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Snowcapped summer peaks. Photo by Tom Walker
 
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backcountry: closures


A typical closure sign

A typical closure sign. NPS Photo
 

There are both permanent and temporary wildlife closures every year in Denali. These areas are restricted to all entry and exist for the mutual protection of humans and critical wildlife species. It is your responsibility to recognize and respect the boundaries of these closures. Ask a ranger at the Backcountry Desk for recent closure information. Failure to avoid closures may result in a citation.

Reasons an area may be closed:

  • Sensitive denning habitat
  • Predator protecting a kill site
  • Wildland fires
  • Flooding or rockfall
  • Construction

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