{"id":48926,"date":"2019-07-26T05:00:00","date_gmt":"2019-07-26T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/localadventurer.com\/?p=48926"},"modified":"2025-07-02T15:57:36","modified_gmt":"2025-07-02T22:57:36","slug":"things-to-do-in-denali-national-park","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/things-to-do-in-denali-national-park\/","title":{"rendered":"17 Unforgettable Things to Do in Denali National Park"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><em>Visiting Denali National Park? Don&#8217;t miss these things to do.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We heard about the long days in Alaska, but it felt unreal to experience it in person. Dinner at 9pm felt like an early dinner with our plates perfectly lit up by the window light. At 1 am, we had to pull the blackout curtains, because golden hour last for several hours. It was all very trippy, and I thought to myself, I could live here for a summer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1620\" src=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/things-to-do-in-denali-national-park.jpg\" alt=\"17 Unforgettable Things to Do in Denali National Park Alaska\" class=\"wp-image-51386\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/things-to-do-in-denali-national-park.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/things-to-do-in-denali-national-park-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/things-to-do-in-denali-national-park-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/things-to-do-in-denali-national-park-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/things-to-do-in-denali-national-park-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/things-to-do-in-denali-national-park-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/things-to-do-in-denali-national-park-610x915.jpg 610w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/things-to-do-in-denali-national-park-390x585.jpg 390w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/things-to-do-in-denali-national-park-260x390.jpg 260w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-background\" style=\"padding: 15px;font-size:12px;background-color:#f2f4f7;text-align:center;\"><em>A big thank you to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/nationsvacation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Nation\u2019s Vacation<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.denaliparkvillage.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Denali Park Village<\/a> for hosting our trip and sponsoring this post. All opinions are always our own. This post may contain affiliate links, where we receive a small commission on sales of the products that are linked at no additional cost to you. Read <a href=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/disclosure\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">our full disclosure<\/a>&nbsp;for more info. Thank you for supporting the brands that make Local Adventurer possible.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"padding:10px 0px;\">\n<script type=\"module\" crossorigin src=\"https:\/\/instaread.co\/js\/instaread.player.js\"><\/script>\n\n<instaread-player publication=\"localadventurer\"><\/instaread-player>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:12px\"><em>Last Updated: <\/em>July 2, 2025<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"expandable-list\" class=\"wp-block-local-adventurer-expandable-list\"><input class=\"expandable-list-checkbox\" type=\"checkbox\" checked id=\"content-menu\"\/><label for=\"content-menu\"><h5 class=\"expandable-list-title\"><span class=\"expandable-list-icon\">\u2212<\/span><span class=\"expandable-list-icon-2\">\u2212<\/span>Content Menu<\/h5><\/label><ul class=\"expandable-list-items\"><li><a href=\"#before\">What You Need to Know Before You Visit<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#best\">17 Denali Attractions You Can\u2019t Miss<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#more\">More Things to Do Denali<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#map\">Map of Denali National Park<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#trails\">Denali National Park Hiking Trails<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#views\">Best Views and Overlooks<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#eat\">Where to Eat in Denali<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#stay\">Where to Stay<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#camp\">Denali National Park Camping<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#checklist\">Planning Checklist<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#resources\">More Resources<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>After spending 5 days exploring Denali National Park, we\u2019re already putting together a game plan on how get an RV and slow travel through Alaska!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While we were there, a lot of the people we met were just passing through on a cruise. Most people only spend a day or two in the Denali area before heading to their next destination on their Alaska itinerary. We stayed 5 days and still felt like it wasn\u2019t enough. Meet you there next year?<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-none\" id=\"before\"><u>What You Need to Know Before You Visit<\/u><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You can only drive the first 15 miles into the park. From Savage River Check Station, you must either take a bus, bicycle, or hike in. Most people see Denali National Park by either shuttle bus or interpretive bus tour.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mt McKinley was renamed Denali in 2015 so you\u2019ll still hear both names.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Weather is fickle. Our driver was told us that only 30% of people get to see Denali. A lot of the times, it is shrouded in clouds. For your best chances, go as early morning as possible. Clouds tend to come in during the day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bring a map (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/1566953286?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=localadventurer-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;linkCode=xm2&amp;creativeASIN=1566953286\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NatGeo Denali National Park<\/a>) or hike with a guide. Denali is wild. It\u2019s the backcountry and there are not many well-maintained trails. It\u2019s easiest to hike when you stick near river beds but you can expect bushwhacking and stream crossings as well.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bring&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B07BSN5YLN?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=localadventurer-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;linkCode=xm2&amp;creativeASIN=B07BSN5YLN\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bug Spray<\/a><\/strong>. If you make it out to Wonder Lake, bring a&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B01EKFQFDG?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=localadventurer-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;linkCode=xm2&amp;creativeASIN=B01EKFQFDG\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bug net<\/a><\/strong>. They might look stupid, but you will feel stupid after getting dozens of bug bites on your face.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-bus-tours.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-48987\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-bus-tours.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-bus-tours-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-bus-tours-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-bus-tours-728x485.jpg 728w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-bus-tours-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-bus-tours-610x407.jpg 610w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-bus-tours-878x585.jpg 878w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-bus-tours-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-bus-tours.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How the Buses Work &#8211; 4 Types of Buses<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This was probably what confused me the most before I arrived in Denali.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Free Shuttle Buses<\/strong>&nbsp;only travel the first 15 miles of the park road. It connects visitor centers and points of interest where you can already drive your own vehicle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tour Buses<\/strong>&nbsp;are narrated and can travel further into the park along Denali Park Road. There are&nbsp;<a href=\"#tours\">three types of tours<\/a>&nbsp;that range from 4.5 hours round trip to 11 hours round trip. The biggest advantage of these is that they will stop when wildlife is spotted and give everyone plenty of time to watch them in their natural habitat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Transit Buses<\/strong>&nbsp;are non-narrated. These are cheaper than tour buses and more flexible on stops. You can disembark or rebound anywhere along the road (although most of the time, they are full and those who have tickets to that specific bus get priority). They make brief stops for wildlife, but their main purpose is to get you from point A to point B.&nbsp;For paid buses (both tour and transit), reserve in advance as they fill up quickly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Camper Buses<\/strong>&nbsp;take you to campground and backcountry hikes but can only be accessed through a reservation or backcountry permit.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-none\">Tips for Buses<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Specific schedules are subject to small adjustments throughout the season. Always check the latest schedule when you arrive.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When you purchase your tickets, you will be charged the park entrance fee. Be sure to bring your\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/DyaGeb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">annual park pass<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0(good for up to 4 people) with you. If you forgot it like we did, you can bring it the next day and get a reimbursement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bus trips range from 4.5 to 12 hours. Keep that in mind while you\u2019re planning your days. If you plan on trying to catch a bus back, be patient. Those who have tickets for that particular bus will have priority.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-none\">Visitor Centers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The&nbsp;<strong>Denali Visitor Center<\/strong>&nbsp;is only open in the summer from 8am to 6pm. This is the main visitor center near the entrance of the park. Watch the park film, check out exhibits, or join one of the ranger led programs. You can also get backcountry permits here.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The&nbsp;<strong>Murie Science and Learning Center<\/strong>&nbsp;(MSLC) is the main visitor center during the fall, winter, and spring. It is also located at the front of the park and showcases research from living laboratories like Denali National park. It is open daily from 9:30am to 5pm.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The&nbsp;<strong>Eielson Visitor Center<\/strong>&nbsp;is also only open during the summer. It\u2019s located at Mile 66 and can be reached by most shuttle buses and the Kantishna Experience tour bus. There are ranger-led programs, a small art gallery, and beautiful views of Denali on clear days. It\u2019s open from 1pm to 3pm in the summer and 9am to 5:30pm the rest of the year.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The&nbsp;<strong>Denali Bus Depot (formerly Wilderness Access Center)<\/strong>&nbsp;is only open in the summer. You can busy bus tickets, reserve campsites, and check in for existing reservations. It is located near the park entrance and is open from 5am to 7pm. There is a small coffee shop, bookstore and is where you will catch your bus.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The&nbsp;<strong>Walter Harper Talkeetna Ranger Station<\/strong>&nbsp;is located about 100 miles south of the Denali National Park and Preserve in the town of Talkeetna. This ranger station is the center of mountaineering operations. Climbers who plan on hiking Denali or other peaks in the Alaska Range need to stop here first. It is open year round from 8am to 5:30pm.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"best\"><u>17 Unforgettable Things to DO in Denali National park<\/u><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.denaliparkvillage.com\/explore-denali\/rafting-experience\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Nenana River Whitewater Rafting<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With Explore Denali Rafting, you can either hop on a mild Wilderness Float Trip where you can simply enjoy the views, or get your adrenaline pumping on a Paddle or Canyon Run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We did the Paddle Run and hit some gnarly rapids! There were only four of us in the raft in addition to our guide, where we all had to paddle. Another raft floated along with us on the Canyon Run, where the guests just hold on while the guide does all the heavy lifting. BUT did you really raft if you don\u2019t paddle? We\u2019ll let you decide. Either way, we highly recommend experiencing the Nenana River.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll be on the water for about 2 hours and 3-4 hours total including pickup, instruction, and gearing up. They provide all the equipment you need, including dry-suits since the water stays cold year round, transportation to and from your hotel, and experienced river guides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff865c;\"><strong>Local Tip:<\/strong><\/span> If you\u2019d rather watch your friends raft, head to Milepost 242 of the George Parks Highway. You\u2019ll be able to see them raft through the Cable Car Rapid. There\u2019s easy parking and you can even hike down to the Nenana River.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1620\" data-id=\"48950\" src=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/nenana-river-rafting.jpg\" alt=\"Nenana River Rafting + 17 Incredible Things to Do in Denali National Park Alaska\" class=\"wp-image-48950\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/nenana-river-rafting.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/nenana-river-rafting-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/nenana-river-rafting-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/nenana-river-rafting-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/nenana-river-rafting-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/nenana-river-rafting-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/nenana-river-rafting-610x915.jpg 610w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/nenana-river-rafting-390x585.jpg 390w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/nenana-river-rafting-260x390.jpg 260w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1620\" data-id=\"48953\" src=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/white-water-rafting-alaska.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-48953\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/white-water-rafting-alaska.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/white-water-rafting-alaska-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/white-water-rafting-alaska-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/white-water-rafting-alaska-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/white-water-rafting-alaska-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/white-water-rafting-alaska-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/white-water-rafting-alaska-610x915.jpg 610w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/white-water-rafting-alaska-390x585.jpg 390w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/white-water-rafting-alaska-260x390.jpg 260w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:8px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-white-water-rafting.jpg\" alt=\"Denali White Water Rafting + Your Essential Guide to Denali National Park\" class=\"wp-image-48949\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-white-water-rafting.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-white-water-rafting-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-white-water-rafting-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-white-water-rafting-728x485.jpg 728w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-white-water-rafting-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-white-water-rafting-610x407.jpg 610w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-white-water-rafting-878x585.jpg 878w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-white-water-rafting-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-white-water-rafting.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo:&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/links\/7827525\/type\/dlg\/https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Attraction_Review-g143022-d14111429-Reviews-Old_Sourdough_Studio-Denali_National_Park_and_Preserve_Alaska.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Old Sourdough Studio<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. See the Big 5<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Out of the Big 5, the only ones we didn\u2019t see was the last one.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Caribou \/ Reindeer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dall Sheep \u2013 look for a white dot<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Grizzly Bears \u2013 look for a golden bail of hay<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Moose \u2013 look for a large brown mass<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wolves<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>More Denali Animals to Look Out For<\/strong>: Collared pika, coyotes, golden eagles, hoary marmot, lynx, porcupine, red fox, snowshoe hare, wolverines, and more. See the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/irma.nps.gov\/NPSpecies\/Reports\/SpeciesList\/Species%20Full%20List\/DENA\/5,2,3,1,4,11\/true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">full list here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff865c;\"><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong><\/span> Bring the longest lens you own. I was wishing I had a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/bhpho.to\/2XUeeo7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">400 mm<\/a>&nbsp;on a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/bhpho.to\/2XVhoI7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">crop sensor<\/a>. Unless you\u2019re lucky, most of the animals are far away. Keep in mind that it\u2019s not a zoo, and you\u2019re never guaranteed to see wildlife. We\u2019ve been to plenty of national parks where we didn\u2019t see much, meanwhile, everyone and their moms would have epic sightings. This was by far our luckiest trip for seeing wildlife.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1620\" data-id=\"48956\" src=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-grizzly-bear.jpg\" alt=\"Seeing Denali Grizzly Bear on the Tundra Wilderness Tour\" class=\"wp-image-48956\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-grizzly-bear.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-grizzly-bear-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-grizzly-bear-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-grizzly-bear-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-grizzly-bear-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-grizzly-bear-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-grizzly-bear-610x915.jpg 610w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-grizzly-bear-390x585.jpg 390w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-grizzly-bear-260x390.jpg 260w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1620\" data-id=\"48961\" src=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-wildlife.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-48961\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-wildlife.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-wildlife-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-wildlife-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-wildlife-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-wildlife-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-wildlife-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-wildlife-610x915.jpg 610w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-wildlife-390x585.jpg 390w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-wildlife-260x390.jpg 260w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tours\">3. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.denaliparkvillage.com\/tours\/tundra-wilderness-tour\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">The Tundra Wilderness Tour<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong>\u00a0May 20 \u2013 September 11<br><strong>Time Needed:<\/strong>\u00a05-5.5 Hours<br><strong>Distance:<\/strong>\u00a063 Miles to Stoney Hill Overlook then Back<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We rode both the narrated bus and a shuttle bus, and actually recommend both if you have the time. The Tundra Wilderness Tour is great because you have more time to see wildlife and our driver was insanely good at spotting wildlife. They even have a camera where they can zoom in so you can see them closer on the bus monitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During the tour, the driver shared the history of Park Road and stopped at every opportunity to see wildlife, where you had plenty of time to take photos and watch them in their natural habitat. When Denali is visible, you also get some of the best views of the mountain.&nbsp;The bus stops roughly every 1.5 hours for bathroom breaks and to stretch your legs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff865c;\"><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong><\/span> They provide a box of snacks, but also bring your own lunch and extra snacks since it\u2019s a long day out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are 3 Interpretive Bus Tours with different itineraries. All tours&nbsp;stop every 1.5 hours for restroom breaks and&nbsp;offer either a snack or full lunch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reservedenali.com\/tours-transits\/the-denali-tour-experience\/tour-information\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Denali Natural History Tour<\/a>&nbsp;(4.5-5 hr, 30 mi one way) \u2013 History of humans in the park<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reservedenali.com\/tours-transits\/the-denali-tour-experience\/tour-information\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Tundra Wilderness Tour<\/a>\u00a0or Toklat Shoulder Season Tour (5-5.5 hr, 63 mi one way) \u2013 Focus on wildlife<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reservedenali.com\/tours-transits\/the-denali-tour-experience\/tour-information\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Kantishna Experience Tour<\/a>\u00a0(13 hr, 92 mi one way) \u2013 Focus is on the landscape. Out of the 3 interpretive bus tours, this is the only one that takes you to the end of the Park Road, the only one that stops at Eielson Visitor Center, and the only one with an Interpretive Ranger from the National Park Service that joins you at Wonder Lake.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/tundra-wilderness-tour.jpg\" alt=\"The Tundra Wilderness Tour + 17 Incredible Things to Do in Denali National Park Alaska\" class=\"wp-image-48958\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/tundra-wilderness-tour.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/tundra-wilderness-tour-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/tundra-wilderness-tour-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/tundra-wilderness-tour-728x485.jpg 728w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/tundra-wilderness-tour-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/tundra-wilderness-tour-610x407.jpg 610w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/tundra-wilderness-tour-878x585.jpg 878w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/tundra-wilderness-tour-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/tundra-wilderness-tour.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.denaliparkvillage.com\/things-to-do\/hiking\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Triple Lakes Trail Interpretive Hike<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When we go hiking on our own, we miss a lot of details because we\u2019re focused on getting to the destination or worried about running into wildlife. The Triple Lakes Trail Interpretive Hike was a great way to learn more about the boreal forest, where to keep an eye out for wildlife, and the best vantage points.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our guide tailored the hike to what we were interested in, helped us stay on pace, and answered questions about the local flora and fauna. He also gave us suggestions on other hikes to check out and places in town we should stop by.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff865c;\"><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong><\/span> Let your guide know if there is something in particular that you\u2019re interested in, so he or she can point it out and tell you more about it during the hike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1620\" data-id=\"48975\" src=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/triple-lakes-trail-denali.jpg\" alt=\"Triple Lakes Trail Denali National Park Hikes\" class=\"wp-image-48975\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/triple-lakes-trail-denali.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/triple-lakes-trail-denali-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/triple-lakes-trail-denali-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/triple-lakes-trail-denali-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/triple-lakes-trail-denali-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/triple-lakes-trail-denali-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/triple-lakes-trail-denali-610x915.jpg 610w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/triple-lakes-trail-denali-390x585.jpg 390w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/triple-lakes-trail-denali-260x390.jpg 260w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1620\" data-id=\"48974\" src=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/triple-lakes-trail-denali-alaska.jpg\" alt=\"Hiking Triple Lakes Trail Denali Alaska\" class=\"wp-image-48974\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/triple-lakes-trail-denali-alaska.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/triple-lakes-trail-denali-alaska-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/triple-lakes-trail-denali-alaska-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/triple-lakes-trail-denali-alaska-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/triple-lakes-trail-denali-alaska-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/triple-lakes-trail-denali-alaska-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/triple-lakes-trail-denali-alaska-610x915.jpg 610w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/triple-lakes-trail-denali-alaska-390x585.jpg 390w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/triple-lakes-trail-denali-alaska-260x390.jpg 260w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:8px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/triple-lakes-trail.jpg\" alt=\"Triple Lakes Trail + Hiking Denali National Park\" class=\"wp-image-48959\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/triple-lakes-trail.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/triple-lakes-trail-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/triple-lakes-trail-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/triple-lakes-trail-728x485.jpg 728w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/triple-lakes-trail-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/triple-lakes-trail-610x407.jpg 610w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/triple-lakes-trail-878x585.jpg 878w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/triple-lakes-trail-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/triple-lakes-trail.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/links\/7827525\/type\/dlg\/https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Attraction_Review-g143022-d2187528-Reviews-Denali_Air-Denali_National_Park_and_Preserve_Alaska.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Denali Flightseeing Tours<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>These views were jaw-dropping. The mountains went on forever, and you get to soar above the clouds for better chances to see Denali.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/links\/7827525\/type\/dlg\/https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Attraction_Review-g143022-d2187528-Reviews-Denali_Air-Denali_National_Park_and_Preserve_Alaska.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Denali Air<\/a>&nbsp;navigates through the park through their small aircrafts giving you views of mountains, glaciers, and even Denali up close. Our pilot pointed out the different basecamps of the mountaineers too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During our trip, it was amazing to see the park from land, water, and air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff865c;\"><strong>Photo Tip:<\/strong><\/span> The pilot does a great job trying to give both sides of the plane good views. If you\u2019re shooting, it helped to have a longer lens to get past the wing and propellers of the plane. We mostly used our 70-200 mm lens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1620\" data-id=\"48962\" src=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-flightseeing-tours.jpg\" alt=\"Denali Flightseeing Tours + 17 Incredible Things to Do in Denali National Park\" class=\"wp-image-48962\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-flightseeing-tours.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-flightseeing-tours-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-flightseeing-tours-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-flightseeing-tours-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-flightseeing-tours-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-flightseeing-tours-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-flightseeing-tours-610x915.jpg 610w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-flightseeing-tours-390x585.jpg 390w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-flightseeing-tours-260x390.jpg 260w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1620\" data-id=\"48964\" src=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-air-tours.jpg\" alt=\"Denali Air Tours + 17 Incredible Things to Do in Denali National Park\" class=\"wp-image-48964\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-air-tours.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-air-tours-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-air-tours-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-air-tours-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-air-tours-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-air-tours-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-air-tours-610x915.jpg 610w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-air-tours-390x585.jpg 390w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-air-tours-260x390.jpg 260w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:8px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-flightseeing.jpg\" alt=\"Denali Flightseeing Tours + 17 Incredible Things to Do in Denali National Park\" class=\"wp-image-48963\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-flightseeing.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-flightseeing-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-flightseeing-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-flightseeing-728x485.jpg 728w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-flightseeing-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-flightseeing-610x407.jpg 610w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-flightseeing-878x585.jpg 878w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-flightseeing-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-flightseeing.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/dena\/planyourvisit\/kennels.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Meet the Canine Rangers at the Denali Kennels + Sled Dog Demonstrations<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you love dogs, this is a must! Denali National Park is the only park that uses sled dogs, and these canine rangers have worked alongside their human counterparts since the 1920s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The kennels are roughly 3 miles into the park and open year-round. During the summer, you can stop by to meet the pups and watch a sled dog demonstration. During the winter, the dogs and rangers are frequently in the park, so be sure to check at the visitor center before making your way to the kennels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff865c;\"><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong><\/span> Everyone talks about the sled dog demonstrations, but if you are short on time, you can just go see them.&nbsp;You can drive your car to the kennels but parking is limited. During the summer, you can take a free shuttle bus here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1620\" data-id=\"48967\" src=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-kennels.jpg\" alt=\"Meet the Canine Rangers at the Denali National Park Kennels\" class=\"wp-image-48967\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-kennels.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-kennels-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-kennels-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-kennels-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-kennels-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-kennels-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-kennels-610x915.jpg 610w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-kennels-390x585.jpg 390w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-kennels-260x390.jpg 260w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1620\" data-id=\"48968\" src=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-kennels.jpg\" alt=\"Meet the Canine Rangers at the Denali Kennels\" class=\"wp-image-48968\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-kennels.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-kennels-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-kennels-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-kennels-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-kennels-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-kennels-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-kennels-610x915.jpg 610w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-kennels-390x585.jpg 390w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-kennels-260x390.jpg 260w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:8px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-dog-kennels.jpg\" alt=\"Meet the Canine Rangers at the Denali Dog Kennels\" class=\"wp-image-48966\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-dog-kennels.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-dog-kennels-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-dog-kennels-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-dog-kennels-728x485.jpg 728w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-dog-kennels-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-dog-kennels-610x407.jpg 610w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-dog-kennels-878x585.jpg 878w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-dog-kennels-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-dog-kennels.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Stony Hill Overlook (Mile 62)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This was our favorite view of Denali and the last stop on our Tundra Wilderness Tour. When we took the transit bus out to Wonder Lake, we were hoping we might make a stop here again, but since the Eielson Visitor Center is just a few miles past this, the driver didn\u2019t bother stopping here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-alaska.jpg\" alt=\"Best Things to Do in Denali National Park Alaska\" class=\"wp-image-48976\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-alaska.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-alaska-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-alaska-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-alaska-728x485.jpg 728w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-alaska-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-alaska-610x407.jpg 610w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-alaska-878x585.jpg 878w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-alaska-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-alaska.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/dena\/planyourvisit\/the-eielson-visitor-center.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">The Eielson Visitor Center (Mile 66)<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em>If you only do one thing in the park, visit the Eielson Visitor Center. You get amazing views and see a lot of the park on the way<\/em>&nbsp;\u2013 Josh, Youth Volunteer<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Eielson Visitor Center is only open in the summer and has great views of Denali on clear days. There are daily ranger-led programs, a small gallery of art, and has some of the few established trails in the park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1620\" src=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/eielson-visitor-center-denali.jpg\" alt=\"Eielson Visitor Center + 15 Incredible Things to Do in Denali National Park\" class=\"wp-image-59251\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/eielson-visitor-center-denali.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/eielson-visitor-center-denali-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/eielson-visitor-center-denali-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/eielson-visitor-center-denali-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/eielson-visitor-center-denali-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/eielson-visitor-center-denali-610x915.jpg 610w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/eielson-visitor-center-denali-390x585.jpg 390w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/eielson-visitor-center-denali-260x390.jpg 260w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/rlc\/murie\/index.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Murie Science and Learning Center<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Murie Science and Learning Center is also Denali\u2019s winter visitor center. Check out exhibits and learn how to be better stewards of national parks in Alaska.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Wonder Lake (Mile 84.5)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Wonder Lake is a popular campground with 28 sites and the closest to Denali (although it\u2019s still 26 miles from the mountain). Our initial plan was to come up here to find Reflection Pond, which is next on the list, but since clouds covered Denali by the time we were here, we decided to enjoy the lake for a bit then head back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff865c;\"><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong><\/span> Mosquitos here were ruthless! Not only because of the sheer number of them, but nothing seemed to phase them either. If we visit again, we\u2019re definitely bringing&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B01EKFQFDG?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=localadventurer-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;linkCode=xm2&amp;creativeASIN=B01EKFQFDG\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>bug nets<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. Reflection Pond (Mile 85.3)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Photographers love Reflection Pond. As its name implies, you can get beautiful photos of Denali and Foraker reflecting off the surface of the pond. We were bummed that Denali was covered in clouds by the time we got there. Next time, we\u2019ll have to camp at Wonder Lake to take advantage of the morning light and increase chances to see the mountain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff865c;\"><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong><\/span> If you\u2019re taking the bus to Wonder Lake to get here, ask the bus driver to drop you off before he descends down to Wonder Lake. That will save you from hiking back up the hill just to find the pond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.denaliparkvillage.com\/things-to-do\/alaska-cabin-nite-dinner-theatre\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Alaska Cabin Nite Dinner Theatre<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Enjoy a family-style dinner and show at Denali Park Village. The show shares about the local history through music and humor. Set in the early 1900s, the cast is talented and charismatic and they do a great job getting the crowd involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff865c;\"><strong>Note:<\/strong><\/span> We\u2019ll admit that this is usually not our cup of tea, but it was a great way to meet other people at the communal restaurant tables.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/alaska-cabin-nite-dinner-theatre.jpg\" alt=\"Alaska Cabin Nite Dinner Theatre\" class=\"wp-image-48965\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/alaska-cabin-nite-dinner-theatre.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/alaska-cabin-nite-dinner-theatre-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/alaska-cabin-nite-dinner-theatre-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/alaska-cabin-nite-dinner-theatre-728x485.jpg 728w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/alaska-cabin-nite-dinner-theatre-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/alaska-cabin-nite-dinner-theatre-610x407.jpg 610w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/alaska-cabin-nite-dinner-theatre-878x585.jpg 878w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/alaska-cabin-nite-dinner-theatre-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/alaska-cabin-nite-dinner-theatre.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">13. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/links\/7827525\/type\/dlg\/https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Attraction_Review-g143022-d14111429-Reviews-Old_Sourdough_Studio-Denali_National_Park_and_Preserve_Alaska.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Old Sourdough Studio<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ve never taken old-timey photos before, but Alaskan themed old-timey photos? Down! They use authentic clothes, help you get dressed, and make the experience really quick and smooth. Everything in the photo was real except for the snow and husky.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1620\" src=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/old-sourdough-studio.jpg\" alt=\"Old Sourdough Studio + 15 Fun Things to Do in Denali Alaska\" class=\"wp-image-48952\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/old-sourdough-studio.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/old-sourdough-studio-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/old-sourdough-studio-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/old-sourdough-studio-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/old-sourdough-studio-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/old-sourdough-studio-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/old-sourdough-studio-610x915.jpg 610w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/old-sourdough-studio-390x585.jpg 390w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/old-sourdough-studio-260x390.jpg 260w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">14. Hike the Backcountry<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to explore more of the park, much of it is done in the backcountry. Stop by the Wilderness Access Center to get all the info you need about camping and backcountry in Denali. The six million acres are divided into 87 backcountry units (each unit is tens of thousands of acres). 41 of those units have a limit on the number of people allowed to camp each night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tips:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your entire party must be present when obtaining your permit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You must have a backcountry permit before purchasing a camper bus ticket.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supplies are limited in the Denali area. Try to purchase items you need before arriving.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Backpacking units are subject to availability. They are only issued the day before or the day of your trip. Your best chances are to arrive at 8am the day before your trip to get your choice in unites.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You will need to complete a backcountry orientation and it will be good for the season. You can even save time by watching the video at the Denali Visitor Center before the day of your permit. Just be sure to document with the park staff that you watched it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have a few units picked out ahead of time so you can select the one that is available. You can read more about each unit&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/dena\/planyourvisit\/backpacking-guide.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If it\u2019s your first off-trail backpacking trip, these units are a good starting point: 1 (features a trail), 9-13, 18, 34, and 42.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Read more about how to plan for your trip&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/dena\/planyourvisit\/backcountry.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff865c;\"><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong><\/span> If you\u2019re new to hiking in the backcountry, we highly recommend you go on a ranger-led backcountry hike before you venture out on your own. One of the locals told us that they ran into 16 grizzlies on one hike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">15. Bike Denali Park Road<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Cycling is a great way to see the park plus visitors are allowed to bike all 92 miles of the Park Road. You can check out trip ideas&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/dena\/planyourvisit\/cycling.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>. More Tips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You can ride on park roads, parking areas, and campground loops. Bicycles are prohibited on all other trails.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Electric bikes are not allowed beyond the first 15 miles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bring your own&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B01M9EBSOQ?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=localadventurer-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;linkCode=xm2&amp;creativeASIN=B01M9EBSOQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">repair kits<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eielson Visitor Center at mile 66 is the only place to refill water (see&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/best-travel-water-bottle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">our favorite travel water bottles here<\/a>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be aware of wildlife. You cannot cycle faster than a bear (they can run up to 35 mph).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remember weather can be fickle. Be prepared for all types of weather.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"717\" src=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-bike.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-48990\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-bike-600x398.jpg 600w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-bike-400x266.jpg 400w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-bike-728x483.jpg 728w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-bike-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-bike-610x405.jpg 610w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-bike-881x585.jpg 881w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-bike-587x390.jpg 587w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-bike.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: NPS<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">16. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/dena\/planyourvisit\/night-sky.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Take in the Northern Lights (Winter)<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em>September is my favorite time of year. The weather is perfect, the bugs are gone, and you get a chance to see the Northern Lights.<\/em>&nbsp;\u2013 James, Our Local Hiking Guide<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Summer is amazing because you get such long days, but if you visit in the spring, fall, or winter, you also get a chance to see the Aurora Borealis or Northern Lights. The sky is usually dark enough starting the second week of August.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#eeeeee; border-left: 6px solid #FFB53A;\"><strong>See More: <a href=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/things-to-do-in-seward-alaska\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">9 Breathtaking Things to Do in Seward Alaska<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/northern-lights-denali.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-48960\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/northern-lights-denali.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/northern-lights-denali-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/northern-lights-denali-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/northern-lights-denali-728x485.jpg 728w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/northern-lights-denali-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/northern-lights-denali-610x407.jpg 610w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/northern-lights-denali-878x585.jpg 878w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/northern-lights-denali-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/northern-lights-denali.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">17. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/dena\/planyourvisit\/road-lottery.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Win the Road Lottery<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>NOTE:<\/strong> Unfortunately, the Road Lottery is currently suspended for the foreseeable future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Every year, they open the Park Road to the public through a lottery.\u00a0 Applications run from May 1-31 and they only award 400 passes each day. If you\u2019re lucky enough to win the lottery for this 4-day event in September, you can drive as far as Wonder Lake (mile 85). Otherwise, you\u2019ll have to join the rest of us via bus. Find more details\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/dena\/planyourvisit\/road-lottery.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#eeeeee; border-left: 6px solid #FFB53A;\"><strong>See More: <a href=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/famous-hiking-trails-hardest-permits-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">11 Hardest Outdoor Permits to Get in the US<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"map\"><u>Map of Denali National Park<\/u><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/u\/0\/embed?mid=1A9vgREqwB8CWpsVg-cRN5njNjLkP8Y74&#038;ehbc=2E312F\" width=\"100%\" height=\"480\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-none\" id=\"more\"><u>More Things to Do at Denali National Park<\/u><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Become a Junior Ranger \u2013 always a fun way to learn about the park. It\u2019s great for kids, and most of the time they don\u2019t discriminate against adults. ;)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/dena\/planyourvisit\/fishing.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Fishing<\/a>&nbsp;\u2013 although it\u2019s not a super popular fishing spot because of the glacial silt, you can fish at Wonder lake and a few clear streams that flow into Savage River.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/links\/7827525\/type\/dlg\/https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Attraction_Review-g143022-d10137343-Reviews-Denali_Park_Zipline-Denali_National_Park_and_Preserve_Alaska.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Ziplining<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-junior-ranger.jpg\" alt=\"Becoming a Denali National Park Junior Ranger\" class=\"wp-image-48979\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-junior-ranger.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-junior-ranger-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-junior-ranger-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-junior-ranger-728x485.jpg 728w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-junior-ranger-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-junior-ranger-610x407.jpg 610w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-junior-ranger-878x585.jpg 878w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-junior-ranger-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-junior-ranger.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-none\" id=\"views\"><u>Best Overlooks and Views in Denali<\/u><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>9 Mile Marker \u2013 first view of Denali view (you can access with your own car)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>10.6 Mile Marker \u2013 both Denali peaks are visible<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>13 Mile Marker \u2013 Mountain Vista Trailhead. See Denali on clear days.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>16 Mile Marker \u2013 Primrose Ridge \u2013 you can see Denali, wildflowers, &amp; wildlife<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>30 Mile Marker \u2013 Teklanika River Bridge<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>46 Mile Marker \u2013 Polychrome \u2013 colorful mountains (watch for grizzlies, moose, caribou)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&nbsp;53.1 Mile Marker \u2013 Toklat River \u2013 caribou and other wildlife<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>61.95 Mile Marker \u2013 Stony Hill Overlook \u2013 one of the best views of Denali<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>66 Mile Marker \u2013 Eielson Visitor Center \u2013 33 miles from Summit of Denali<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>85 Mile Marker \u2013 Wonder Lake \u2013 moose here at dusk and dawn<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-none\" id=\"trails\"><u>Denali Hiking Trails<\/u><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/alltrails.pxf.io\/Y9XVEO\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Horseshoe Lake Trail<\/a>&nbsp;(2.1 mi loop, 393 ft \u25b3, easy) \u2013 look for moose<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/alltrails.pxf.io\/m5L49D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Mt Healy Overlook Trail<\/a>&nbsp;(4.3 mi roundtrip, 1666 ft \u25b3, moderate) \u2013 a lot of exposed trail<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Savage River Area\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/alltrails.pxf.io\/QyaYVY\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">River Loop Trail<\/a>&nbsp;(2.1 mi loop, 413 ft \u25b3, easy)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/alltrails.pxf.io\/q4QWrn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Savage Alpine Trail<\/a>&nbsp;(8.2 mi roundtrip, 1414 ft \u25b3, strenuous)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eielson Visitor Center Area\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/alltrails.pxf.io\/g1mRy5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Tundra Loop<\/a>&nbsp;(0.4 mi, 52 ft, easy)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/alltrails.pxf.io\/XYg4z5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Thorofare Ridge Trail<\/a>&nbsp;(2.1 mi roundtrip, 1020 ft, strenuous)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/alltrails.pxf.io\/21oRnD\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Gorge Creek Trail<\/a>&nbsp;(3.8 mi roundtrip, 1095 ft, moderate)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/alltrails.pxf.io\/y2aZGD\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Triple Lakes Trail<\/a>\u00a0(18.5 mi round trip, 3690 ft, strenuous) \u2013 the one we did. It\u2019s the longest established trail where you see three lakes, blueberry patches, bears, waterfowl, beavers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/alltrails.pxf.io\/75EX33\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Rock Creek Trail<\/a>&nbsp;(4.4 mi, 944 ft, moderate)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/alltrails.pxf.io\/q4QWen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">McKinley Station Trail<\/a> \u2013 easy, 3.2 mi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/dena\/planyourvisit\/dayhiking.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">this page<\/a>&nbsp;for a complete list of day hikes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-hikes.jpg\" alt=\"Denali National Park Hikes\" class=\"wp-image-51396\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.5;width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-hikes.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-hikes-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-hikes-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-hikes-728x485.jpg 728w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-hikes-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-hikes-610x407.jpg 610w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-hikes-878x585.jpg 878w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-hikes-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-national-park-hikes.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: NPS<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"eat\"><u>Where to Eat<\/u><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you spend all day in the park or do the guided tours, bring food with you. We opted to get the sack lunches from the Gold Rush Dining Room (if you do this, you need to order your lunch the day before). By evening, we were so exhausted, we stayed close to home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.denaliparkvillage.com\/dining\/denali-dining-experience\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Gold Rush Dining Room<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 We had most our meals here since we stayed at Denali Park Village. They have different menus for lunch and dinner. Our favorite dish was the Pan Seared Alaskan Halibut (we recommend you order it medium if you do get it).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.denaliparkvillage.com\/dining\/denali-dining-experience\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Lucky Miss Saloon<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 It\u2019s attached to Gold Rush Dining Room. They open until 11pm so it\u2019s a great option after being out all day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yelp.com\/biz\/denali-thai-food-denali-national-park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Denali Thai Food<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 Some of the best Thai food we\u2019ve had anywhere. I know.. it\u2019s a shocker, and we didn\u2019t believe people until we tried it ourselves. They outdoor seating at the food cart, but we brought it back to our room to hide from the mosquitos.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.denaliparkvillage.com\/dining\/denali-dining-experience\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong>Cabin Night Dinner Theater<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;\u2013 Family-style buffet dinner. They do move you through dinner first so they can get to the show.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1620\" src=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-restaurants.jpg\" alt=\"Denali Restaurants, What to Do in the Area, Where to Stay, Tips for Your Visit\" class=\"wp-image-51393\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-restaurants.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-restaurants-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-restaurants-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-restaurants-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-restaurants-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-restaurants-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-restaurants-610x915.jpg 610w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-restaurants-390x585.jpg 390w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-restaurants-260x390.jpg 260w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"stay\"><u>Where to Stay &#8211; Denali Park Village<\/u><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.denaliparkvillage.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Denali Park Village<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;was the perfect home base during our stay in Alaska. You can choose between&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.denaliparkvillage.com\/lodging\/the-lodge\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Lodge<\/a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.denaliparkvillage.com\/lodging\/the-cabins\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cabins<\/a>. Either way, you have easy access to all of the grounds and its amenities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The main Lodge has beautiful views of the river, an indoor fireplace, a shop, and restaurants. It\u2019s where you will meet for any tour pickups and they also provide a free shuttle to the National Park. You can also hang out at the Miner\u2019s Plaza, which has a general store, Cabin Nite Dinner Theater, and outdoor stage, a museum, shops and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full margin-none\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/hotels-at-denali-national-park.jpg\" alt=\"Denali Park Village + Hotels at Denali National Park\" class=\"wp-image-51377\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/hotels-at-denali-national-park.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/hotels-at-denali-national-park-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/hotels-at-denali-national-park-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/hotels-at-denali-national-park-728x485.jpg 728w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/hotels-at-denali-national-park-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/hotels-at-denali-national-park-610x407.jpg 610w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/hotels-at-denali-national-park-878x585.jpg 878w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/hotels-at-denali-national-park-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/hotels-at-denali-national-park.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:8px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1620\" data-id=\"51378\" src=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-park-village.jpg\" alt=\"Denali Park Village + Where to Stay in Denali National Park\" class=\"wp-image-51378\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-park-village.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-park-village-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-park-village-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-park-village-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-park-village-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-park-village-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-park-village-610x915.jpg 610w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-park-village-390x585.jpg 390w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-park-village-260x390.jpg 260w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1620\" data-id=\"51379\" src=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/lodging-at-denali-national-park.jpg\" alt=\"Lodging at Denali National Park\" class=\"wp-image-51379\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/lodging-at-denali-national-park.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/lodging-at-denali-national-park-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/lodging-at-denali-national-park-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/lodging-at-denali-national-park-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/lodging-at-denali-national-park-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/lodging-at-denali-national-park-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/lodging-at-denali-national-park-610x915.jpg 610w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/lodging-at-denali-national-park-390x585.jpg 390w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/lodging-at-denali-national-park-260x390.jpg 260w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"720\" data-id=\"51376\" src=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/lodging-in-denali-national-park.jpg\" alt=\"Lodging in Denali National Park\" class=\"wp-image-51376\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/lodging-in-denali-national-park.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/lodging-in-denali-national-park-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/lodging-in-denali-national-park-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/lodging-in-denali-national-park-728x485.jpg 728w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/lodging-in-denali-national-park-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/lodging-in-denali-national-park-610x407.jpg 610w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/lodging-in-denali-national-park-878x585.jpg 878w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/lodging-in-denali-national-park-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/lodging-in-denali-national-park.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>For more options, check the map below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/embed\/gm?aid=5fb572830099f500178b7a5a&#038;address=Denali National Park, Alaska&#038;checkin=&#038;markerimage=https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/huedhbm8g\/image\/upload\/v1606334176\/temp\/5fb83b5143166b0017609095-1606334176.png&#038;maincolor=6A5A97\" id=\"stay22-widget\" width=\"100%\" height=\"460\" frameborder=\"0\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"camp\"><u>Camping in Denali National Park<\/u><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking to camp in Denali National Park, you can make\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.reservedenali.com\/camping\/campground-information\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">reservations online<\/a>\u00a0as early as December 1 of the year before your visit. Campground fees will be between $25.25-49.25\/night and is free in the winter (late Sept to early May)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Riley Creek Campground (Mile 0.25, Year-round) \u2013 RVs and tent camping<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Savage River Campground (Mile 14, mid-May to mid-Sept) \u2013 RVs and tent camping<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sanctuary River Campground (Mile 22, May 20 \u2013 mid Sept) \u2013 tents only<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Teklanika River Campground (Mile 29, May 20 \u2013 mid Sept) \u2013 RVs and tent camping<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Igloo Creek Campground (Mile 35, May 20 \u2013 mid Sept) \u2013 tents only<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wonder Lake Campground (Mile 85, June 8 \u2013 mid Sept) \u2013 tents only<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>More Camping Info:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Check in &amp; checking out is 11am<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There are no spaces for RVs over 40\u2032 long<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>None of the campgrounds have electrical or water hookups for RVs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All campgrounds have toilets (some flush, some are vault-style)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Campgrounds all have potable water except Igloo Creek and Sanctuary River<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All campgrounds have recycling containers for aluminum cans, glass, plastic jugs and bottles (#1 and #2, and plastic containers (#5)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pets are allowed on campground roads and Park Rod, but not on trails on in the wilderness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can have fires in established grates in Riley Creek, Savage River, and Teklanika River. Fires may not be used for cooking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There is a 14 night maximum in the summer season<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/dena\/planyourvisit\/campgrounds.htm#6\/63.558\/-148.502\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Click here<\/a>&nbsp;for more info on campsites<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can find&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/dena\/planyourvisit\/backcountry.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">backcountry camping info here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-none padding-none\" id=\"checklist\"><u>Planning Checklist<\/u><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns margin-none padding-none is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Get <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/go.localadventurer.com\/travel-insurance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">comprehensive insurance<\/a><\/strong> for your trip.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Download <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/best-language-apps-for-travel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">these helpful language apps<\/a>.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Find a great deal on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/embed\/gm?aid=5fb572830099f500178b7a5a&amp;address=Denali National Park, Alaska&amp;checkin=&amp;markerimage=https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/huedhbm8g\/image\/upload\/v1606334176\/temp\/5fb83b5143166b0017609095-1606334176.png&amp;maincolor=6A5A97\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Denali hotels<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Arrange a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/go.localadventurer.com\/las-vegas-rental-car\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">rental car<\/a><\/strong> for your trip.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/denali-national-park-and-preserve-l32461\/?partner_id=5M7ZNDX&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Book a tour<\/a><\/strong> for your visit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/go.localadventurer.com\/priority-pass\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">airport lounge access<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Buy a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/go.localadventurer.com\/portable-charger\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">travel charger<\/a><\/strong> to keep your devices charged.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get a new <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/best-travel-backpack\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">backpack<\/a><\/strong> for your trip.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Buy a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/159485713X\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=localadventurer-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=159485713X&amp;linkId=f8f82dc6a09d5fccfbaa5dfe1099fd3e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Denali travel guide<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pack the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/best-travel-shoes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">appropriate shoes<\/a><\/strong> for your trip.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don&#8217;t forget your <strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/carry-on-essentials\/\" target=\"_blank\">in-flight essentials<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Save money on attractions with <strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/go.localadventurer.com\/go-city-las-vegas\" target=\"_blank\">Go City<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-none\" id=\"resources\"><u>More Resources<\/u><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B01FEKIFAC\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=localadventurer-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B01FEKIFAC&amp;linkId=3a65c54ade99960aba621c933ee47307\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Denali Guide to Hiking, Photography, and Camping<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/0930931033\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=localadventurer-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=0930931033&amp;linkId=e7975aa54882de498b8397f8251bd967\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Backcountry Companion for Denali National Park<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/159485713X\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=localadventurer-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=159485713X&amp;linkId=f8f82dc6a09d5fccfbaa5dfe1099fd3e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Complete Visitors Guide to Denali, Wildlife, Outdoor Activities<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/1583559256\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=localadventurer-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=1583559256&amp;linkId=3084f1fde17afbee0bbb3aea674e0bee\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Denali National Park NatGeo Trail Map + Wildlife Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff865c;\"><strong><em>Have you been to Alaska? Any other things to do in Denali National Park that we missed?<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"pins\"><u>Did you enjoy this post? Pin it for later<\/u><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-7 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1620\" data-id=\"51386\" src=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/things-to-do-in-denali-national-park.jpg\" alt=\"17 Unforgettable Things to Do in Denali National Park Alaska\" class=\"wp-image-51386\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/things-to-do-in-denali-national-park.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/things-to-do-in-denali-national-park-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/things-to-do-in-denali-national-park-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/things-to-do-in-denali-national-park-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/things-to-do-in-denali-national-park-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/things-to-do-in-denali-national-park-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/things-to-do-in-denali-national-park-610x915.jpg 610w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/things-to-do-in-denali-national-park-390x585.jpg 390w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/things-to-do-in-denali-national-park-260x390.jpg 260w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1620\" data-id=\"48962\" src=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-flightseeing-tours.jpg\" alt=\"Denali Flightseeing Tours + 17 Incredible Things to Do in Denali National Park\" class=\"wp-image-48962\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-flightseeing-tours.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-flightseeing-tours-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-flightseeing-tours-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-flightseeing-tours-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-flightseeing-tours-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-flightseeing-tours-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-flightseeing-tours-610x915.jpg 610w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-flightseeing-tours-390x585.jpg 390w, https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/denali-flightseeing-tours-260x390.jpg 260w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f0f0f0\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">SEE MORE NATIONAL PARK GUIDES<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">\u27e1\u27e1\u27e1\u27e1\u27e1<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/things-to-do-in-acadia-national-park\/\" target=\"_blank\">ACADIA<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/things-to-do-in-arches-national-park-utah\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ARCHES<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/things-to-do-in-badlands-national-park-south-dakota\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BADLANDS<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/things-to-do-in-big-bend-national-park\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">BIG BEND<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/things-to-do-in-the-black-canyon-of-the-gunnison-national-park\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">BLACK CANYON GUNNISON<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/things-to-do-in-bryce-canyon-national-park\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">BRYCE CANYON<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/things-to-do-in-congaree-national-park-sc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">CONGAREE<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/crater-lake-national-park-oregon\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">CRATER LAKE<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/things-to-do-in-death-valley-national-park\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">DEATH VALLEY<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/things-to-do-in-denali-national-park\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">DENALI<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/localadventurer.com\/things-to-do-in-glacier-national-park-montana\/\">GLACIER<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a 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