Explore the glacial setting in Palmer
Enjoy the festivals and other features of Palmer. Travellers to this romantic city praise the hiking, wildlife and forests. Many of our holiday rentals offer full kitchens, spacious living quarters and sometimes even a hot tub—perfect for a relaxing getaway.
Sightseeing in and around Palmer
Do you want to find things to do in the area? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable holiday rental, you'll want to check out everything that Palmer has to offer. These are some of the most popular attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Palmer Golf Course (1.4 mi / 2.2 km)
- Musk Ox Farm (2.5 mi / 4.1 km)
- Reindeer Farm (4.5 mi / 7.2 km)
- Settlers Bay Golf Course (17.7 mi / 28.6 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Palmer
Whether you're looking for adventure or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Palmer is a great place to get outside. Here are some of the area’s most enchanting sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area (3.9 mi / 6.3 km)
- Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site (4.2 mi / 6.8 km)
- Bodenburg Butte (4.3 mi / 6.9 km)
- Lazy Mountain (5.1 mi / 8.1 km)
- Finger Lake State Recreation Area (5.1 mi / 8.2 km)
- Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm (5.2 mi / 8.4 km)
Travelling to and around Palmer
The nearest airport is in Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field), located 35.6 mi (57.3 km) from the city centre. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you could book a flight to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC), which is 41.1 mi (66.2 km) away.