Glenn Highway
Places to Visit

• Alaska Native Heritage Center (AK)

  This center brings to life the rich history, culture, music and art of major Native American peoples of Alaska.

  Location on Byway: 4 miles from Anchorage on Alaska Highway 1.

• Anchorage (AK)

  Anchorage is the largest city on the byway with several attractions.

  Location on Byway: The Glenn Highway begins in Anchorage.

• Chickaloon Village (AK)

  This Native community is nestled above the confluence of Moose Creek and the Matanuska River.

  Location on Byway: 56.5 miles along Alaska Highway 1

• Chugach National Forest (AK)

  The Chugach National Forest is a land of glacial diamonds set on a ring of fire.

• Chugach State Park (AK)

  Chugach State Park is an accessible wilderness in the backyard of Anchorage.

  Location on Byway: 10 miles along the route, Alaska Highway 1

• Eagle River (AK)

  This community provides access to the Old Glenn Highway and Chugach State Park.

  Location on Byway: 10 miles along Alaska Highway 1

• Eklutna Flats and Palmer Hay Flats (AK)

  The Flats are an important wetlands area at the confluence of the Knik and Matanuska Rivers.

  Location on Byway: 26 miles along Alaska Highway 1

• Eklutna Village (AK)

  The Athabascan Village of Eklutna features a combination of Russian and Native culture.

  Location on Byway: 25 miles along Alaska Highway 1 from Anchorage

• Eureka Summit and Lodge (AK)

  Eureka Summit climbs to over 3000 feet and is the highest point along the Glenn Highway.

  Location on Byway: 128 miles along Alaska Highway 1 from Anchorage

• Glacier View Community (AK)

  The Glacier View Community provides several up close views of the Matanuska Glacier.

  Location on Byway: 102 miles along Alaska Highway 1 from Anchorage