 876 in 2010.

Type CityPopulation 1,055

Why go

  • Census-designated place in Alaska, United States.
  • Served by Willow Airport (WOW).

History

Talkeetna is a census-designated place (CDP) in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska, United States. At the 2020 census the entire CDP's population was 1,055, up from 876 in 2010.

Airports

Talkeetna Airport (TKA) 4.2 mi to the centre
Talkeetna, AK, US — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
Indoor | Outdoor
Willow Airport (WOW) 35 mi to the centre
Willow, AK, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Indoor | Outdoor
Skwentna Airport (SKW) 43 mi to the centre
Skwentna, AK, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Indoor | Outdoor
Birch Creek Landing 2.3 mi to the centre
Talkeetna, AK, US
Outdoor
Talkeetna Village Strip 4.5 mi to the centre
Talkeetna, AK, US
Outdoor

Where things are

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Photographs

Talkeetna, Alaska
Talkeetna, Alaska
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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Willow Airport (WOW); 40 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Talkeetna, Alaska. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

Amtrak
National rail

Coaches & shuttles

Greyhound
Intercity coach
Jefferson Lines
Intercity coach
MegaBus
Intercity coach
Trailways
Intercity coach

Tours & experiences

Denali Zipline Tours
Adventure