Denali National Park
Home to Denali, North America's tallest peak, and six million acres of untouched wilderness - grizzly bears, caribou, moose, and wolves roam free across the park.
Highlights
A single 92-mile road is the only way in by vehicle, keeping the park wild and the wildlife viewing exceptional.
Wildlife Viewing
Park shuttle buses travel deep into Denali, offering some of the best chances in Alaska to spot grizzly bears, caribou, Dall sheep, and wolves in the wild.
The Mountain
At over 20,000 feet, Denali is North America's tallest peak - visible on clear days from the park road and surrounding lodges.
Cruise Tour Add-On
A popular way to see Denali: pair an Alaska cruise with a land tour, often via scenic domed railcar from the coast into the interior.
Prospector's Pizzeria & Alehouse
Wood stone-fired pizza with local toppings like elk, salmon, reindeer, or Alaskan king crab, plus a serious beer list.
Karstens Public House
Inside McKinley Chalet Resort, named for the man who helped lead the first expedition to summit Denali - craft brews and Alaska comfort food.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Denali?
Denali is the tallest mountain in North America at 20,310 feet, and also the name of the six-million-acre national park that surrounds it in central Alaska.
Where is Denali located?
Denali is in central Alaska, about 238 miles north of Anchorage and 125 miles south of Fairbanks, reached via the George Parks Highway.
What state is Denali in?
Alaska. Denali National Park sits in the state's interior, roughly halfway between Anchorage and Fairbanks.
Why is Denali famous?
At 20,310 feet, it's the tallest peak in North America - and the six-million-acre park around it is one of the few U.S. national parks with almost no roads, keeping its wildlife (grizzly bears, caribou, moose, wolves) genuinely wild.