Travel & vacation information for Denali National Park Alaska

Wild and primitive Denali National Park encompasses about 9500 square miles (approximately 6 million acres). Though it derives its name from the native name for the tallest mountain in North America, Mount McKinley (Denali, "the high one"), it also includes Mt. Foraker at 17,400 feet and Mt. Silverthrone at 13,220 feet.

Many glaciers originate on the slope of the Alaska range, Muldrow being one of the largest, reaches close to the park road and is visible from several locations.

Some 175 species of birds and 40 species of animals call Denali National Park home. Grizzly bear, moose, wolves, Dall sheep and caribou are seen frequently on our Park bus as it takes you deep into the park.

Camping in Denali National Park is also popular with many choices of campgrounds or more remote wilderness areas perfect for the adventurous backpacker looking to get away from it all. 

The Park is located about 240 miles north of Anchorage and 120 mile south of Fairbanks on the George Parks Highway. Multiple transportation options are available from both cities; No Alaska vacation would be complete without a trip to Denali National Park.

Denali National Park Lodging

Choose from luxury lodging accommodations deep within Denali National Park more modest but no less comfortable cabins near the park entrance.Learn More

Denali National Park Narrated Bus Trip

Go beyond the standard park tour and venture to Kantishna, deep inside Denali National Park. This full-day narrated bus trip explores the entire 95-mile Park Road.Learn More

Denali National Park Vacation Tour Activities

The highlight of any Alaska vacation is a trip to America's crown jewel of the National Park system - Denali National Park!Learn More

Denali National Park Map

Plan your trip into Denali National Park with this Denali National Park map courtesy of the National Park Service.Learn More