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Denali National Park and Preserve

Open Time : 9:00 A.M to 5:30 P.M

Entry : paid

Address : Denali National Park and Preserve, Parks Highway, Denali National Park and Preserve, AK, USA

Website : https://www.nps.gov/dena/planyourvisit/index.htm

Why to visit Denali National Park and Preserve

Mount McKinley, commonly known as Denali, which means "The Great One," is most notable for being located within Denali National Park and Preserve. Mount McKinley is the tallest peak in North America, rising 20,320 feet. Since there is only one route in the park, which is bigger than the state of Massachusetts, it is ideal for backcountry excursions.

Places to visit near Denali National Park and Preserve

  • Wild about Denali
  • Sled Dog Demonstration
  • Park road
  • Dog gone it

Places to eat near Denali National Park and Preserve

  • The Perch Restaurant and Bar
  • Lynx Creek Pizza & Pub
  • Panorama Pizza Pub
  • Totem-Inn

 How to reach

The following transit lines have routes that pass near the Denali Group

  • Bus: 20
  • The closest airport to Denali is Fairbanks International Airport (FAI)

Timings

It is open from 9:30 AM–5:00 PM

Entry fees

Individual entrance fee cost $15 

FAQ on Denali National Park and Preserve

What is the best month to visit Denali National Park?

With temperatures averaging in the mid-sixties and lengthy periods of sunlight, June and July are ideal months.

How many days do you need to see Denali National Park?

Two to three days are the recommended amount of time to spend at Denali National Park. You'll have plenty of time to experience everything the Denali region has to offer if you have at least two days.

Is Denali a hard hike?

Despite being the third-highest of the seven summits, climbing Denali is one of the most difficult.

What are the dangers of Denali?

While falling accounts for 45% of all fatalities in Denali, many more are brought on by unexplained illnesses. Acute mountain sickness, hyperthermia, hypoxia, and hypothermia are a few of the common ailments that climbers encounter.

Special Tip

It's also a good idea to include quick-drying undergarments, at least one long-sleeved shirt, a thick winter hat, waterproof gloves, and a fleece jacket. In the summer, be ready for temperatures ranging from 30° to 80° F (-1° to 27° C).

By Hammad Warsi

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