The Glenn Highway cuts east to west across the southern part of Alaska and winds through some of the most beautiful scenery Alaska has to offer. The highway takes you from the farm lands of the Matanuska-Susitna Valley to Glennallen and the Copper River area. The highway climbs and falls with the Chugach Mountains to the south and the Talkeetna Mountains to the north. This highway is a little less busy than the Parks and is great for a road trip. Enjoy the Glenn the next time you need to go east from Anchorage. From Glennallen head east to Chitina and McCarthy, south to Valdez and Cordova, or head north to Tok, Chicken or Eagle. You will love spending a day in the mountains on the Glenn Highway.
Entering the highway in Palmer, the land stretches out in fertile farm country. The Matanuska Valley has many vegetable and dairy farms that supply Alaska with fresh food.
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The highway is 135 miles of gorgeous countryside and mountains vistas. There are countless places to stop, stretch your legs, and take a photo.
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The highway is also a great place to see glaciers. At Mile 102 the Matanuska Glacier lies with a visitors area, amenities and informational signs.
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The iconic Gunsight Mountain is an Alaskan landmark, and a great hike. All along the highway are excellent hiking spots if you are craving more adventure.
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The Glenn is a great drive in the autumn to see the rolling foothills and mountains in their full regalia of fall colors. Fall arrives in August and is short-lived in Alaska.
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On the drive, you’ll see amazing mountain views, drive by waterfalls, and gorgeous rivers, and picturesque bridges.
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As you finish the drive in Glennallen, you get a view of the Wrangell mountain range as the picturesque mountains of Alaska are never-ending.
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Have you driven on the Glenn Highway? Tell us about it in the comments below.
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