Title: Visit Buffalo Soapstone: 2026 Travel Guide for Buffalo Soapstone, Palmer | Expedia.com [Hotels in Buffalo Soapstone](https://expedia.com/Buffalo-Soapstone-Hotels.d553248635975872382.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Buffalo Soapstone](https://expedia.com/Buffalo-Soapstone-Vacation-Rentals.d553248635975872382.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Buffalo Soapstone](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Buffalo-Soapstone.d553248635975872382.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Buffalo Soapstone](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Buffalo-Soapstone.d553248635975872382.Car-Rental-Guide)[Buffalo Soapstone Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Buffalo-Soapstone.d553248635975872382.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Buffalo Soapstone, AK ## Travel Guide ![What a great landscape state Alaska is!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9356/b77c6307-dd8a-4f35-83e0-3fb4a6481767.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![What a great landscape state Alaska is!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9356/b77c6307-dd8a-4f35-83e0-3fb4a6481767.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Buffalo Soapstone Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_553248635975872382) - Buffalo Soapstone Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Buffalo Soapstone ![Cozy, pet-friendly, 2-bedroom cabin in beautiful Palmer, Alaska](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111860000/111852300/111852272/b56a4382_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cozy, pet-friendly, 2-bedroom cabin in beautiful Palmer, Alaska Palmer AK Stay at this cabin in Palmer. Enjoy laundry facilities and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Musk Ox Farm and Gold Mint Trailhead are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews) Sage was nice and worked to solve issues we had with WiFi and hot water. They got the driveway plowed while we were out one day. The house was clean and tidy. Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F13%2F2026&endDate=3%2F14%2F2026&selected=111852272&PinnedHotelID=111852272&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975872382) [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F13%2F2026&endDate=3%2F14%2F2026&selected=111852272&PinnedHotelID=111852272&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975872382) ![Lazy Mountain View- Spacious log home with mountain views, just north of Palmer](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/82000000/81650000/81645700/81645607/8fb1a74a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lazy Mountain View- Spacious log home with mountain views, just north of Palmer Palmer AK Stay at this vacation home in Palmer. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Musk Ox Farm and Colony House Museum are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (29 reviews) A beautiful house with beautiful amenities! We had a wonderful 10 days at the Lazy Mountain View. We had no issues and the caretaker was available if we needed anything. This house will not disappoint! Thank you Ricky and Terri for your exceptional hospitality! Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F13%2F2026&endDate=3%2F14%2F2026&selected=81645607&PinnedHotelID=81645607&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975872382) [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F13%2F2026&endDate=3%2F14%2F2026&selected=81645607&PinnedHotelID=81645607&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975872382) ![Grand View Inn & Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1100000/1097600/1097547/5b37f044_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Grand View Inn & Suites 2900 E Parks Hwy Wasilla AK $115 nightly $124 total Mar 5 - Mar 6 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wasilla. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews) this is very good, but dusty.... Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F5%2F2026&endDate=3%2F6%2F2026&selected=1097547&PinnedHotelID=1097547&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975872382) [See all 378 properties in Buffalo Soapstone](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=2%2F28%2F2026&endDate=3%2F1%2F2026®ionId=553248635975872382) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Cozy, pet-friendly, 2-bedroom cabin in beautiful Palmer, Alaska](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111860000/111852300/111852272/b56a4382_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cozy, pet-friendly, 2-bedroom cabin in beautiful Palmer, Alaska Palmer AK Stay at this cabin in Palmer. Enjoy laundry facilities and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Musk Ox Farm and Gold Mint Trailhead are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews) Sage was nice and worked to solve issues we had with WiFi and hot water. They got the driveway plowed while we were out one day. The house was clean and tidy. Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Palmer-Hotels-Cozy.h111852272.Hotel-Information) ![Lazy Mountain View- Spacious log home with mountain views, just north of Palmer](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/82000000/81650000/81645700/81645607/8fb1a74a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lazy Mountain View- Spacious log home with mountain views, just north of Palmer Palmer AK Stay at this vacation home in Palmer. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Musk Ox Farm and Colony House Museum are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (29 reviews) A beautiful house with beautiful amenities! We had a wonderful 10 days at the Lazy Mountain View. We had no issues and the caretaker was available if we needed anything. This house will not disappoint! Thank you Ricky and Terri for your exceptional hospitality! Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Palmer-Hotels-Lazy-Mountain-View-Spacious-Log-Home-W-Mountain-Views.h81645607.Hotel-Information) ![Family friendly, centrally located home with a pool!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100710000/100708700/100708620/f6781622_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Family friendly, centrally located home with a pool! Wasilla AK Stay at this vacation home in Wasilla. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffeemaker, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Iditapark and Nunley Park ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (20 reviews) The host are very friendly and prompt with any questions. The house was beyond my expectations and all the kids absolutely love the pool. Definitely recommend this stay Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Wasilla-Hotels-Family-Friendly.h100708620.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Buffalo Soapstone](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635975872382&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Buffalo Soapstone hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975872382&startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28)[Feb 27 - Feb 28](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975872382&startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975872382&startDate=2026-02-28&endDate=2026-03-01)[Feb 28 - Mar 1](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975872382&startDate=2026-02-28&endDate=2026-03-01) [This weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975872382&startDate=2%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F1%2F2026)[Feb 27 - Mar 1](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975872382&startDate=2%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F1%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![This is one of my favorite places to take kids, family, and friends when they come for a visit. It is a truly "Alaska" experience to be able to wander among and feed the Reindeer here. And the scenery on the way can't be beat! Landscape wise, Pioneer Peak is the star of the show on this trip along the Old Glenn Highway & Bodenburg Loop Road.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6323169/1f14046a-9929-420d-9c75-d3b4c694068e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Reindeer Farm Enjoy an outing to Reindeer Farm during your stay in Butte. Wander the forest or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.com/Reindeer-Farm-Palmer.d6323169.Vacation-Attraction) ![Alpenglow on a winter night in Alaska, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532649800/8de79ac2-e89f-44a8-ad29-ba6b60fbb4d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lazy Mountain Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lazy Mountain during your travels in Lazy Mountain. Wander the forest or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.com/Lazy-Mountain-Palmer.d553248621532649800.Vacation-Attraction) ![Close-up of a Musk Ox calf born in the spring on the Musk Ox farm, South-central Alaska; Palmer, Alaska, United States of America](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6323165/916d04f0-05e6-44b0-97b4-b0a738309b21.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Musk Ox Farm Enjoy an outing to Musk Ox Farm during your stay in Farm Loop. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.com/Musk-Ox-Farm-Palmer.d6323165.Vacation-Attraction) ![Matanuska Glacier in one of the largest inland glaciers in the World. Between Palmer and Glennallen, Alaska, USA.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/633393776980996096/17516f10-0573-4180-98dc-28cf9ace1dab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site during your travels in Gateway. While you're in the area, wander around the parks. [](https://expedia.com/Matanuska-Glacier-State-Recreation-Site-Palmer.d633393776980996096.Vacation-Attraction) ![Independence Mine State Historical Park Visitor Center surrounded by the Talkeetna Mountains across Hatcher Pass under a sunny, blue sky; Palmer, Alaska, United States of America](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6327035/e52638b5-8cca-41ad-8935-1734bc8770c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Independence Mine State Historical Park You can find out about the history of Fishhook with a stop at Independence Mine State Historical Park. Wander the forest in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Independence-Mine-State-Historical-Park-Palmer.d6327035.Vacation-Attraction) ![Pretty tough to beat the views of the valley from the top of the Butte.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6085681/a057b8de-5458-4f1a-8d32-589b3c38dafe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bodenburg Butte Explore the great outdoors at Bodenburg Butte, a lovely green space in Butte. Wander the forest or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.com/Bodenburg-Butte-Palmer.d6085681.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike And Tour ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45056283/6d5b2256-c639-4d70-8fc2-b8302244ac5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike And Tour $310 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/full-day-matanuska-glacier-hike-and-tour.a45056283.activity-details) ![Hatcher Pass: Heated & Enclosed ATV Tours - Open All Year!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48009336/8861a72c-0bdd-472e-aca0-db85b9b1d43b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hatcher Pass: Heated & Enclosed ATV Tours - Open All Year! $299 per traveler [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/hatcher-pass-heated-enclosed-atv-tours-open-all-year.a48009336.activity-details) ![Winter at the Glacier](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48174396/9114449e-e1e2-4eb4-99fd-4af21879b872.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hike Matanuska Glacier w/Alaska Local Honey, Wine Tasting $310 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/hike-matanuska-glacier-walaska-local-honey.a48174396.activity-details) [See all activities in Buffalo Soapstone](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Buffalo-Soapstone.d553248635975872382.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Buffalo Soapstone ![Palmer which includes mountains as well as an individual male](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9356/e43e8be4-c9a8-4f2f-8f54-72df5ff16a6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Palmer ![What a fun place for a guy to stumble around in!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9356/3734fd5d-5f36-4f72-9f97-ae2afdabb0f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Lazy Mountain ![At 27 miles long by 4 miles wide, it is the largest glacier accessible by car in the United States. While taking a guided tour with my friend, we walked through hundreds of feet of vein like tunnels of ice, we ended up in a wide opening that had one of the most beautiful reflections I have ever seen/photographed in my life. (RyanCorlisPhotography) #Adventure #Alaska #Glacier](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635941390937/f9c59aea-33af-4ad3-a1a7-3d5790ff9f64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sutton - Cities near Buffalo Soapstone - Places of interest [Palmer](https://expedia.com/Palmer.dx9356)[Lazy Mountain](https://expedia.com/Lazy-Mountain.dx6326968)[Sutton](https://expedia.com/Sutton.dx553248635941390937)[Sutton-Alpine](https://expedia.com/Sutton-Alpine.dx553248635975849142)[Farm Loop](https://expedia.com/Farm-Loop.dx553248635975850118) - [Reindeer Farm ](https://expedia.com/Reindeer-Farm-Palmer.d6323169.Vacation-Attraction) - [Settlers Bay Golf Course ](https://expedia.com/Settlers-Bay-Golf-Course-Wasilla.d6327044.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lazy Mountain ](https://expedia.com/Lazy-Mountain-Palmer.d553248621532649800.Vacation-Attraction) - [Musk Ox Farm ](https://expedia.com/Musk-Ox-Farm-Palmer.d6323165.Vacation-Attraction) - [Eklutna Lake ](https://expedia.com/Eklutna-Lake-Chugiak.d6060521.Vacation-Attraction) - [Palmer Golf Course ](https://expedia.com/Palmer-Golf-Course-Palmer.d6326972.Vacation-Attraction) - [Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm ](https://expedia.com/Palmer-Research-Center-And-Matanuska-Experiment-Farm-Palmer.d6228222.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lucile Lake ](https://expedia.com/Lucile-Lake-Wasilla.d553248635976196431.Vacation-Attraction) - [Iditarod Trail Headquarters ](https://expedia.com/Iditarod-Trail-Headquarters-Wasilla.d6293287.Vacation-Attraction) - [Mat-Su Visitors Center ](https://expedia.com/Mat-Su-Visitors-Center-Palmer.d553248621555467505.Vacation-Attraction) - [Independence Mine State Historical Park ](https://expedia.com/Independence-Mine-State-Historical-Park-Palmer.d6327035.Vacation-Attraction) - [Eklutna Historical Park ](https://expedia.com/Eklutna-Historical-Park-Chugiak.d6326027.Vacation-Attraction) - [Alaska Museum of Transportation & Industry ](https://expedia.com/Alaska-Museum-Of-Transportation-Industry-Wasilla.d553248621532649894.Vacation-Attraction) - [Bodenburg Butte ](https://expedia.com/Bodenburg-Butte-Palmer.d6085681.Vacation-Attraction) - [Pioneer Peak ](https://expedia.com/Pioneer-Peak-Palmer.d6085683.Vacation-Attraction) - [Palmer Visitor Information Center ](https://expedia.com/Palmer-Visitor-Information-Center-Palmer.d6326974.Vacation-Attraction) - [Twin Peaks Trail ](https://expedia.com/Twin-Peaks-Trail-Chugiak.d6325993.Vacation-Attraction) - [Colony House Museum ](https://expedia.com/Colony-House-Museum-Palmer.d553248621533115394.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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