- The list below includes 62 free or cheap things to do in or near Eagle River, Alaska, including 36 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Hiking Trails, Off Road & ATV and Bowling.
- From Eklutna Village Historic Park to Eagle & Symphony Lakes, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Eagle River and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Anchorage, Wasilla, Palmer and Girdwood.
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22.7 Miles
The Reindeer Farm is a family run farm and home to 150 Reindeer, 35 Elk, 13 Horses, 1 Bull Moose, and 1 Bison. Other activities include hiking trails, horseback rides, Hay Rides, Tractor Rides, Hay Maze, Pototo Launching, face painting, Spooky walk, and Horse riding.
23.0 Miles
With Alaska Kayak Academy, visitors can join a Big Ice Trip tour where they can kayak near glaciers. The academy also offers beginners workshops for sea, lake, and whitewater kayaking.
23.1 Miles
Bodenburg Butte is a low isolated mountaintop nestled at the bottom of the Matanuska valley that has two trails, one maintained and the other side more adventurous. The best months are May to November. Allow for a 1-3 hour hike over 2 – 3hours depending on your fitness level.
23.6 Miles
Drawing its name from Arkrose Peak, Arkrose Brewery is a seven barrel production microbrewery in Palmer Valley. The brewery offers a tasting room and hosts special events during the month involving tours, art, and chocolate. They feature four flagship beers.
23.7 Miles
Also known as Fishtale River Guides, Alaska Salmon Fishing leads a variety of different fishing expeditions, including day trips with guided fishing or boat charters as well as seasonal ice fishing expeditions.
23.8 Miles
Fishtale River Guides offer experienced fishing trips year-round for king and silver and other common salmon species. Enjoy a 6 or 8 hour river tour during the fishing season, or winter ice-fishing. Fishing and lodging packages are also available.
24.1 Miles
Palmer Ice Arena offers ice skating sessions for the public. Palmer Ice Arena Ice Skating Rink was founded in 2005 and is an indoor rink that is open year round.
24.2 Miles
Half Moon Creek is a family run business that specializes in glass making. The company offers sheet glass, decorative glass pieces and classes to those looking to create their own one of a kind pieces.
24.3 Miles
The Palmer Visitor Information Center is a community-run hub for travelers and vacationers to the area to gain information about local activities and town festivals. The center also houses an art and history museum that specializes in local color.
24.4 Miles
An active gold mine until 1951, Fern Mine at Archangel Valley is now a historic and scenic site, with all manner of mining relics in evidence. A network of hiking trails leads past the mine site.