Butte

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Pretty tough to beat the views of the valley from the top of the Butte.
Pretty tough to beat the views of the valley from the top of the Butte.
Pioneer Peak is the star of the show on any visit around Palmer, Alaska. This was shot just after sunset on an early fall hike up Bodenburg Butte. There are two access points from which to park and hike the butte; one for experienced hikers (next to the Reindeer Farm off of Bodenburg Loop Road), the other for everyone else (off of Mothershead Road). We always choose the latter. It has stairs!
This is one of my favorite places to take kids, family, and friends when they come for a visit. It is a truly "Alaska" experience to be able to wander among and feed the Reindeer here. And the scenery on the way can't be beat! Landscape wise, Pioneer Peak is the star of the show on this trip along the Old Glenn Highway & Bodenburg Loop Road.
Reindeer farm.
Alaska Back Country Cottages

Alaska Back Country Cottages

3 out of 5
3901 S Lindsey Cir Palmer AK
The price is CA $405 per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
CA $405
CA $425 total
Feb 9 - Feb 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this cottage in Palmer. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and snowmobiling on site. Popular attractions Gull Lake and Mud Lake are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (81 reviews)
The cabin was adorable. The host was wonderful. It was awesome. Would recommend to anyone.

Reviewed on Nov 19, 2025

Alaska Back Country Cottages
Perfect Alaskan Get away! Comfy, cozy, and remote…you will not regret it.

Perfect Alaskan Get away! Comfy, cozy, and remote…you will not regret it.

Palmer AK
The price is CA $614 per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
CA $614
CA $892 total
Feb 9 - Feb 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this vacation home in Palmer. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Reindeer Farm and Bodenburg Butte are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
Very cozy and updated .

Reviewed on Sep 6, 2025

Perfect Alaskan Get away! Comfy, cozy, and remote…you will not regret it.
Palmer Butte Alaska Home Pioneer Peak 10 beds and loft

Palmer Butte Alaska Home Pioneer Peak 10 beds and loft

Palmer AK
Stay at this vacation home in Palmer. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a garden. Popular attractions Gull Lake and Bodenburg Butte are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
We had a wonderful time and the accommodations fit us perfectly for hiking, excursions, and typical amenities that we needed. I would definitely recommend this house and location to anyone looking for a stay in the Palmer area!!

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

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Palmer Butte Alaska Home Pioneer Peak 10 beds and loft
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Alaska Back Country Cottages

Alaska Back Country Cottages

3 out of 5
3901 S Lindsey Cir Palmer AK
Stay at this cottage in Palmer. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and snowmobiling on site. Popular attractions Gull Lake and Mud Lake are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (81 reviews)
The cabin was adorable. The host was wonderful. It was awesome. Would recommend to anyone.

Reviewed on Nov 19, 2025

Alaska Back Country Cottages
Beautiful Butte BNB 1-bedroom apartment in fantastic Palmer with WiFi.

Beautiful Butte BNB 1-bedroom apartment in fantastic Palmer with WiFi.

Palmer AK
Stay at this apartment in Palmer. Enjoy an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Reindeer Farm and Bodenburg Butte are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (12 reviews)
Was nice and cute place. The only thing was weather was exceptionally cold that night -30F and small heater had no chance of warming area up. Very cold. Any other time it'd been quite pleasant.

Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026

Beautiful Butte BNB 1-bedroom apartment in fantastic Palmer with WiFi.
Cozy riverfront retreat with HOT TUB! Just 5 minutes from downtown Palmer.

Cozy riverfront retreat with HOT TUB! Just 5 minutes from downtown Palmer.

Palmer AK
Stay at this chalet in Palmer. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Bodenburg Butte and Reindeer Farm are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
Place was awesome! Had everything we needed for our short stay. The Hot tub was great too after a long day. Appreciated the prompt communication from the host. Great place.

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026

Cozy riverfront retreat with HOT TUB! Just 5 minutes from downtown Palmer.
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Popular places to visit

This is one of my favorite places to take kids, family, and friends when they come for a visit. It is a truly "Alaska" experience to be able to wander among and feed the Reindeer here. And the scenery on the way can't be beat! Landscape wise, Pioneer Peak is the star of the show on this trip along the Old Glenn Highway & Bodenburg Loop Road.

Reindeer Farm

5/5(1 review)

Enjoy an outing to Reindeer Farm during your stay in Butte. Wander the forest or discover the area's mountain views.

Reindeer Farm
Independence Mine State Historical Park Visitor Center surrounded by the Talkeetna Mountains across Hatcher Pass under a sunny, blue sky; Palmer, Alaska, United States of America

Independence Mine State Historical Park

5/5(2 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Fishhook with a stop at Independence Mine State Historical Park. Wander the forest in this relaxing area.

Independence Mine State Historical Park
Matanuska Glacier in one of the largest inland glaciers in the World. Between Palmer and Glennallen, Alaska, USA.

Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site during your travels in Gateway. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site
Close-up of a Musk Ox calf born in the spring on the Musk Ox farm, South-central Alaska; Palmer, Alaska, United States of America

Musk Ox Farm

5/5(1 review)

Enjoy an outing to Musk Ox Farm during your stay in Farm Loop. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Musk Ox Farm
Pretty tough to beat the views of the valley from the top of the Butte.

Bodenburg Butte

Explore the great outdoors at Bodenburg Butte, a lovely green space in Butte. Wander the forest or discover the area's mountain views.

Bodenburg Butte
Alpenglow on a winter night in Alaska, USA

Lazy Mountain

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lazy Mountain during your travels in Lazy Mountain. Wander the forest or discover the area's mountain views.

Lazy Mountain

Things to do

Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike And Tour

Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike And Tour

CA $430
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike And Tour
All Day Matanuska Glacier Hike from Anchorage

All Day Matanuska Glacier Hike from Anchorage

CA $457
per adult
All Day Matanuska Glacier Hike from Anchorage
Winter at the Glacier

Hike Matanuska Glacier w/Alaska Local Honey, Wine Tasting

CA $430
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hike Matanuska Glacier w/Alaska Local Honey, Wine Tasting
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Cities near Butte

What a fun place for a guy to stumble around in!

Lazy Mountain

#lifeatexpedia This little lodge in Alaska is the gateway to the most beautiful Knik river glaciers. Go check it out!

Knik River