Alaska has some pretty spectacular sights, and anywhere you get a view of a glacier, you know it’s a good one. Kennicott Glacier Lodge in Alaska boasts a deck that you gives you the best place to have a drink on a hot day. Just head on out to Wrangell-St. Elias this summer, and enjoy the small pleasures!
Deep in Alaska, in the largest national park in the country, resides a lovely little lodge.
Kennicott Glacier Lodge / Facebook Located in the town of Kennicott, there’s a lodge that offers stunning views of the nearby glacier and mountain range. Aptly named Kennicott Glacier Lodge, this building was built in 1987 to replicate the historic mill buildings nearby.
Perhaps one of its most amazing features is the deck.
Kennicott Glacier Lodge / Facebook This long deck spans the length of the lodge, offering views of Mount Blackburn, Kennicott Glacier, and the town below. It’s cheerily decorated with hanging flowers each summer, and offers cool shade in the heat of the day.
This view is captivating, and you’ll find plenty of people drawn to the comfort of the deck taking a moment to reflect on the sights before them. The deck is a popular place to be, no matter the time of day.
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Most people who dine at the lodge are staying there.
management/ TripAdvisor But you can join in for dinner if you make advanced reservations. It’s a fixed menu that changes every day, so be sure to check the menu board to see if you love what’s on offer.
But plenty of passing visitors stop and enjoy the break with a glass of wine or a beer on the deck.
management/ TripAdvisor It’s a great place to take a breather after your hike and enjoy the view. It’s close to the entrance to town and easy to find.
Whether you’re coming for a full meal, or just drinks and dessert, this place is a wonderful spot to find yourself in.
management/ TripAdvisor People watch on the street below, or soak in Alaska’s natural beauty. There’s no wrong way to enjoy your time at the Kennicott Glacier Lodge.
This stunning lodge is a great place to make your base camp while exploring the Wrangell-St Elias National Park.
management/ TripAdvisor And there’s nothing better than to come back from a day of adventure in Alaska, and have a cold drink on a hot day on that magnificent porch. It’s like a fairytale come to life!
If you want to learn more about Kennicott Glacier Lodge, make sure to check out their website.
Kennicott Glacier Lodge / Facebook
Located in the town of Kennicott, there’s a lodge that offers stunning views of the nearby glacier and mountain range. Aptly named Kennicott Glacier Lodge, this building was built in 1987 to replicate the historic mill buildings nearby.
This long deck spans the length of the lodge, offering views of Mount Blackburn, Kennicott Glacier, and the town below. It’s cheerily decorated with hanging flowers each summer, and offers cool shade in the heat of the day.
ManOnTheGo / iStock / Getty Images Plus
management/ TripAdvisor
But you can join in for dinner if you make advanced reservations. It’s a fixed menu that changes every day, so be sure to check the menu board to see if you love what’s on offer.
It’s a great place to take a breather after your hike and enjoy the view. It’s close to the entrance to town and easy to find.
People watch on the street below, or soak in Alaska’s natural beauty. There’s no wrong way to enjoy your time at the Kennicott Glacier Lodge.
And there’s nothing better than to come back from a day of adventure in Alaska, and have a cold drink on a hot day on that magnificent porch. It’s like a fairytale come to life!
Have you ever been to the Kennicott Glacier Lodge in Alaska? Did you have a drink on the deck overlooking the glacier? Let us know in the comments below!
If you want to learn more about this historic lodge, read about how The Views At This Glacier Lodge In Alaska Will Leave You Speechless.
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Address: Kennicott Glacier Lodge, 15 Kennicott Millsite, Glennallen, AK 99588, USA
