Obviously, the entire state of Alaska is drop-dead gorgeous. But if we had to choose just one place, we might consider the Matanuska-Susitna Valley (Mat-Su). Take a look!

The vast beauty of the Matanuska-Susitna Valley is found just 35 miles north of Anchorage.
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The valleys are nestled between three mountain ranges: the Alaskan Range, the Talkeetna Range and the Chugach Mountains (pictured here).
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Two large rivers, the Susitna and the Manatusca wind their way through the valleys.
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You'll also find the Matanuska Glacier in the valley.
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The glacier truly is breathtaking. It's 26 miles long, 4 miles wide and visible from the Glenn Highway.
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It's also one of the few glaciers in Alaska that you can easily access. You can reach the glacier by car, then take a 15 minute walk to reach it.
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The 23,000 square miles of natural beauty in these valleys provides tons of recreation, including camping, hiking, fishing, boating and dog sledding.
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More than 80 lakes provide some stellar fishing opportunities, and they're also a great place to paddle around and spot wildlife.
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This place is pure paradise.
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