Wasilla combines the practical rhythm of a fast-growing Alaskan community with the open, lake-dotted setting of the Matanuska-Susitna Valley in a way that reflects its position north of Anchorage. Wasilla Lake lies close to downtown, while the valley extends toward the Talkeetna Mountains and the broad Knik Arm of Cook Inlet. The city is closely associated with long-distance sled-dog mushing: the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race has its headquarters here, giving the tradition a visible place in local life. The Alaska Railroad also helped establish Wasilla as a regional service town in the early 20th century. Browse additional webcams from the surrounding area to extend your view of the Matanuska-Susitna Valley.
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