Where do you fly into for Denali National Park?

Fairbanks International Airport
The closest airport to Denali is Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) located 125 miles northeast of the national park. The largest and busiest airport in Alaska is Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, about 245 miles south of Denali.

Do you need a car to visit Denali National Park?

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 long is the train ride from Anchorage to Denali National Park?

8 hours
Denali National Park. The train takes 8 hours from Anchorage to Denali, and 4 hours from Fairbanks.

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.

How many days do you need 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.

Is Denali closer to Anchorage or Fairbanks?

Fairbanks is significantly closer to Denali, but Anchorage has far more service, and is closer to the other more visited parks in the state.

Is the Denali bus tour worth it?

The Tour bus is the only way into the heart of Denali National Park, beyond the first few miles. It is a long, all day trip, lasting 8-12 hours, depending on where your last stop is. The trip is totally worth it and the drivers are super cool, patient and knowledgeable!

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

Three Days
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.

Can you see Denali from the train?

On a clear day, passengers enjoy spectacular views of the train’s namesake mountain: Denali, the tallest peak in North America. Onboard services: GoldStar Service or Adventure Class.

What is best tour of Denali National Park?

15 Best Denali National Park Tours

1. Denali North Face Flight Expedition.
2. Flight to/from Denali National Park.
3. Denali to Anchorage Railroad.
4. Denali Highway Jeep Excursion.
5. Alaska: Denali National Park Self-Guide Jeep Adventure.
6. Denali National Park Winter Experience.
7. Denali National Park Zipline Adventure.

Is it safe to hike in Denali?

Most of Denali is trail-less, and long hikes are often on a route of your own choosing. If you are hiking up a rocky hill or mountain, be careful of your footing. More people die from falls than any other cause in the park. You should always hike with at least one other person.

What are the closest cities to Denali National Park?

Fairbanks would be the closest about 2hrs or so and Anchorage would be next at about 5hrs drive. 2. Re: Closest Airport to Denali National Park? If you modify your concept of airport from International to gravel or bush or commuter airport, then you have the ability to land right at the entrance to Denali Park.

How do you get to Denali National Park from Anchorage?

From Anchorage there are four main ways to get to Denali National Park: If you want maximum flexibility, rent a car in Anchorage. It is five hours from the city to the park entrance, with most of the accommodations just one mile farther up the highway along the Nenana River .

What is the best way to visit Denali?

Although you can visit Denali by staying outside the park and taking a day tour, you will not see nearly as much as you do by staying at North Face Lodge. You must be in the park for at least a few days to have a good chance of seeing Mt. McKinley and all the wildlife. North Face Lodge is the best way to do this.

How long should I spend in Denali?

3 Days in Denali: Good for the soul. Three days will get you deep into the heart of Denali National Park in a way that is much more enriching than a quick day visit. You’ll have time—and space—to soak in the grandeur and the vastness of Alaska’s most iconic national park. Three days in Denali is just good for the soul!