Trip Idea
Visiting Denali in Winter
| Duration | Full Day |
| Topic(s) | Night Sky, Scenic Views, Transportation, Wilderness, Arctic, Coniferous Forests, Trails |
| Activities | Dog Sledding, Cross-Country Skiing, Stargazing |
| Type | Active, Inspirational |
| Parks | Denali National Park & Preserve |
Suggested Activities
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Denali National Park & Preserve
Explore Denali's Winter Trails
- Activity Fee: No (Entrance fees may apply)
- Reservations: No
- Activity: Cross-Country Skiing
- Pets: Yes with Restrictions
- Location: Winter Visitor Center
- Duration: 1–12 Hours
- Season: Winter, Spring
- Time of Day: Day, Dawn, Dusk
Whether on foot, skis or snowshoes, winter is a great time for you to explore Denali! Snow starts falling as early as September, although in some years the conditions aren't good for skiing until December, and it sticks around until April or May.
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Denali National Park & Preserve
Look for the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis)
- Activity Fee: No (Entrance fees may apply)
- Reservations: No
- Activity: Stargazing
- Pets: Yes with Restrictions
- Location: Outdoors
- Season: Winter, Spring, Fall
- Time of Day: Night, Dawn, Dusk
Aurora is like any weather phenomenon, where a forecast is issued each day. Unlike rain, though, aurora viewing can only occur when the far north is dark enough; and forecasts aren't nearly as precise as weather forecasts. Despite these challenges, any dark night in Alaska is a great time to look outside and hope for some signs of the Northern Lights!
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Denali National Park & Preserve
Dog Mushing in Denali
- Activity Fee: No (Entrance fees may apply)
- Reservations: Yes
- Activity: Dog Sledding
- Pets: No
- Duration: 4–72 Hours
- Season: Winter, Spring
Though Denali's dogs are not available for visitor sled rides, there are opportunities for visitors to arrange for day trips or multi-night trips through a privately owned sled dog kennel in the area.
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Last updated: October 7, 2020