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Alaska Railroad Hurricane Turn RoundTrip Talkeetna - Hurricane Flagstop Same Day

55 Reviews 4.64 out of 5 stars Based on 55 reviews collected by Cool Alaska and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 95% of reviewers | Alaska, USA

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It’s a train like no other. Departing from Talkeetna, the Hurricane Turn Train leaves civilization behind and makes a round-trip journey through the wilds of the Indian River Valley. Along the way, passengers may take advantage of the Hurricane’s unique flagstop service to get on or off the train anywhere along this backcountry route (due to the nature of this service, scheduled stop times may vary).

Locals have long loved the Hurricane for access to remote cabins, hunting and fishing, while visitors consider this train the Alaska Railroad’s best-kept secret for a truly authentic Alaskan experience – not to mention the panoramic views at the train’s turnaround point, Hurricane Gulch. On a clear day, Denali towers over the braided Susitna River.

What's Included

  • Round-trip rail transportation from Talkeetna to Hurricane
  • Lodging in Talkeetna
  • Tours and activities in Talkeetna or along the flagstop route
  • Additional options can be booked independently or through Alaska Railroad
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22889 South Royal Blue Loop
Talkeetna, AK 99676, USA

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Talkeetna

The Hurricane Turn departs and returns to Talkeetna, Alaska after a flagstop rail journey through the backcountry. • Depart Talkeetna at 1:00 pm • Arrive Talkeetna at 7:15 pm No dining service; passengers are encouraged to bring their own food onboard; there are a number of tasty restaurants in Talkeetna that provide to-go lunches, as well as general stores.Passengers may also take advantage of the Hurricane’s flagstop service as part of a guided tour, a memorable way to combine a trip on the train with a scenic float or jetboat excursion.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Please indicate in the "Special Requests" option in the final checkout of any requests for special assistance.
  • Infants (0-1) may be added to a reservation as lap children (not requiring a paid, reserved seat) but they must be registered in the booking. To register an infant as a lap child, please indicate so in the “Special Requests” option in the final checkout and include the infant’s name, age and gender.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Alaska Railroad Hurricane Turn RoundTrip Talkeetna – Hurricane Flagstop Same Day?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Average 4.64 out of 5 stars based on 55 traveler reviews collected by Cool Alaska and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Round-trip rail transportation from Talkeetna to Hurricane
  • Lodging in Talkeetna
  • Tours and activities in Talkeetna or along the flagstop route
  • Additional options can be booked independently or through Alaska Railroad

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Please indicate in the "Special Requests" option in the final checkout of any requests for special assistance.
  • Infants (0-1) may be added to a reservation as lap children (not requiring a paid, reserved seat) but they must be registered in the booking. To register an infant as a lap child, please indicate so in the “Special Requests” option in the final checkout and include the infant’s name, age and gender.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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