Tangle Lakes Scenic Area
Tangle Lakes Scenic Area spans over 950 km² of southwestern Alaska, where the Tangle River flows through glacial-carved valleys into a broad delta. Its remote tundra landscape is crisscrossed by seasonal hunting routes, with services mainly via floatplane or trail networks.
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Geography
| Continent | North America |
|---|---|
| Region | Alaska |
| Subregion | Interior Alaska |
| Country | United States |
| State | Alaska |
| County | Matanuska-Susitna Borough |
| Timezone | AmericaAnchorage |
| Latitude | 63.4 |
| Longitude | -149.89 |
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10:54 AM LOCAL TIMETangle Lakes Scenic Area is a vast, lightly inhabited landscape in south-central Alaska, notable for the braided Tangle River, expansive high-elevation tundra, and the seasonal patterns of wildlife and human movement it supports. The area includes the Tangle Lakes — a series of interconnected lakes and marshes near the river’s715 km (445 mi) downstream emergence — and extends toward the broad, subdued gradients of the Yukon-Procupine basin. Access is primarily via floatplane landing at landing sites near the lakes and by long-distance trail routes; considerable aerial and overland navigation is recommended for visitors planning to cross or fly over the area. Expect wilderness camping, fishing for native salmonids, fly-in fly-out hunt access, and opportunities for remote hiking and river travel. The landscape is shaped by glacial and sedimentary processes, with weather that can shift quickly from clear skies to snow or rain beyond the summer months, so layered clothing, navigation skills, and contingency plans are essential.
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