10 Palmer is a quaint small town which is growing very slowly. It is part of...
Palmer is a quaint small town which is growing very slowly. It is part of the Matanuska-Susitna Borough and is located less than 40 miles from Alaska's largest city, Anchorage. Palmer has majestic mountains, rivers, lakes, and wildlife. It is also home to the primary Alaska State Fairgrounds.
We have eaten at several locations in Palmer. There is a restaurant in the Eagle Hotel, but it closed early, so we weren't able to eat there. We did eat at the Valley Hotel's restaurant which is open 24/7 and serves breakfast all day and night. We also ordered pickup from the Great Alaska Pizza Company, located only a couple blocks from the Eagle Hotel.
Tourists and Alaskans alike should check out the Musk Ox Farm, Hatcher Pass, Knik and/or Matanuska Glacier. Also, check out the many small shops scattered around town.
IreneMB, United States of America