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Winterlake Lodge is a 20-person, intimate wilderness retreat. Located deep in Alaska’s interior on the historic Iditarod trail, Winterlake Lodge is surrounded by glaciers and mountain peaks, and is accessible only by air – floatplane or helicopter. This Alaskan getaway offers some of the most authentic, Alaskan, must-do experiences anywhere in the state. Options by helicopter include fishing, hiking, glacier trekking, or scenic float trips. Gourmet Alaskan meals, a refined wellness program, and amazing first-class staff combine to create the perfect Alaskan getaway.
The main lodge featured at the center of the property, offering a comfortable main room with relaxation by the fireplace and prime viewing of the lake from large, picturesque windows. There is also a cozy dining area and large kitchen for the preparation of the lodge’s signature gourmet cuisine.
Winterlake Lodge also houses a large wellness room, located separately from the main lodge, where wellness instructors offer daily yoga, meditation, and stretching classes. Other relaxation amenities include a hot tub on the main deck and a wood-burning sauna on site.
There are 6 guest cabins on the property, each with different bed/bedroom configurations. All with a private bath.
You can only reach Winterlake Lodge by float plane from Anchorage or Talkeetna. Flight time to the lodge from either destination is approximately 1 hour.
Lodge owner and renowned Alaskan chef, Kirsten Dixon, is a passionate culinary student, educator, and an avid gardener. Kirsten often spends time at Winterlake Lodge, the namesake of one of her award-winning cookbooks, and welcomes the opportunity to share her culinary passions with you. When she’s not personally at the lodge, one of her experienced chefs will spoil you with delicious cuisine.
In keeping with tradition, Alaska lodge cuisine is featured at Winterlake Lodge. Gourmet meals are prepared from natural and local Alaskan ingredients, often from the lodge’s own gardens, and paired with complementary wines. Special dishes may be made on request and the chefs are flexible with dietary restrictions.
If you wish to pick up a few new culinary skills of your own, the chefs offer daily cooking sessions. The evening wine tasting and cheese pairing course provides the opportunity for you to mingle with other lodge guests at the end of each exciting day.
Local guides will tailor activities specific to your abilities and interests. Summer activities may include naturalist-led walks, hiking options, kayaking, and canoeing.
In addition, the lodge hosts a Robinson R-44 helicopter throughout the summer season to provide access to more remote destinations. Options for your included helicopter excursion include glacier trekking, freshwater heli-fishing, heli-hiking, or rafting.
And you might want just simple relaxation and enjoying your beautiful surroundings. Winterlake Lodge offers guests yoga and stretch classes, therapeutic massage, and the soothing hot tub or sauna amenities to soothe your tired muscles.
In the fall months (August/September) do not forget to step outside and search for the Aurora Borealis to make an appearance by night.
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