Denali Highway

Denali Highway

by | Jun 1, 2024 | Communities

Denali Highway The Denali Highway opened in 1957, and was the first road access to Denali National Park. This gravel highway is 135 miles long, which makes for a unique travel experience. Because the road is gravel, recommended travel speed is 30 mph. Make sure you...
Cantwell

Cantwell

by | Jun 1, 2024 | Communities

Cantwell History The community of Cantwell is the southernmost town in the Denali Borough. It is near to Denali, at a short 25 minute drive, so don’t be afraid to experience this neighboring community. Cantwell is located at the north end of Broad Pass and is well...
Carlo Creek

Carlo Creek

by | Jun 1, 2024 | Communities

Carlo Creek The Carlo Creek of today grew from the homestead of the Stoepler family, begun in the late 1950’s. The 12-acre original property grew to hold 10 cabins, which were handcrafted by the family. Built out of predominately Alaskan black spruce, these cabins...
Mckinley Park Village

Mckinley Park Village

by | Jun 1, 2024 | Communities

Mckinley Park Village The area known as McKinley Park Village is 8 miles south of the entrance to Denali National Park, borders park lands directly, with the Nenana River acting as a natural divide. In 1958 the Denali Highway was completed, providing the first road...
Denali Park Canyon

Denali Park Canyon

by | May 29, 2024 | Communities

Denali Park Canyon The Denali Park Canyon begins approximately 1 mile north of the entrance to Denali National Park, extends another 7 miles, following the Nenana River. The first mile serves as the main tourism hub for visitors as a large number of services, tour...