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Matanuska Glacier State Recreational Site is right off the Glenn Highway Scenic Byway, and its main feature is (naturally) the Matanuska Glacier. A nature trail leads to points offering views of the glacier. Although the park doesn’t provide access to the icy mass, the trail is the easiest way to catch a glimpse of it. Guided tours do offer direct access to the glacier, and many meet up in the area. In the summer, you can camp, hike, or even raft on the Matanuska River (which is created by the glacier). The park is open in the winter, so you can ski, snowshoe, or snowmobile here as well…