Your Alaska Starts Here
From aurora-lit nights to glacier ice caves, Delta Junction is the wild Alaska you came for.
Your Alaska Starts Here
From aurora-lit nights to glacier ice caves, Delta Junction is the wild Alaska you came for.
Your Alaska Starts Here
From aurora-lit nights to glacier ice caves, Delta Junction is the wild Alaska you came for.
Trophy Lodge sits at the heart of Interior Alaska, with some of the state’s most spectacular outdoor experiences within easy reach. Whether you’re chasing the Northern Lights, hiking blue-ice glaciers, or fly fishing crystal-clear rivers, our front desk team is happy to help you plan, book tours, and point you toward the local gems most travelers miss.
Trophy Lodge sits at the heart of Interior Alaska, with some of the state’s most spectacular outdoor experiences within easy reach. Whether you’re chasing the Northern Lights, hiking blue-ice glaciers, or fly fishing crystal-clear rivers, our front desk team is happy to help you plan, book tours, and point you toward the local gems most travelers miss.
Northern Lights Viewing
The lodge faces north, making it one of the best aurora viewing spots in the Delta Junction area. From late August through April, the sky comes alive with sweeping greens, purples, and pinks above the Alaska Range. Step out the front door on a clear night, or join a guided aurora tour that takes you deeper into dark sky country. Pair with ice fishing, glacier viewing, or a side trip to North Pole for a full winter night under the stars.
Best time: Late August through April
Northern Lights Viewing
The lodge faces north, making it one of the best aurora viewing spots in the Delta Junction area. From late August through April, the sky comes alive with sweeping greens, purples, and pinks above the Alaska Range. Step out the front door on a clear night, or join a guided aurora tour that takes you deeper into dark sky country. Pair with ice fishing, glacier viewing, or a side trip to North Pole for a full winter night under the stars.
Best time: Late August through April
Big Delta State Historical Park & Rika’s Roadhouse
Step back in time at this 10-acre historical park. Rika’s Roadhouse has been welcoming travelers along the Richardson Highway for more than 100 years. Wander the restored buildings, learn about the Alaska Pipeline at the nearby viewpoint, and grab a coffee or snack at the historic site during the summer season.
Best time: May through September
Big Delta State Historical Park & Rika’s Roadhouse
Step back in time at this 10-acre historical park. Rika’s Roadhouse has been welcoming travelers along the Richardson Highway for more than 100 years. Wander the restored buildings, learn about the Alaska Pipeline at the nearby viewpoint, and grab a coffee or snack at the historic site during the summer season.
Best time: May through September
Quartz Lake
A scenic state recreation area perfect for kayaking, fishing, picnicking, or hiking. The lake is stocked with trout and salmon and offers a calm, family-friendly day out. In winter, the lake transforms into an ice fishing destination, with locals reeling in northern pike through the ice.
Best time: Year-round
Quartz Lake
A scenic state recreation area perfect for kayaking, fishing, picnicking, or hiking. The lake is stocked with trout and salmon and offers a calm, family-friendly day out. In winter, the lake transforms into an ice fishing destination, with locals reeling in northern pike through the ice.
Best time: Year-round
Fly Fishing on the Clearwater River
The cool, rushing waters of the Clearwater River are home to Arctic Grayling and a local favorite for fly fishing. Wander past mature black spruce and paper birch as moose and fox move quietly through the surroundings. The Clearwater State Recreation Site has BBQ pits, hiking trails, and easy river access, ideal for a relaxed afternoon outdoors.
Best time: May through September
Fly Fishing on the Clearwater River
The cool, rushing waters of the Clearwater River are home to Arctic Grayling and a local favorite for fly fishing. Wander past mature black spruce and paper birch as moose and fox move quietly through the surroundings. The Clearwater State Recreation Site has BBQ pits, hiking trails, and easy river access, ideal for a relaxed afternoon outdoors.
Best time: May through September
Castner Glacier Ice Caves
One of Alaska’s most photographed natural wonders. In winter, walk inside the dramatic blue-ice cave for an experience that feels otherworldly. In summer, the access trail opens up to hiking and views of the glacier from the surface. Bring sturdy boots, layers, and a sense of adventure.
Best time: Year-round (ice caves most striking November through April)
Castner Glacier Ice Caves
One of Alaska’s most photographed natural wonders. In winter, walk inside the dramatic blue-ice cave for an experience that feels otherworldly. In summer, the access trail opens up to hiking and views of the glacier from the surface. Bring sturdy boots, layers, and a sense of adventure.
Best time: Year-round (ice caves most striking November through April)
Scenic Flights with Golden Eagle Outfitters
For a perspective you can’t get from the ground, book a scenic flight over the Alaska Range, the Tanana Valley, and the surrounding wilderness. Glide above turquoise lakes, ice fields, and remote backcountry that most visitors never see. Trophy Lodge is happy to help arrange the experience.
Best time: May through September (clear weather)
Scenic Flights with Golden Eagle Outfitters
For a perspective you can’t get from the ground, book a scenic flight over the Alaska Range, the Tanana Valley, and the surrounding wilderness. Glide above turquoise lakes, ice fields, and remote backcountry that most visitors never see. Trophy Lodge is happy to help arrange the experience.
Best time: May through September (clear weather)
Winter Adventures
When the snow falls, Delta Junction transforms. Snowmobiling, dog sledding, cross-country skiing, and ice fishing are all available within a short drive of the lodge. Our team can help connect you with local guides and outfitters.
Best time: November through March
Winter Adventures
When the snow falls, Delta Junction transforms. Snowmobiling, dog sledding, cross-country skiing, and ice fishing are all available within a short drive of the lodge. Our team can help connect you with local guides and outfitters.
Best time: November through March
Day Trip to Fairbanks & North Pole
Fairbanks offers museums, galleries, breweries, and the famous Santa Claus House in nearby North Pole. In winter, Fairbanks is also home to the World Ice Art Championships, an annual showcase of incredible ice sculptures. Easy to do as a day trip from Trophy Lodge.
Best time: Year-round (Ice Art Championships February through March)
Day Trip to Fairbanks & North Pole
Fairbanks offers museums, galleries, breweries, and the famous Santa Claus House in nearby North Pole. In winter, Fairbanks is also home to the World Ice Art Championships, an annual showcase of incredible ice sculptures. Easy to do as a day trip from Trophy Lodge.
Best time: Year-round (Ice Art Championships February through March)
Experience it yourself.
Warm rooms, hearty dining, and true Alaskan hospitality at Trophy Lodge in Delta Junction.
Experience it yourself.
Warm rooms, hearty dining, and true Alaskan hospitality at Trophy Lodge in Delta Junction.
Experience it yourself.
Warm rooms, hearty dining, and true Alaskan hospitality at Trophy Lodge in Delta Junction.