Free & Cheap Things to Do in Girdwood, AK

  • The list below includes 32 free or cheap things to do in or near Girdwood, Alaska, including 38 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Visitor Centers, National & State Parks and History Museums.
  • From Ascending Path Day Tours to Chugach State Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Girdwood and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Whittier, Anchorage, Indian and Kenai.
  • The list below includes 32 free or cheap things to do in or near Girdwood, Alaska, including 38 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Visitor Centers, National & State Parks and History Museums.
  • From Ascending Path Day Tours to Chugach State Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Girdwood and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Whittier, Anchorage, Indian and Kenai.
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39.5 Miles
97% 700 votes
Rafting Sales Office: Girdwood, Alaska, Cooper Landing, AK 99572 MoreLess Info
For an exhaustive tour of the Alaskan territory, the client can always appeal to Alaska Wildland Adventures' services. Besides the tours themselves, it can also make lodging suggestions, as well as providing information about certain attractions in the area.
41.4 Miles
92% 250 votes
Farms & Ranches 5561 S. Bodenburg Loop Rd, Palmer, AK 99645 MoreLess Info
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.
41.8 Miles
96% 103 votes
Hiking Trails Bodenburg Loop, Palmer, AK MoreLess Info
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.
43.5 Miles
55% 11 votes
Movie Theaters 3331 E Old Matanuska Road, Wasilla, AK 99654 MoreLess Info
Offering digital projection, The Valley Cinema plays the latest movie releases. They have a small arcade for games and a concession stand with meals like cheesesteak. They also offer beer and wine after 9 p.m.
43.7 Miles
- 0 votes
Fishing 14660 E Gunnysack Road, Palmer, AK 99645 MoreLess Info
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.
43.7 Miles
90% 21 votes
Fishing 14660 S Gunnysack Road, Palmer, AK 99645 MoreLess Info
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.
43.9 Miles
57% 7 votes
History Museums Wasilla, AK MoreLess Info
The early days of the Knik community are on display at Knik Museum and Musher's Hall of Fame. Artifacts include clothing, furniture, tools and more. On the second floor, the Musher's Hall of Fame honors dogs and mushers who contributed to sled dog racing.
44.2 Miles
90% 10 votes
Breweries 650 East Steel Loop, Palmer, AK 99645 MoreLess Info
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.
44.5 Miles
100% 6 votes
Off Road & ATV 17435 Marcus Baker Drive, Palmer, AK 99654 MoreLess Info
Alaska All Terrain Tours - Day Tours offers patrons guided offroad tours of the Alaskan terrain on ATVs. Patrons will observe various birds, animal wildlife and scenery including whales, porpoises, seals, glaciers, puffins and sea otters. Lunch is also provided.
44.8 Miles
78% 257 votes
Dog Sleds Knik Road, Wasilla, AK MoreLess Info
Iditarod Headquarters is home to a sled dog race that has won worldwide acclaim and interest. Mushers and their dog teams race 1000 miles of the roughest terrain. Visit the museum, watch the move and take a dog sled ride.
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