Some of the handwritten messages left by guests in our guestbook...


 

“...A once in a lifetime experience. Thanks for all your hospitality. Thanks for everything.”
– Chapin H

“Nothing compares to the amazing country you call home. It's spectacular. I hope to return soon.”
– Adam B, Cedar City, UT

“Your family is so welcoming, the land so inviting. I love the baskets of coffee in the morning, the ridge hike, all the stories...! I will think of this place reverently and your great family all."
– Charity C. Missoula, MT

"One of the coolest places I have ever been. Amazing scenery and flights, great fishing, and true Alaskan hospitality. This place reinvented my idea of wilderness."
– Ben O, Missoula MT

"Thank you so much for our ride into and out of these fantastic mountains! We greatly enjoyed our trip and opportunity to climb some great peaks. Our stop at the lodge made our trip complete!"

– JK

"This week was one of the most amazing experiences I have had. What a wonderful place."
– Ali S., NASA JPL Mars Rover Program, Thousand Oaks, California

 

"The best pilot - the best lodge - the best food - the best !"
– Paul E

"Thank you for the fabulous halibut dinner and hospitality! Your place is an amazing oasis. I think our family has fallen in love with your Wrangell 'neighborhood!' We will be back!"

– Matt, Nancy, Meg, Niles C, Boise, ID 

"I am thankful for not only the chance to experience this unique destination, but to meet a group of Alaskans who have deeploy inspired me to embrace the spirit of adventure to the fullest degree. Thank you for this inspiration for it is a gift I will always have with me. You rock."
– Phil O, Missoula, MT 

"Thank you for the awesome, amazing experience. Everything we did was breathtaking and beautiful. The bears had me up at night just a little :) I hope to come back soon. Thank you again and God bless."

– Wayne C

"Thank you so much for a wonderful stay. You've made our honeymoon filled with sights and memories we'll always treasure. We really enjoyed our climb and very  much appreciate the effort paul pu in to getting us -- and our gear! -- back to the lodge. This is some of the most spectacular country on earth and we hope to be back to experience it again in the future (maybe on skis!)."
– Barney H & Beth B

"What a secluded paradise Ultima Thule is! I loved my cozy, comfortable cabin & the surrounding grounds wtih green lawns and colorful flowers ...

I thoroughly enjoyed my flight "glacier measuring," my flight wiht Jay and especially the Super Cub flight with Paul all about the Granite Range with its beautifully green valleys, rocky canyons, glaciers and mountain peaks ane everywhere running rivers, creeks and lakes. The sun shone too! It was a magical experience..."
– Kari K, "Golden Vale" Sutton Forest, NSW, Australia

"What a remarkable place! The views, the cabins, the glacial landings!"
– Paul D

"This really was a great Alaskan experience that I will never forget."
– Richard W, The Explorers Club, New York, NY

"We came a very long way but it was worthwhile. Paul is not only the best bush pilot but he is also an excellent mountain guide and climbing instructor. The Alaskan Grandma and Donna are first class hosts. We are planning to come back next year for more adventures."
– Denis & Vincent T, Trieste, Italy

"Magnificent place, wonderful people. WE felt like home -- with much more beautiful weather. Thanks for everything!"
– Regina & Jon P, Naples, IL

"We had such an awesome time here at the Lodge. Such strong friendships were created, as well as there were new adventures every day! From lakes with glorious views to rafting on a beautiful sunny day, this has been a trip full of laughter, joy and adventure. There were delicious delicasies every day, three times a day! We always felt welcome here and we're so sorry to have to go."
– Laura S.