May 24, 2009
Search Will Continue Monday Morning
In the ongoing search for missing climber Dr. Gerald Myers, aerial spotters on board two U.S. Army Chinook helicopters were unable to view elevations above 17,000 feet on Sunday, May 24.
May 23, 2009
Mount McKinley Search Continues
The search continued on Saturday for Dr. Gerald Myers, a climber who has not been seen or heard from since his solo summit bid on Mt. McKinley earlier in the week. Favorable flying conditions in the Alaska Range permitted more extensive aerial searching and photo-documentation of zones previously obscured by clouds.
May 22, 2009
Search Continues for Missing Climber
Aerial searchers on Mt. McKinley discovered no new leads today as to the whereabouts of missing solo climber Dr. Gerald Myers.
May 21, 2009
Search Underway for Missing Climber on Mt. McKinley
An initial aerial search for an overdue climber on Mt. McKinley was flown on the morning of Thursday, May 21 by an Air National Guard HC-130 Hercules aircraft. There were no initial sightings of the solo climber, although considerable cloud cover and high winds at upper elevations greatly limited the search.
May 19, 2009
Denali National Park and Preserve Announces 2009 Artists-in-Residence, including first Writer-in-Residence
Four artists, including John Morgan, an award winning Fairbanks author, will be participating in this year’s Artist-in-Residence program at Denali National Park and Preserve.
May 11, 2009
Denali Park Road Lottery Entry Period Changes in 2009 to June 1-30. Online Entry Available in June 2009.
The 2009 annual road lottery in Denali National Park and Preserve is taking place on September 18, 19, 20, and 21 (Friday through Monday), weather permitting.
May 08, 2009
Climber Dies Above Windy Corner
A client on a guided expedition collapsed and died of apparently natural causes on Thursday, May 7 while ascending the West Buttress of Mt. McKinley.
May 04, 2009
All Areas of Denali National Park and Preserve 1980 Additions Closed to Snowmobile Use Due to Inadequate Snow Cover & Cantwell Area Trails Temporarily Closed to ORV Use as of May 4, 2009
Due to the deterioration of the snowpack, Denali National Park and Preserve Acting Superintendent Philip Hooge has determined that there is no longer adequate snow cover for the use of snowmobiles for traditional activities in the 1980 additions to Denali National Park and Preserve on both sides of the Alaska Range.
April 23, 2009
Denali Park Road to Open to Mile 30 on Friday, April 24
Mild spring weather has facilitated the efforts of the National Park Service road crew and other park employees to open the road and park facilities to park visitors. The portion of the Denali Park Road between the Savage River (Mile 15) and the Teklanika River Rest Area at Mile 30 will open for travel by private vehicles at 8:00 a.m. on Friday, April 24, weather permitting. Visitors are encouraged to call ahead for updated road and weather conditions before driving to the park.
April 18, 2009
Denali Subsistence Resource Commission Meeting Rescheduled for April 30, 2009
The Denali Subsistence Resource Commission meeting that was to take place in February 2009 has been rescheduled for Thursday, April 30.
April 16, 2009
Northern Areas of Denali National Park and Preserve Closed to Snowmobile Use Due to Inadequate Snow Cover Effective April 16, 2009
Due to longer days, and warming temperatures, Denali National Park and Preserve Superintendent Paul Anderson has determined that there is no longer adequate snow cover for the use of snowmobiles for traditional activities in the 1980 additions to Denali National Park and Preserve that are north of the Alaska Range.
April 13, 2009
Upper Susitna Communities Celebrate Earth Day on April 18th, 2009!
The public is invited to participate in the activities and presentations being offered for the ninth annual Upper Susitna Earth Day Celebration.
April 09, 2009
Research Fellows Selected for 2009 - Murie Science and Learning Center Expands Fellowships to Additional Parks
The Murie Science and Learning Center (MSLC) has selected seven research fellows for 2009.
April 09, 2009
Denali Park Road to Open to Savage River on Saturday, April 11
A sure sign of spring in Denali National Park and Preserve is the opening of the park road beyond park headquarters. Weather conditions permitting, the road will open at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 11 so that park visitors can drive as far as the Savage River (Mile 15).
March 30, 2009
Denali Overflights Advisory Council Meeting in Fairbanks
The fifth meeting of the Denali National Park Aircraft Overflights Advisory Council will take place on Tuesday April 7, 2009 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the National Park Service Fairbanks Administrative Center located at 4175 Geist Road. Individuals can also participate by videoconference from the Talkeetna Ranger Station located at 22241 South B Street in downtown Talkeetna.
March 13, 2009
Road Crews Begin Plowing Denali Park Road
On Monday, March 16 the National Park Service road crew will begin the annual operations to clear and prepare the Denali Park Road beyond park headquarters (Mile 3) for vehicle access by park visitors.
March 12, 2009
Environmental Assessment for Replacement of Chemical Toilets in Denali National Park and Preserve Available for Public Comment
An Environmental Assessment (EA) for the replacement of the restroom facilities at the Polychrome Overlook, Teklanika Rest Stop, and Teklanika River Campground in Denali National Park and Preserve is now available for public review and comment, announced Superintendent Paul R. Anderson. The National Park Service (NPS) is proposing to remove the existing chemical toilets at these sites and replace them with non-chemical facilities.
February 09, 2009
Celebrate the Season at Winterfest 2009!
Denali National Park and Preserve, its partners, and the Denali Borough communities are inviting everyone to come celebrate all that is special about our longest season during the ninth annual Winterfest Celebration, taking place Friday, February 20 through Sunday, February 22.
January 30, 2009
Application Period for 2009 Research Fellowship Programs Extended
The National Park Service and the Murie Science and Learning Center (MSLC) have extended the application period for two research fellowships that are available to individuals wishing to conduct research in Denali National Park and Preserve and other arctic and subarctic Alaska national parks.
January 26, 2009
Ranger Hikes and Other Winter Recreation Opportunities
Park rangers at Denali National Park and Preserve invite the public to join them in exploring the park on weekend hikes this winter. The hikes will be done on snowshoes when snow conditions are favorable, and will take place on Saturdays and Sundays, beginning on Saturday, January 31, 2009. Hikers will meet at 1:00 p.m. at the Murie Science and Learning Center (MSLC), located at Mile 1.3 on the Park Road just west of the traffic circle.
December 17, 2008
Denali Park Road Vehicle Management Plan Newsletter Now Available
The National Park Service has released a newsletter with the summary of the comments received during public scoping for the Denali Park Road Vehicle Management Plan and EIS.
December 05, 2008
Teacher Scholarships Available for Summer 2009 Courses in Denali National Park and Preserve
With funding provided by Alaska Geographic, the Murie Science and Learning Center is awarding scholarships to teachers to participate in accredited trainings and seminars taking place in summer 2009 in Denali National Park and Preserve.
November 26, 2008
2009 Denali Bus and Campground Reservations Available by Phone, Internet, Mail and Fax Beginning December 1
Doyon/ARAMARK Joint Venture, the transportation concessioner for Denali National Park and Preserve, will begin accepting advance reservations for the 2009 visitor season for shuttle buses and the park’s four largest campgrounds on Monday, December 1, 2008. Reservations will be available by phone, online, mail, and fax at that time.
November 24, 2008
Aircraft Overflights Advisory Council Meeting in Anchorage
The fourth meeting of the Denali National Park Aircraft Overflights Advisory Council will take place on Thursday, December 4 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Campbell Creek Science Center located at 5600 Science Center Drive in Anchorage. The meeting is open to the public with time allocated for public testimony.
November 20, 2008
All of 1980 Additions to Denali National Park and Preserve Now Open to Snowmobiling for Traditional Activities as of November 20, 2008
Recent storms have brought additional snow to Denali National Park and Preserve and the Superintendent has determined that there is now adequate snow cover for the use of snowmobiles for traditional activities in all the 1980 additions to Denali National Park and Preserve.
November 14, 2008
Denali Subsistence, Climbing Regulations Published
New regulations regarding subsistence off-road vehicle use, backcountry use and mountaineering at Denali National Park and Preserve were published today in the Federal Register.
October 30, 2008
Applications Open for 2009 Research Fellowship Programs
The National Park Service and the Murie Science and Learning Center (MSLC) are seeking applicants for two research fellowships that are available to individuals wishing to conduct research in Denali National Park and Preserve and other arctic and subarctic Alaska national parks.
October 16, 2008
Denali Subsistence Resource Commission Meeting Rescheduled for November
The Denali Subsistence Resource Commission meeting that was to take place on Friday, October 17, 2008 in Denali National Park and Preserve has been rescheduled for Friday, November 14, 2008.
October 15, 2008
Denali National Park and Preserve Transitions to Winter, October 2008
The Denali Park Road has closed for the winter at Mile 3 (Park Headquarters).
September 25, 2008
Hunters Rescued from Chulitna River Area
In a joint effort of the Alaska State Troopers and the National Park Service, two hypothermic hunters were rescued from the banks of the Chulitna River on Saturday, September 20.
September 19, 2008
Scoping Period Extended for Denali Park Road Vehicle Management Plan EIS
The scoping period for the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) to develop and implement a plan to manage vehicles along the Denali Park Road has been extended through Wednesday, October 15, 2008, so that members of the public can express their ideas and concerns about the EIS prior to the development of the draft alternatives.
September 16, 2008
Denali Park Road Open to Mile 30 September 16th, 2008
Summer has transitioned into fall at Denali National Park and Preserve, and the change in seasons provides visitors with a unique opportunity to experience the park. The Denali Park Road is now open for travel by private vehicles to the Teklanika River Rest Stop at Mile 30, weather permitting.
August 26, 2008
Public Invited to Participate in September Scoping Meeting for Proposed Denali Park Road Rehabilitation Project at MP 80-84
The National Park Service, in cooperation with the Federal Highway Administration, is considering a project for safety improvements to the western end of the 92-mile long Denali Park Road in Denali National Park and Preserve.
August 26, 2008
Aircraft Overflights Advisory Council Meeting in Denali National Park
The third meeting of the Denali National Park Aircraft Overflights Advisory Council will take place on Sunday, September 7 from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m., and Monday,
September 8, from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. at the Murie Science and Learning Center Dining Hall located at Mile 1.3 on the Denali Park Road in Denali National Park and Preserve.
August 18, 2008
Public Invited to Participate in September Scoping Meetings for Denali Park Road Vehicle Management Plan
Denali National Park and Preserve intends to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) to develop and implement a plan to manage vehicles along the Denali Park Road.
July 08, 2008
A Second Fatal Collapse on Mt. McKinley
For the second time in one week, a mountaineer collapsed and died while climbing Mt. McKinley in Denali National Park and Preserve. Pungkas Tri Baruno, age 20, of Jakarta, Indonesia was descending the West Buttress route the night of July 7, 2008 when he collapsed approximately one quarter-mile from the 17,200-foot high camp. Baruno’s guides initiated cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and immediately called for assistance from another guided team at high camp via family band (FRS) radio. CPR was performed for over one hour, but they were unable to revive the patient.
July 07, 2008
Fatality on Mt. McKinley
A climber collapsed and died on the summit of Mt. McKinley on the evening of July 4, 2008. James Nasti, age 51, of Naperville, Illinois was a client on an Alpine Ascents International expedition that began their climb on June 20. According to the two expedition guides, Nasti exhibited no signs of distress or illness throughout the trip, and was climbing strongly immediately prior to the collapse. The guides administered cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for up to 45 minutes, but Nasti did not regain a pulse.
July 06, 2008
Aggressive Bear Shot in Denali National Park and Preserve
Denali National Park and Preserve personnel shot an aggressive black bear in a remote section of the Denali National Park additions on the night of July 4, 2008. The black bear had threatened the life and safety of three park employees in an area along the McKinley River approximately 20 miles northwest of Wonder Lake.
July 01, 2008
National Park Service Advises Wildland Fire Prevention Over Fourth of July Holiday
Denali National Park and Preserve officials are asking visitors to be especially cautious with fire over the upcoming holiday period. Campfires are permitted in the fire grates in some of the park’s campgrounds but please ensure that campfires are completely extinguished after use.
June 25, 2008
Denali National Park and Preserve's New Eielson Visitor Center, LEEDing the Way
After three years of planning and design by a team of architects, engineers, and Denali National Park staff, and three more years of construction, the new Eielson Visitor Center opened to the public on Sunday, June 8, 2008.
June 20, 2008
Followup on Search for Abby Flantz and Erica Nelson
After successfully locating missing backpackers Abby Flantz, 25 of Gaylord, Minnesota, and Erica Nelson, 23 from Las Vegas, Nevada on Wednesday, June 18, Denali search managers interviewed the pair to determine what had taken place during their extended stay in the backcountry. The point where the pair was last seen was on the trail of the west side of the Savage River on Thursday afternoon, June 12. They had gotten a wilderness permit for one night in a Mount Healy area backcountry unit.
June 18, 2008
Lost Backpackers in Denali Reunited with Families
Abby Flantz and Erica Nelson were grinning from ear to ear as they disembarked the helicopter at the Denali Park airstrip at 4: 55 p.m. today and walked into the waiting arms of their anxious families.
June 17, 2008
National Park Service Accepting Entries for 2008 Denali Road Lottery in July and Entry Dates Change to June in 2009
This year’s annual road lottery in Denali National Park and Preserve is taking place on September 12, 13, 14, and 15 (Friday through Monday), weather permitting.
June 17, 2008
More Searchers Arriving to Assist with Search for Missing Backpackers and Park Medical Response Needs Temporarily Divert Incident Resources
Today’s combined efforts of eleven ground teams and four aircraft failed to yield any new clues on the location of missing backpackers Abby Flantz and Erica Nelson.
June 16, 2008
No sign of Missing Backpackers - Air and Ground Search to Resume on Tuesday
Additional search teams on the ground, including two dog teams, and continued aerial searching with three aircraft failed to yield any sign of missing backpackers Abby Flantz and Erica Nelson during today’s search efforts.
June 16, 2008
Additional Resources Added to Search for Overdue Backpackers
Five ground crews, each consisting of 3-4 people, are in the field this morning to continue to search high priority areas for missing backpackers Abby Flantz and Erica Nelson.
June 15, 2008
Search To Continue for Overdue Backpackers
Sunday’s aerial and ground search efforts turned up no new clues as to the location of missing backpackers Abby Flantz, 25, of Gaylord, Minnesota, and Erica Nelson, 23, from Las Vegas, Nevada.
June 15, 2008
Search Underway for Overdue Backpackers in Denali National Park and Preserve
The National Park Service has initiated an air and ground search for two missing backpackers, Abby Flantz, 25, from Craylord, Minnesota, and Erica Nelson, 23, from
Las Vegas, Nevada. The two women were last seen on Thursday, June 12 at the Savage River Check Station.
June 04, 2008
Fallen Solo Climber Rescued From Peters Glacier
Denali mountaineering rangers led a life-saving technical rope rescue of a fallen solo climber on Mt. McKinley the evening of June 3.
May 29, 2008
Aerial Search on Cassin Ridge Suspended
The active search effort for two missing climbers on the Cassin Ridge of Mt. McKinley was scaled back on Thursday morning after search managers determined that further air operations were unlikely to locate the men. Mountaineering rangers will continue to try and determine the whereabouts of the climbers through extensive digital imagery collected during the past week.
May 27, 2008
Search on Cassin Ridge Continues; Climber Names Released
More clear, calm skies on Tuesday allowed the National Park Service (NPS) aerial spotters to thoroughly search the Cassin Ridge and surrounding areas for signs of two missing Japanese climbers. Tatsuro Yamada, age 27, of Saitama-Ken, Japan and Yuto Inoue, age 24 of Tokyo, Japan were expected to return from their climb on May 22.
May 26, 2008
Mt. McKinley Search Continues
Clear skies and milder winds are aiding National Park Service (NPS) aerial observers in the search for two overdue climbers on the Cassin Ridge of Mt. McKinley.
May 26, 2008
Search Continues on the Cassin Ridge
Clear skies and milder winds enabled National Park Service (NPS) aerial spotters to make several flights under optimum observation conditions in the search for two Japanese climbers on Mt. McKinley, but the climbers were not seen.
May 25, 2008
Search Continues for Two Overdue Climbers
The search for two Japanese climbers on the Cassin Ridge of Mt. McKinley continued on Sunday, May 25. A Cessna 206 fixed wing observation flight was launched at noon on Sunday, but it turned around due to cloud cover. Two more fixed wing flights left Talkeetna around 5:00 pm, including the Cessna 206 and a twin-engine Conquest. Spotters on both aircraft got an initial look at the route with no obvious findings, but high resolution photos taken on the flights will be scrutinized overnight for clues. An additional Conquest flight with three spotters is anticipated for later Sunday night.
May 24, 2008
Search Underway for Two Overdue Climbers
A search is underway for two overdue Japanese climbers on the Cassin Ridge of Mt. McKinley. Clouds and high wind in the Alaska Range kept the high altitude Lama helicopter on standby all day Friday, May 23, though weather conditions allowed a preliminary aerial search to an elevation of 12,000-feet on Saturday morning May 24. The climbers were not spotted.
May 23, 2008
New Alaska Native Artwork Unveiled in Denali Visitor Center
The original artwork of four well-known and highly respected Alaska Native artists, representing a variety of cultural backgrounds and artistic styles, now highlight the exhibit that surrounds the large topographic model of Denali National Park and Preserve located in the Denali Visitor Center.
May 21, 2008
Dinosaur Discoveries in Denali National Park and Preserve Provide New Information on Prehistoric Ecosystems
The summer of 2007 was the most exciting so far in the continued search for new dinosaur materials in Denali National Park and Preserve. Discoveries of hundreds of new dinosaur and fossil bird footprints were made, which included the footprints of adolescent hadrosaurs – commonly known as duck-billed dinosaurs.
May 19, 2008
Rescue Crew Honored for Life-Saving Actions on Mt. McKinley
Secretary of the Interior Dirk Kempthorne hosted the 65th Honor Awards Convocation on May 13th in Washington, D.C., recognizing 92 staff and private citizens for their dedication, bravery, and service to the Department of the Interior. Included among this year’s award winners were seven rescuers nominated by Denali National Park and Preserve for their heroic actions during a 2004 rescue on Mt. McKinley.
May 13, 2008
All Areas of Denali National Park and Preserve 1980 Additions Closed to Snowmobile Use Due to Inadequate Snow Cover
Due to a deteriorating snowpack, Denali National Park and Preserve Superintendent Paul Anderson has determined that there is no longer adequate snow cover for the use of snowmobiles for traditional activities in the 1980 additions to Denali National Park and Preserve on both sides of the Alaska Range.
May 13, 2008
Anchorage Physician Recognized by National Park Service for Outstanding Volunteer Service
Dr. Jennifer Dow, an emergency room physician at Alaska Regional Hospital, was presented with a George B. Hartzog, Jr. Award for Outstanding Volunteer Service at a ceremony that took place in Washington, D.C. on Thursday, May 8.
May 07, 2008
Research Fellows Selected for 2008 - Murie Science and Learning Center Expands Fellowships to Additional Parks
The National Park Service and the Murie Science and Learning Center have selected eleven research fellows for 2008.
May 05, 2008
Snare Removed from Wolf in Denali National Park
Due to the sharp eyes of a pilot working on park wildlife surveys, and a coating of new snow, Denali National Park and Preserve wildlife biologist Tom Meier and volunteer veterinarian Denise Albert were able to successfully remove a trapper’s snare from around the neck of a large, grey, male wolf in the park on Friday, May 2.
May 05, 2008
Denali National Park and Preserve Facilities and Services Are Opening For the 2008 Season
The days are getting longer, overnight temperatures remain above freezing, migrant birds are returning, and seasonal employees have arrived to begin work. These are all signs that the facilities and services that enhance and enrich the park experience for Denali National Park and Preserve visitors open soon for the summer visitor season!
May 03, 2008
Denali Park Road to Open to Mile 30 on May 3, 2008
Late spring snow storms have increased the workload for the National Park Service road crew and other park employees as they work to open the park for visitors. The portion of the Denali Park Road between the Savage River (Mile 15) and the Teklanika River Rest Area at Mile 30 will open for travel by private vehicles at noon on Saturday, May 3rd, weather permitting.
April 22, 2008
Denali Pro Award Winners Announced
The National Park Service (NPS) and Pigeon Mountain Industries (PMI) recognize mountaineering guides Heidi Kloos and Robert Durnell of Mountain Trip International as joint recipients of the Denali Pro Award for their selfless assistance to fellow climbers during a May 2007 rescue effort.
April 14, 2008
Online Registration Now Available for Mt. McKinley and Mt. Foraker Climbs
Denali National Park and Preserve is now offering online registration for mountaineers attempting climbs of Mt. McKinley or Mt. Foraker. The online registration and associated payment system is operated by Pay.Gov, a service of the United States Department of Treasury. Climbers wishing to register online should go to www.nps.gov/dena, and follow the Mountaineering Information link.
April 09, 2008
Denali National Park and Preserve Announces 2008 Artists-in-Residence
Four artists, including Ron Senungetuck, one of Alaska’s best-known native artists, will be participating in this year’s Artist-in-Residence program at Denali National Park and Preserve.
April 08, 2008
Northern Areas of Denali National Park and Preserve Closed April 8, 2008 to Snowmobile Use Due to Inadequate Snow Cover
Due to recent warming temperatures and wind during the past week, Denali National Park and Preserve Acting Superintendent Philip Hooge has determined that there is no longer adequate snow cover for the use of snowmobiles for traditional activities in the 1980 additions to Denali National Park and Preserve that are north of the Alaska Range.
April 07, 2008
Upper Susitna Communities Celebrate Earth Day on April 19th!
The public is invited to participate in the activities and presentations being offered for the eighth annual Upper Susitna Earth Day Celebration.
March 31, 2008
Aircraft Overflights Advisory Council Meeting in Talkeetna
The second meeting of the Denali National Park Aircraft Overflights Advisory Council will take place on Thursday, April 10 from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. at the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge, located at Mile 12.5 on the Talkeetna Spur Road.
March 28, 2008
National Park Service Seeking Comments on Environmental Assessment to Replace Wastewater Treatment Facility in Denali
The National Park Service (NPS) is proposing major replacement and repairs of wastewater treatment facilities at the entrance area of Denali National Park and Preserve.
March 27, 2008
Denali Park Road to Open to Savage River on Friday, March 28
Snow and ice still blanket most of the park, but a sure sign of spring is that the Denali National Park and Preserve road crew has cleared the park road between park headquarters (Mile 3) to the Savage River (Mile 15).
March 05, 2008
Installation of a Fiber Optic Cable to Begin in the Parks Highway Right-of-Way through Denali National Park
Alaska-based communications company GCI, Inc. will begin installation of a fiber optic cable within the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (ADOT) George Parks Highway right-of-way (ROW) that passes through the eastern portion of Denali National Park and Preserve. The trenching and installation work will start Tuesday, March 11 and is not expected to impede highway traffic flow through the six-mile stretch of the park.
March 03, 2008
Crews Ready to Begin Plowing Denali Park Road
On Sunday, March 9 the National Park Service road crew will begin the annual operations to clear and prepare the Denali Park Road beyond park headquarters (Mile 3) for vehicle access by park visitors.
February 25, 2008
Airborne Contaminants Study Released-Measurable Levels Detected in Alaska National Parks
A survey of four lake basins and fish in three Alaska national park units has detected measurable levels of mercury, pesticides and other airborne contaminants. The study also found airborne contaminants in other western United States national parks.
February 15, 2008
Environmental Assessment for Construction of Replacement Subsistence Cabins is Available for Public Comment
The National Park Service has released for public comment an Environmental Assessment (EA) which evaluates the impacts associated with replacing two cabins used for subsistence activities within Denali National Preserve.
February 12, 2008
Celebrate the Season at Winterfest 2008!
If you enjoy winter or merely tolerate it, there is something for you to do during this year’s annual Winterfest Celebration taking place Friday, February 22 to Sunday, February 24 in Denali National Park and the neighboring communities.
February 06, 2008
All of 1980 Additions to Denali National Park and Preserve Now Open to Snowmobiling for Traditional Activities-Feb 6, 2008
Recent storms have brought additional snow to Denali Park and Preserve and the Superintendent has determined that there is now adequate snow cover for the use of snowmobiles for traditional activities in all the 1980 additions to Denali National Park and Preserve.
January 31, 2008
First Meeting of Denali National Park and Preserve Aircraft Overflights Advisory Council
The Denali National Park Aircraft Overflights Advisory Council was established on September 21, 2007, and is authorized to operate under the Federal Advisory Committee Act. The Council will identify and address impacts from aircraft flights over Denali National Park and Preserve.
January 30, 2008
Teacher Scholarships Available for Summer Courses in Denali National Park and Preserve
The Murie Science and Learning Center is awarding scholarships to teachers to participate in accredited trainings and seminars taking place in summer 2008 in Denali National Park and Preserve.
January 25, 2008
Rangers Lead Weekend Hikes at Denali National Park and Preserve
Park rangers at Denali National Park and Preserve are inviting the public to join them in exploring the park on weekend hikes this winter.
January 09, 2008
Denali National Park Artist-in-Residence Program Accepting Applications
The Alaska Natural History Association is pleased to announce that the Denali National Park Artist-in-Residence program is now accepting applications for the 2008 summer residency period.
December 14, 2007
Southern Portions of 1980 Additions to Denali National Park & Preserve Open to Snowmobiling for Traditional Activities
The Superintendent of Denali National Park and Preserve has determined that there is now adequate snow cover for the use of snowmobiles for traditional activities in areas of the 1980 park additions that are south of the crest of the Alaska Range, including park lands between the Bull River and Windy Creek at the north end of Broad Pass. All areas of the 1980 park additions north of the crest of the Alaska Range remain closed to snowmobile use for traditional activities due to inadequate snow cover.
December 07, 2007
Some Portions of 1980 Additions to Denali National Park and Preserve Open to Snowmobiling for Traditional Activities
Recent storms have brought additional snow to Denali National Park and Preserve and the Superintendent has determined that there is now adequate snow cover for the use of snowmobiles for traditional activities in areas of the 1980 additions to Denali National Park and Preserve that are south of the crest of the Alaska Range except for the park lands between the Bull River and Windy Creek at the north end of Broad Pass. All areas of the 1980 park additions north of the crest of the Alaska Range remain closed to snowmobile use for traditional activities due to inadequate snow cover.
December 04, 2007
Denali National Park and Preserve Ornament Created by Fairbanks Artists Displayed on White House Christmas Tree
An ornament created for Denali National Park and Preserve by Kesler and Marianna Woodward of Fairbanks, Alaska is prominently displayed on this year’s official White House Christmas Tree.
December 04, 2007
Applications Open for Two 2008 Research Fellowship Programs
The National Park Service and the Murie Science and Learning Center (MSLC) are seeking applicants for two research fellowships that are available to individuals wishing to conduct research in Denali National Park and Preserve and other northern Alaska national parks.
November 24, 2007
2008 Denali Bus and Campground Reservations Available by Phone, Internet, Mail and Fax Beginning December 1
Doyon/ARAMARK Joint Venture, the transportation concessioner for Denali National Park and Preserve, will begin accepting advance reservations for the 2008 visitor season for shuttle buses and the park’s four largest campgrounds on Saturday, December 1, 2007.
November 15, 2007
Public Comments Requested On a Proposal to Install a Fiber Optic Cable in the Parks Highway Right-of-Way through Denali National Park
The National Park Service (NPS) is requesting comments on a proposal by GCI, Inc. to install a fiber optic cable within the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (ADOT) George Parks Highway right-of-way (ROW) that passes through the eastern portion of Denali National Park and Preserve for approximately six miles.
November 15, 2007
Denali Park to Burn Debris Pile-Nov 07
Fire management staff at Denali National Park and Preserve will burn a large pile of debris consisting of brush, tree branches, and other woody material on Monday, November 19.
October 17, 2007
Denali National Park and Preserve Transitions to Winter
The Denali Park Road has closed for the winter at Mile 3 (Park Headquarters).
September 21, 2007
Finding of No Significant Impact for Managing Off-Road Vehicle Use for Subsistence in the Cantwell Traditional Use Area
On September 18, 2007, National Park Service (NPS) Alaska Regional Director Marcia Blaszak signed a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the selected action that was evaluated in the “Denali National Park and Preserve Cantwell Subsistence Off-Road Vehicle Management Environmental Assessment.”
September 19, 2007
Denali Park Road Open to Mile 30 as of Sept 19, 2007
Summer has transitioned into fall in interior Alaska, and Denali National Park and Preserve has also transitioned into its quieter season. The buses are done operating for the yeare, and the Denali Park Road is now open for travel by private vehicles to the Teklanika Rest Stop at Mile 30, weather permitting. The road will remain open to the rest stop until snow closes it for the season at park headquarters (Mile 3).
September 10, 2007
Denali National Park and Preserve Headquarters Environmental Assessment Available for Public Comment
The National Park Service announces the release of an Environmental Assessment for the Headquarters Area Plan for Denali National Park and Preserve.
September 10, 2007
NPS Enforcing Hunting Regulations, Rewards Available for Information on Hunting Violations
As hunting season gets underway, the National Park Service (NPS) reminds hunters that sport hunting is allowed only in the Denali National Preserve, located on the western corners of Denali National Park and Preserve.
August 29, 2007
Denali Park to Burn Debris Piles Near Remote Cabins and Buildings
Denali National Park and Preserve fire management staff will burn several piles of woody debris in remote areas of the park beginning Tuesday, September 4 through Friday, September 7, weather and other conditions permitting.
August 28, 2007
Final Presentation of Denali's 2007 Artist-in-Residence Program
Artists and their work have played a significant role in raising public awareness of the natural wonders preserved within the National Park System even before the establishment of the first national parks.
August 17, 2007
Denali Subsistence Resource Commission Meeting and Community Potluck in Cantwell
The public is invited to the Denali Subsistence Resource Commission meeting taking place on Monday, August 27 from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. at the Cantwell Community Center.
August 16, 2007
Wilderness is the Topic of Last Presentation in Denali's 90th Anniversary Speaker Series
Writer, photographer, and activist Kim Heacox will share his unique and often humorous perspective on the values that humans have attached to Alaskan wilderness in his presentation on “Paradox, Dirty Socks & Glacier Rocks: Why Wilderness Matters” taking place on Thursday, August 23 at 7:30 p.m. in the Denali Visitor Center, located at Mile 1.2 of the Denali Park Road.
August 09, 2007
Denali Climbing Season Finally Wraps Up
Mt. McKinley is once again a lonely place. Signaling the unofficial end of the Denali climbing season, the last of the mountaineers have flown back to Talkeetna, along with the final remnants of the Kahiltna Basecamp.
August 02, 2007
Public Invited to Presentation on Denali Borough Local Transit Planning
Charles Rutkowski, Assistant Director of the Community Transportation Association of America (CTAA), will present an overview of CTAA’s assistance program on Tuesday,
August 7 at 7:00 p.m. at the Tri-Valley Community Center in Healy.
July 27, 2007
Changes in Attitudes about Wildlife Featured in Denali's 90th Anniversary Speaker Series Presentation
The public is invited to join local resident Tom Walker as he presents “Heart of the Park: Wildlife, Attitudes Then and Now” at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 2 in the Denali Visitor Center, located at Mile 1.2 on the Denali Park Road.
July 26, 2007
NPS Awards Concession Contracts for Guided Sport Hunting in Denali National Preserve
The National Park Service (NPS) has completed the selection process for the concession contracts authorizing sport hunting guide services in the Denali National Preserve, located in the western corners of Denali National Park and Preserve.
July 24, 2007
NPS to Issue Subsistence Permits and Hold Public Hearing on Proposed Temporary Closure of Areas to Off-Road Vehicle Use for Subsistence Purposes
Public Notice
July 11, 2007
Pioneer Mountaineering Featured in Denali's 90th Anniversary Speaker Series
The history of exploration in and around Denali is a rich and sometimes controversial subject. Dr. Mike Sfraga, mountaineer and founding Director of the University of Alaska Fairbanks Geography Program, will present a program on “Denali Mountaineering: The Pioneering Days” at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 19 in the Denali Visitor Center, located at Mile 1.2 on the Denali Park Road.
July 05, 2007
Name Released of Probable Suicide Victim in Denali National Park and Preserve
The identification of the young man who died as the result of what appears to be suicide has been released, as his family members have been notified.
July 03, 2007
Probable Suicide Victim Discovered in Denali National Park and Preserve
On Monday, July 2 at approximately 8:30 p.m. the park’s communication center was notified of the discovery of a body of a young man hanging from the railroad trestle above Riley Creek.
July 02, 2007
NPS Advises Visitors to Use Caution with Fire Use Over Fourth of July Holiday
Denali National Park and Preserve officials are asking visitors to be especially cautious with fire during this week's holiday period.
June 27, 2007
First Artists-in-Residence of 2007 Give Presentation on Creating Denali Memories
Sheila and David King, Artists-In-Residence at Denali National Park and Preserve, are giving a presentation titled “Creating Denali Memories: Interpreting Denali’s Landscape with Watercolors and Exploring the Origins of Basketry” on Monday, July 2 at 7:00 p.m. in the Murie Science and Learning Center, located at Mile 1.2 on the Denali Park Road.
June 27, 2007
Jane Haigh Presents Next Offering for Denali's 90th Anniversary
Jane Haigh, author of several popular books on Alaskan history, is giving a presentation titled “Cultural Resources and the Idea of Wilderness” on Thursday, July 5 at 7:30 p.m. in the Denali Visitor Center, located at Mile 1.2 of the Denali Park Road.
June 25, 2007
National Park Service Seeking Comments on Environmental Assessment to Rehabilitate Sections of Denali Park Road
The National Park Service (NPS), in cooperation with the Federal Highway Administration, is proposing to rehabilitate two sections of the Denali Park Road just beyond park headquarters near Mile 4.0 and 4.5.
June 13, 2007
Presentation on Predators and Politics is Next Offering in Denali's 90th Anniversary Summer Speaker Series
Dr. Timothy Rawson is giving a presentation titled, “Wolves and the National Park Service: The Significance of Denali” on Thursday, June 21 at 7:30 p.m. in the Denali Visitor Center, located at Mile 1.3 on the Denali Park Road.
June 04, 2007
Environmental Assessment for Managing Off-road Vehicle Use for Subsistence in the Cantwell Area Available for Public Comment
The National Park Service (NPS) is considering alternatives for managing subsistence-related off-road vehicle use in the Cantwell area of Denali National Park and Preserve.
May 30, 2007
Collins Sisters Present Next Offering for Speaker Series
Miki and Julie Collins, trappers, handcrafters and writers, will give a presentation entitled
“A Continued Heritage: Two Lives, Subsistence, and Denali Park” at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 7 in the Denali Visitor Center.
May 20, 2007
Avalanche Victims Identified
Denali National Park & Preserve rescue personnel confirmed that two climbers died in an avalanche while attempting the Japanese Couloir route on Mt. Barrille earlier this week. Postlethwait of Park City, Utah.
May 20, 2007
Climbers Die in Avalanche on Mt. Barrille
Denali National Park & Preserve rescue personnel confirmed a fatal avalanche accident on Mt. Barrille in the park’s Ruth Gorge late Friday May 19. Two climbers were killed while attempting the Japanese Couloir route on the peak’s east face.
May 18, 2007
Climbing Fatalities on Mt. McKinley Identified
Two climbers who died in a 1,900-foot fall during a descent of Mt. McKinley on Thursday evening May 17 have been identified.
May 18, 2007
Fatal Climbing Fall on Mt. McKinley
Two climbers died as a result of a 1,900-foot fall during a descent of Mt. McKinley on Thursday evening May 17.
May 10, 2007
Facilities and Services Are Opening For the 2007 Season
The rapidly increasing amount of daylight, nighttime temperatures remaining above freezing, the return of migrant bird species, and the arrival of seasonal employees are all signs that the facilities and services that enhance and enrich the park experience for Denali National Park and Preserve visitors will be opening soon for the summer visitor season!
May 09, 2007
Denali's 90th Anniversary Summer Speaker Series Premiers on May 15
The National Park Service and its partners are hosting a special 90th Anniversary Summer Speaker Series as part of the year-long celebration of this significant milestone in Denali National Park and Preserve’s history.
April 30, 2007
New Kantishna Experience Bus Trip to Debut in June 2007
The National Park Service (NPS) is partnering with transportation concessioner Doyon/ARAMARK Joint Venture (JV) to offer the new Kantishna Experience bus trip for Denali National Park and Preserve’s summer visitors beginning in June.
April 27, 2007
Name of Mt. Wake Climbing Fatality Released
National Park Service officials have released the name of the climber who died on Monday, April 23 on Mt. Wake in Denali National Park and Preserve.
April 24, 2007
Climbing Fatality in the Alaska Range
A climber died after an approximately 1,000-foot fall on Mt. Wake in Denali National Park and Preserve on Monday, April 23.
April 23, 2007
Public Invited to Scoping Meeting on Denali National Park and Preserve Headquarters Master Plan
The National Park Service (NPS) invites the public to attend a scoping meeting on the Denali National Park and Preserve Headquarters Master Plan and Environmental Assessment (EA), which will take place on Tuesday, May 1 at the Murie Science and Learning Center from 5:00 to 7:30 p.m.
April 23, 2007
Teacher Scholarships Available for Summer Courses in Denali
The Murie Science and Learning Center is awarding full scholarships to teachers for select 2007 teacher training and field seminar courses in Denali National Park and Preserve.
April 16, 2007
Southern Areas of Denali National Park and Preserve Closed to Snowmobile Use Due to Inadequate Snow Cover (2007)
Due to a deteriorating snowpack, Denali National Park and Preserve Superintendent Paul Anderson has determined that there is no longer adequate snow cover for the use of snowmobiles for traditional activities in the 1980 additions to Denali National Park and Preserve that are south of the Alaska Range.
April 16, 2007
Southern Areas of Denali National Park and Preserve Closed to Snowmobile Use Due to Inadequate Snow Cover
Due to a deteriorating snowpack, Denali National Park and Preserve Superintendent Paul Anderson has determined that there is no longer adequate snow cover for the use of snowmobiles for traditional activities in the 1980 additions to Denali National Park and Preserve that are south of the Alaska Range.
April 15, 2007
Denali Park Road Open to Mile 30 (2007)
The National Park Service road crew has been assisted in their work to open the park to visitors by recent warm temperatures and lower than average levels of snow and ice on some sections of the road. The portion of the Denali Park Road between the Savage River (Mile 15) and the Teklanika River Rest Area at Mile 30 opened Sunday, April 15 for travel by private vehicles.
April 12, 2007
Upper Susitna Communities Celebrate Earth Day!
The public is invited to participate in the activities and presentations being offered for the seventh annual Upper Susitna Community Earth Day Celebration.
April 12, 2007
Northern Areas of Denali National Park and Preserve Closed to Snowmobile Use Due to Inadequate Snow Cover
Due to recent warm temperatures and a deteriorating snowpack, Denali National Park and Preserve Superintendent Paul Anderson has determined that there is no longer adequate snow cover for the use of snowmobiles for traditional activities in the 1980 additions to Denali National Park and Preserve that are north of the Alaska Range.
April 05, 2007
Denali Park Road To Open to Savage River on Friday, April 6
Snow and ice still blanket most of the park, but a sure sign of spring is that the Denali National Park and Preserve road crew has cleared the park road between park headquarters (Mile 3) to the Savage River (Mile 15). Weather permitting, that portion of the road will open for the season to park visitors at noon on Friday, April 6.
April 04, 2007
Denali Artists-in-Residence Selected for 2007
Four artists using very different mediums have been selected for this year’s Artist-in-Residence program at Denali National Park and Preserve.
March 30, 2007
National Park Service Proposes New Fees for Denali in 2008
Superintendent Paul Anderson announced today that Denali National Park and Preserve is proposing to implement new fees for sled dog demonstrations and backcountry permits in 2008.
March 21, 2007
Spring Road Opening Begins at Denali National Park and Preserve
National Park Service road crews began the annual plowing to open the Denali Park Road west of park headquarters on Sunday, March 18.
March 16, 2007
NPS Seeking Public Input for Centennial
The National Park Service (NPS) will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2016. As a part of the process to strengthen and prepare parks for another century of conservation, preservation and public enjoyment, the NPS is hosting listening sessions across the United States to hear from those with an interest in parks and NPS programs.
February 23, 2007
Denali Park to Burn Debris Pile
Fire management staff at Denali National Park and Preserve will burn a large pile of debris consisting of brush, tree branches, scrap lumber, and other woody material on Monday, February 26.
February 21, 2007
Public Invited to Denali Subsistence Resource Commission Meeting in Healy
The Denali Subsistence Resource Commission will meet on Monday, February 26 from 9:00 a.m. –
5:00 p.m. at the Motel Nord Haven, located at Mile 249.5 Parks Highway in Healy. The Commission will be considering a range of issues related to subsistence hunting and fishing in the 1980 additions to Denali National Park and Preserve.
February 15, 2007
Register Now for 2007 Field Seminars and Teacher Trainings in Denali National Park and Preserve!
A wide variety of summer classes designed to immerse participants in different aspects of Denali National Park and Preserve’s cultural and natural history and provide an in-depth park experience are now available for registration with the Murie Science and Learning Center. The classes are small (no more than twelve participants), but the classroom is grand – the mountains, tundra and forest of Denali National Park and Preserve!
February 12, 2007
Celebrate the Season and Denali's 90th Anniversary at Winterfest 2007!
The seventh annual Winterfest Celebration is taking place at Denali National Park and Preserve and its neighboring communities beginning Thursday, February 22 to Sunday, February 25. The celebration showcases the area’s longest season with a wide range of activities that provide opportunities to safely enjoy winter, sample the amenities the area has to offer, and have fun!
February 05, 2007
Phone Reservations for Denali Campgrounds, Shuttle Buses and Interpretive Bus Tours Open February 15
Telephone reservation systems for Denali National Park and Preserve shuttle buses, bus tours and the four largest campgrounds will open for the season on Thursday, February 15, 2007.
January 18, 2007
All of 1980 Additions to Denali National Park and Preserve Now Open to Snowmobiling for Traditional Activities
Recent storms have brought additional snow to Denali Park and Preserve and the Superintendent has determined that there is now adequate snow cover for the use of snowmobiles for traditional activities in all the 1980 additions to Denali National Park and Preserve.
January 12, 2007
Some Portions of 1980 Additions Open to Snowmobiling for Traditional Activities
Recent storms have brought additional snow to Denali Park and Preserve and the Superintendent has determined that there is now adequate snow cover for the use of snowmobiles for traditional activities in areas of the 1980 additions to Denali National Park and Preserve that are south of the crest of the Alaska Range except for the park lands between the West Fork of Chulitna River and Windy Creek at the north end of Broad Pass.
December 26, 2006
Public Invited to Informational Meetings on Resource Stewardship Strategy
The National Park Service (NPS) is beginning the preparation of a Resource Stewardship Strategy for Denali National Park and Preserve.
December 13, 2006
Lack of Snowcover Delays Availability of Snowmobiling for Traditional Activities
Due to the continued lack of adequate snow cover, all areas of the 1980 additions to Denali National Park and Preserve remain closed to the use of snowmobiles for traditional activities.
December 05, 2006
Prospectuses Available for Commercial Sport Hunting Guide Services
The National Park Service (NPS) intends to award up to two concession contracts for sport hunting guide services for the public within portions of Denali National Park and Preserve.
November 21, 2006
Rangers to Lead Weekend Hikes at Denali National Park and Preserve
Park rangers at Denali National Park and Preserve are inviting the public to join them on weekend hikes this winter.
November 20, 2006
2007 Denali Bus and Campground Reservations Available in December
Doyon/ARAMARK Joint Venture, the transportation concessioner for Denali National Park and Preserve, will begin accepting advance reservations for the 2007 visitor season for shuttle buses and the park’s four largest campgrounds: Riley Creek, Savage River, Teklanika, and Wonder Lake on Friday, December 1, 2006.
November 08, 2006
Denali National Park and Preserve Seeking Artists-in-Residence
Denali National Park and Preserve is seeking applications from visual artists for the 2007 Artist-in-Residence Program.
October 19, 2006
Applications for New Research Fellowship Program in Denali National Park and Preserve Now Available
The National Park Service and the Denali Foundation are seeking applications from individuals wishing to be considered for the 2007 Discover Denali Research Fellowship Program offered through the Murie Science and Learning Center, located in Denali National Park and Preserve.
September 25, 2006
Park Rangers Apprehend Hunters Inside Denali
Early on Monday, September 18, three park rangers flew by helicopter to the site of an illegal hunting camp located two miles inside the northeast corner of Denali National Park and Preserve and apprehended two hunters.
September 22, 2006
Public Invited to Meetings on Denali Resource Education Plan
During the first week of October, the National Park Service is conducting a series of focus group meetings to share progress and gather community input on the developing Resource Education Plan for Denali National Park and Preserve.
September 19, 2006
Denali Park Road Open to Mile 30
The Denali Park Road is now open for travel by private vehicles to the Teklanika Rest Stop at Mile 30, weather and road conditions permitting.
September 13, 2006
Prospectus Available for Kantishna Area Guided Interpretive Hikes
The National Park Service (NPS) intends to award up to two concession contracts for guided interpretive hiking services for the public within the Kantishna area and limited opportunities in the Wonder Lake area of Denali National Park and Preserve.
September 04, 2006
General Public and Community Members Invited to 2006 Alaska Park Science Symposium in Denali
General Public and Community Members Invited to 2006 Alaska Park Science Symposium in Denali National Park and Preserve
August 24, 2006
Environmental Assessment for C-Camp Improvements in Denali NP Available for Public Comment
The National Park Service has released for public comment an Environmental Assessment which evaluates the impacts of constructing the following facilities at the C-Camp area of Denali National Park and Preserve
August 21, 2006
Murie Science and Learning Center Hosts Special Presentation on National Parks
The public is invited to join award-winning writer and documentary filmmaker Dayton Duncan for a behind-the-scenes look at his new PBS film about the history of America's national parks.
August 07, 2006
Discovery of New Dinosaur Evidence in Denali National Park and Preserve
The search for dinosaur material at Denali National Park and Preserve has continued with great success in the 2006 field season, which began in early June.
