Caribou Lodge Alaska (Talkeetna): See 19 Reviews and 24 Photos

Also Known As:: Caribou Lodge Alaska Hotel; Caribou Lodge Alaska Hotel Talkeetna; Caribou Hotel Talkeetna

Address: P.O. Box 706, Talkeetna, AK 99676

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Region: United States > Alaska > Talkeetna

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Ranked #4 of 12 Speciality lodging in Talkeetna

Official Description (provided by the hotel):: Located on a remote lake in a superb setting above timberline just S.E. of Denali Park and closer to Mt McKinley than the Park entrance or headquarters, Caribou Lodge is completely surrounded by Alaska's wild country. Owned and operated Mike & Pam who have spent the last the past 19 years living at the lodge in the Alaskan "Bush", as it is know to Alaskans. The Lodge offers a unique opportunity for guest to not only experience the awesome wilderness of Alaska, but to learn about living in it as well. From homeschooling, wolves in their huskies, grizzlies out the front door, it is all a learning experience and one enjoy sharing with a limited number of guests. Small and personal, a "Denali Park without the crowds", Caribou Lodge offers daily guided hiking, extended backpacking trips, and more, a relaxing learning experience in the Alaskan bush. Come join us! ... more less

Karin G

Heusenstamm, Germany

1 review

4 helpful votes

“Pure Nature and Comfort in Harmony”

Reviewed 7 September 2012

We went to Alaska to be in the wilderness of that wonderful country. We saw a lot that we loved. But when we arrived in Caribou Lodge we felt arrived in what we were looking for. That place is wild and wonderful. And far away of civilization, but by plane we flew to there in about 20 minutes. The cabins... More

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It was our pleasure, to have you here and we thank you for coming! We enjoyed having you as much as you did being here. Hope to see you again someday! More

David H

Winchester, United Kingdom

2 reviews

Reviews in 2 cities

7 helpful votes

“A unique and restorative experience.”

Reviewed 5 August 2012

I too found the lodge on-line and decided to include it in a summer trip to USA and Canada although it required a float-plane journey to get there!.That was just the start of the experience which proved to be wonderful. We landed on the lake in front of the lodge and were welcomed like friends right from the start. Mike... More

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We are happy you had a good time and enjoyed your stay! It is a unique experience for us as well, everyone is different, we thank you for coming, our pleasure to have you here! More

Mark S

Charlotte

1 helpful vote

“A tremendous Alaska experience”

Reviewed 27 April 2012

We found the Lodge online and fit it into our itinerary from Talkeetna. It was a fantastic experience with great hosts, Mike and Pam. They are warm and welcoming; they gave us a great 3 day visit. Pam is an excellent cook and opens her home/lodge to you. Mike is an extraordinary guide and story-teller, from funny to adventurous tales.... More

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Glad to have had you here and share a bit of our lives in the Alaskan Bush! Thanks for the kind words, we appreciate it and we hope to see you here again someday! More

NTC436

Nijmegen, The Netherlands

Senior Contributor

29 reviews

11 hotel reviews

Reviews in 16 cities

13 helpful votes

“Always wanted to know what it is like to have no neighbors?”

Reviewed 1 April 2012

When you stay at the Caribou Lodge in Alaska you'll find out! With all the awesome reviews already given it is difficult to mention something new. Everything I read I completely agree with. Mike and Pam are remarkable hosts. The location of their lodge is in a stunning and remote area. Pam's homemade food is fresh, wholesome, veggies whatever there... More

We often get folks here who fit well, some more than others, your interest in our lives, country, wildlife and lifestyle makes it easy to share. And sorry for being so slow to respond, it was not very long ago we found out we could. Thank you! More

laughinghusky

Anchorage, ak

21 reviews

10 hotel reviews

Reviews in 11 cities

18 helpful votes

“36th Wedding anniversary....”

Reviewed 24 August 2011

This is the 3rd vacation that we have spent at Caribou Lodge but it is the first in the summer. Totally different in summer than in winter, but as always, magical. The lodge is simply set in one of the best views in the world. When there are no clouds, you see Denali, Hunter and Foraker. Of course, there are... More

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laughinghusky has 1 more review of Caribou Lodge Alaska

“loved The Caribou Lodge”

Reviewed 26 October 2004

As always, our pleasure to have you back! Many strangers arrive, who depart as friends, none more so than the two of you. We do not say good-by... we will see you next trip! More

Hedgehog_ML

Korneuburg, Austria

Reviewer

3 reviews

Reviews in 3 cities

5 helpful votes

“The Sound of Silence”

Reviewed 4 August 2011

This is the place where we learned how few things we really needed to be happy. It's so peaceful there and Mike & Pam are great hosts who make their home a paradise for those who want to enjoy nature - without ever being disturbed by any unnatural noise. The cabins are nice and comfortable and kept meticulously clean. Pam's... More

Thank you for your comments, they are appreciated. We some times get so used living here in the silence...we can't hear it. However after a trip out to town...on getting home, the peace and quiet is renewed. Thanks for coming! More

Erwin_NL

Amsterdam

“A truly unique place”

Reviewed 1 June 2011

Staying with Mike & Pam was a great experience and certainly one of the most rewarding things we've done in our lives so far. In our four day visit we managed to completely forget about our busy lives and enjoy the beautiful Alaskan wilderness. Mike & Pam are perfect hosts, immediately making you feel like you're old friends, without imposing... More

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Wow! Are you sure this is our place? Just kidding! It was our pleasure to have you here and our pleasure to share a bit of our life style with you. It makes it easy with folks who have an understanding of what it takes to live out here, and appreciate it. Thanks! More

DIKTHAI

Bangkok, Thailand

49 reviews

32 hotel reviews

Reviews in 19 cities

68 helpful votes

“What a great find!”

Reviewed 13 October 2009

This was our third visit to Caribou Lodge and each time it just gets better! This time we took my son and his fiancé with us. Our visit was once again fantastic. The proprietors, Pam and Mike Nichols, are great hosts with Pam being the chef and cooking fantastic meals and Mike being the guide and story teller. It is... More

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Our lodge/home is yours, you are welcome here anytime...but we think you know that. The backpack trek was a pleasure, I enjoyed it as always, fine family. Pam will always have some biscuits and gravy for you! See you next time.... More

bolhoofd

zeist

Senior Reviewer

8 reviews

6 hotel reviews

Reviews in 7 cities

3 helpful votes

“It's all about needs and desires”

Reviewed 24 August 2009

Our first time to Alaska and we're most fortunate to have a tour operator that highly recommended Caribou Lodge. So there we were,two Dutchies from far and away ,but we felt home right from the moment we met our two great hosts Mike and Pam. It's hard to even describe the experience you find in Caribou Lodge;it must be this... More

Our thanks to you! Our pleasure to have you here and we hope to see you again someday. It is a bit rare to have folks understand as much about living in the Alaskan Bush and the two of you did. It's a good thing to know...even if you never need it.... Thank you1 More

formenwest

Philadelphia

2 helpful votes

“Amazing place”

Reviewed 5 November 2008

My family went here this summer and had an amazing time. You get to experience solitude and isolation in nature something hard to find in todays world. The lodge was my favorite spot I have ever visited. Be sure to go on a hike with Mike as you head off without a trail into the Alaskan wilderness. It is truly... More

Our pleasure to have you! And after 20 + years in the Alaskan Wilderness I think we have things pretty well figured out, but I guess it still amazes us at times as well. You never know what nature is going to throw your way. Hope to see you again someday.... More

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