Alaska Railroad

The Coastal Classic train runs south from Anchorage to Seward and provides some of the most spectacular scenery in Alaska, especially as it curves along Turnagain Arm and the waters of Cook Inlet.

Mt McKinley in clouds

Photo by Steven Bly

Spencer Canoe

Photo by Steven Bly

Spencer Glacier

The Glacier Discovery Train at Spencer Glacier.

GoldStar 08

The Alaska Railroad's Maiden Voyage of their new double-deck dome carriage.

Gods Country from AKRR

This beautiful scenery surrounds the train as it rolls along through the Matanuska Susitna Valley, north of Anchorage and south of Denali.

Fireweed Mirror Train

The Coastal Classic Train passes through some of Alaska's most beautiful scenery as it travels south between Anchorage and Seward.

Bartlett Glacier Looms

Photo by Darwin Keichline

Pedal Powered

Photo by JD Cox

Pedal Powered

Photo by JD Cox

Pedal Powered

Photo by JD Cox

GoldStar Seating

With comfortable reclining seats that can also swivel to face each other, and expansive views on both sides and above, GoldStar is the perfect way to enjoy the best train in the world.

Seward to Anchorage

Photo by Jan F. Horwath

Portage

Alaska Railroad train at Portage.

Alaska

Aerial of Alaska

Aerial of train

Aerial of Alaska Railroad Denali Star Train

Flagstop Rail and Susitna River Float


Call 907-764-2067 for reservations.

Tour Price: $169
Available Jun 1 - Sep 13, 2009. Advance reservations are required.

Ride the Hurricane Turn, the local flagstop train, to Chase and enjoy a gentle float trip back to Talkeetna with Denali View Rafting. The glacial fed river meanders through wilderness areas with magnificent views of Mt. Mckinley, weather permitting. Your guide will make stops along the way to show you salmon spawning areas, walk on a glacial silt island, and explore the flora and fauna of the area. Watch for bear, bald eagles, beavers, fox, and moose as you float the river. Lunch, snacks, refreshments and rain gear are provided. The tour departs from the Talkeetna Depot. Transfer is provided from the Talkeetna Lodge. Depart Talkeetna at 11:45 am. Tour takes about 4.5 hours.

The Hurricane Turn Train takes you 55 miles north of Talkeetna along the same route as the Denali Star Train.

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