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Best trails in Denali National Park

Best trails in Denali National Park

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United States
#26 of 60 national parks

Denali National Park features the highest mountain in North America. Forests, tundra, and glaciers cover the 6 million acres. Visitors can experience dog sledding, cross-country skiing, backpacking, and camping. Denali is open year-round, though facilities and services are more limited in winter than in summer.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest trail in Denali National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Denali National Park is Mount Denali: West Buttress. This trail is estimated to be 33.6 mi long.

Are there camping trails available in Denali National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 3 camping trails in Denali National Park and the most popular is Mount Denali: West Buttress with an average 4.2 star rating from 19 community reviews.

Are there running trails available in Denali National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 9 running trails in Denali National Park and the most popular is Horseshoe Lake Trail with an average 4.7 star rating from 5,087 community reviews.

Are there biking trails available in Denali National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 biking trail in Denali National Park which is Wickersham Dome Loop [CLOSED] with an average 4.7 star rating from 22 community reviews.

What are the best summer hikes in Denali National Park?

What are the best fall hikes in Denali National Park?

What are the best winter hikes in Denali National Park?

What are the best spring hikes in Denali National Park?

Some popular spring hiking trails in Denali National Park are Horseshoe Lake Trail, Mount Healy Overlook Trail, Savage Alpine Trail, Mountain Vista Trail, and Savage River Loop.

Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Denali National Park?

Yes, there are 4 trails with scenic mountain peak views in Denali National Park, including Mount Healy Overlook Trail, Bison Gulch to Denali Visitors Center, Mount Denali: West Buttress, and Mount Denali: North Summit.

Are there any trails with rivers in Denali National Park?

Yes, there are 5 trails with rivers in Denali National Park, including Savage Alpine Trail, Savage River Loop, Camp Ridge Trail [CLOSED], Wickersham Dome Loop [CLOSED], and Sheep Mountain [CLOSED].

Are there any trails with glaciers in Denali National Park?

Yes, there are 2 trails with glaciers in Denali National Park, including Mount Denali: West Buttress and Mount Denali: North Summit.

Are there any trails with streams in Denali National Park?

Yes, there are 4 trails with streams in Denali National Park, including Triple Lakes Trail: South to North, McKinley Station Trail, Triple Lakes Trail: North to South, and Riley Creek Trail.

Are there any trails with lakes in Denali National Park?

Yes, there are 3 trails with lakes in Denali National Park, including Horseshoe Lake Trail, Taiga Loop and Horseshoe Lake Trail to Beaver Dam, and Blueberry Hill Trail [CLOSED].

Are there any trails with picnic areas in Denali National Park?

Yes, there are 2 trails with picnic areas in Denali National Park, including Riley Creek Trail and Sheep Mountain [CLOSED].