Denali National Park is located in Alaska, USA. It lies between Fairbanks and Anchorage and is situated in the central part of the state around the Alaska Range. The park is famous for Mount Denali, the highest peak in North America, wildlife like bears and moose, and vast wilderness.
Denali National Park & Preserve Location Map, Denali/Healy, Alaska
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Top Attractions Inside Denali National Park
- Mount Denali (North America’s tallest peak) – Towering 20,310 ft peak that dominates the skyline — the ultimate backdrop and goal of many park visits.
- Eielson Visitor Center (Mile 66) – Scenic overlook with interpretive exhibits, ranger programs and one of the best accessible viewpoints of the Alaska Range.
- Stony Hill Overlook – Panoramic vista of tundra and mountains; on clear days you may get sweeping views of Denali itself.
- Wonder Lake – Remote glacial lake offering surreal reflections of Denali and peaceful wilderness ambience (when accessible).
- Savage River Area & Loop Trail – Easily accessible region near park entrance with mellow hikes, river views and first encounters with wildlife and wilderness.
- Hiking Trails (e.g. Mount Healy Overlook Trail, Horseshoe Lake Trail) – Trails ranging from easy to strenuous that offer forest, river, valley or alpine‑ridge experiences — ideal for glimpses of Denali, rivers and wildlife.
- Wildlife Viewing – Vast taiga and tundra habitats provide chances to see moose, caribou, Dall sheep, bears, foxes, and many bird species.
- Backcountry & Wilderness Access (e.g. to areas like the Ruth Glacier region) – For adventurous visitors: glaciers, alpine ridges, and raw wild landscapes that reveal the park’s remote grandeur.
Denali National Park & Preserve Facts
| Official Name | Denali National Park & Preserve |
| Location | Denali Borough / Interior Alaska — near Healy, Alaska, USA |
| Latitude & Longitude | ≈ 63.1148° N, 151.1926° W (approximate central-park reference) |
| Total Area | 6,075,030 acres (≈ 24,612 km²) — includes both park & preserve lands |
| Established / Opened | February 26, 1917 |
| Managed By | United States National Park Service (NPS) |
| Region | Alaska Range / Interior Alaska |
| Address | Denali National Park & Preserve Headquarters, PO Box 9, Denali Park, AK 99755, USA |
| Zip Code | 99755 |
| Area Code | 907 |
| Currency | United States Dollar (USD, $) |
| Time Zone | Alaska Time (AKT) – UTC−9 Standard / UTC−8 Daylight Saving |
| Theme / Concept | Subarctic wilderness, tundra & boreal forest, Alaska Range mountains, glacier-fed rivers, wildlife & ecological preservation |
| Main Sections / Zones | Denali Park Road corridor, Wilderness backcountry, Preserve lands, Mount Denali massif area, visitor centers & campgrounds |
| Famous Attractions | Denali (Mount McKinley) (highest peak in North America), tundra & taiga wilderness, wildlife (grizzlies, wolves, moose), sled-dog kennels, scenic drives & hiking |
| Annual Visitors | 500,000–600,000 visitors (varies by year) |
| Entry Fee Type | Paid Vehicle / Park Entrance Fee |
| Ticket Price Range | $15 per individual foot/rail/bus entry; $30 per private vehicle (valid for 7 days) — fees may change |
| Ticket Options | Vehicle pass, individual pass (walk-in / bike / bus), annual national parks pass, guided tours & shuttle bus passes |
| Best Time to Visit | June–September for accessible roads, wildlife viewing, hiking, and clearer weather; shoulder seasons (May, October) for fewer crowds & winter-transition scenery |
| Nearby Airport | Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) – 120 miles (193 km) OR Anchorage International Airport (ANC) – 240 miles (386 km) |
| Transportation | Shuttle buses / park buses (private vehicles limited on main Park Road), hiking trails, guided tours, seasonal flights (air taxi) to remote spots |
| Official Website | https://www.nps.gov/dena/index.htm |
Distances from Denali National Park & Preserve to Nearby Landmarks
- Denali Visitor Center – 0 km (0 mi)
- Park Road Entrance – 2 km (1.2 mi)
- Mount Denali Viewpoint – 30 km (18.6 mi)
- Wonder Lake – 145 km (90 mi)
- Savage River – 20 km (12.4 mi)
- Teklanika River – 45 km (28 mi)
- Polychrome Overlook – 120 km (74.6 mi)
- Stony Dome – 60 km (37 mi)
- Morino Glacier – 110 km (68.3 mi)
- Eielson Visitor Center – 95 km (59 mi)
- Denali Park Headquarters – 3 km (1.9 mi)
- Toklat River – 80 km (49.7 mi)
- Wonder Lake Campground – 145 km (90 mi)
- Byers Lake – 15 km (9.3 mi)
- Mount Margaret – 70 km (43.5 mi)
- Susitna River Viewpoint – 200 km (124 mi)
- Healy, AK – 35 km (21.7 mi)
- Parks Highway Junction (Cantwell) – 50 km (31 mi)
- Alaska Railroad Stop – 45 km (28 mi)
- Denali National Park Wilderness Access Point – 5 km (3.1 mi)
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