Talkeetna is a small Alaskan town nestled alongside the confluence of 3 major glacial rivers. The Susitna river, The Talkeetna river, and the Chulitna river. Main street in downtown Talkeetna is a great place to enjoy the community atmosphere and listen to live music. There are great local restaurants, fantastic gift shops, and lodging for all. All lodges are very short walking distances to downtown. You can even enjoy fly fishing/lodging for multiple days without needing your own vehicle, just arrive by train! There is an RV campground if you are arriving via RV. Here’s our top 4 recommended lodges in Talkeetna:

1. Talkeetna Cabins - $175 per night. Clean, beautiful, spacious cabins located in the heart of Talkeetna. The owners will pick you up from the train station if you arrive via train! Mention Up North Fly Fishing for a 10% discount! www.talkeetnacabins.org

2. The Talkeetna Inn - around $100 per night right by the river. www.talkeetnainn.com

3. Susitna River lodge - quiet, spacious, peaceful, right next to the river. $160-220 per night. www.susitnariverlodge.com

4. Chinook Wind Cabins- quiet, charming, spacious cabins. $190 a night. www.talkeetna-alaska.net

Be sure to enjoy beautiful downtown Talkeetna when you visit - one of Alaska’s favorite towns!

This info is meant to help for trip planning. Also consider a local 2 day overnight fly fishing trip, this accommodation provides an intimate camping and dining experience in nature. See you on the river!