What is there to do at Mt McKinley?
Mt. McKinley Lodge-based activities abound. Guests can enjoy nature hikes, rafting, and wagon rides. A few minutes away are opportunities for flightseeing, horseback riding, or river rafting.
What is in Denali?
Top Attractions in Denali National Park and Preserve
- Husky Homestead. 1,879. Nature & Wildlife Areas.
- Denali. 2,846. Mountains.
- Denali Visitor Center. 1,547. Visitor Centers.
- Eielson Visitor Center. 419. Visitor Centers.
- Park Road. 1,244. Biking Trails • Scenic Drives.
- Horseshoe Lake Trail. 143.
- Mt. Healy Overlook Trail.
- Wonder Lake. 300.
Is Denali worth visiting?
57% of travelers to Denali National Park say it is worth it. 90% of those people recommend Denali to rent a car and jump on a shuttle bus. However, among the ones who do not recommend Denali National Park, 80% say that Denali is not worth it for a family trip.
How many days do you need for Denali?
Two Nights, Three Days in Denali. Located far from any airport or large city, Denali is a wilderness park. Reaching the park can take several hours (or even most of a day), so we recommend that you plan a minimum itinerary of 2 nights in the area, which gives you one full day and part of two others.
What is the best time of year to visit Denali National Park?
For a visitor to Denali, the summer is when most services and activities are possible, and is when access into the park is easiest. The “core” season runs June 8 – mid-September each year, with some bus options available both before and after those dates.
Do you need a car in Denali?
A car isn’t really a necessity once you arrive in Denali, however, so consider taking the train right to the park entrance instead. Alaska Railroad’s “Denali Star” connects the park to Anchorage and Fairbanks, and makes a stop right at the entrance of Denali during the summer season (mid-May through mid-September).
How far is it from Anchorage to Denali?
North of Anchorage: Talkeetna, Denali, Fairbanks
| Trip | Distance (Miles) | Car |
|---|---|---|
| Anchorage to Denali | 265 | 4-5 hrs |
| Fairbanks to Denali | 120 | 2 – 3 hrs |
| Denali to Talkeetna | 150 | 2 – 3 hrs |
| Anchorage to Palmer | 43 | 1 hr |
Is Anchorage or Juneau better to visit?
Anchorage is your best bet, as far as job opportunities go. It’s also the best place to live if you want to do any travelling, due to access to the AK Railroad, airport (Juneau gets weathered in a lot), road system and AK Marine Highway System (state run ferry system).
How much is the train from Anchorage to Denali?
Anchorage to Denali costs around $171 in Adventure class or $314 in Goldstar class. In the private high-level dome cars it costs around $189 for Wilderness Express or $218 for McKinley Explorer.
What is the best month to travel to Alaska?
The best time to visit Alaska is between mid-June and mid-September. The warmer weather and long days make this a particularly pleasant time of year, with temperatures in the cool-but-comfortable range of 60-67°F.
What is the coldest month in Alaska?
January
Does it rain a lot in Alaska?
While Alaska is one of the drier states overall, in Ketchikan you’re looking at an average annual rainfall of between 140 and 160 inches per year. Precipitation comes fairly evenly throughout the year, with more during the fall and winter months.