Stop At: Stampede Excursions, Mile 245.1 Parks Highway, Alaska 99755
Avoid busses and crowds by taking the wheel of a Jeep Renegade to explore Denali on your terms! It’s part Jeep rental, part personal tour, and 100% fun! You choose your destination, stop when and where you want, and never feel rushed. The Denali region has one of the most majestic landscapes on Earth—Lush valleys carved during the last Ice Age, tremendous mountains that reach for the sky, glacier-fed whitewater rivers, and world-renown wildlife viewing, creating a synergy that captivates and astonishes around every twist of the road!
More than just a car rental, this Jeep excursion gives you the ability to get off the beaten path in a rugged vehicle designed for weather-proof safety and comfort. Our late model GPS-equipped 4x4 Jeep Renegades have 4 doors and can seat up to 5 guests.
You will receive a map and souvenir guide book which details the historic roadways, local attractions, and unique points of interest. There are several different routes we can suggest based on your personal interests, but you have the freedom to make your own as well! Our team of experts will share their local knowledge to make sure you make the most of your limited time in Denali!
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Denali National Park, Alaska
Instead of the big bus tours, explore the park your way! Take a selfie at the park sign, explore the Denali National Park Visitor Center, tour historic buildings, venture down hiking trails, and visit the park’s own sled dogs at the Denali kennels. Traversing the the entire accessible road to the Savage River affords views of Denali (Mount McKinley) as well as frequent sightings of moose, caribou, bears, and a myriad of other critters. Expect a 40 mile round trip which allows extra time for exploring the park’s attractions.
Pass By: Denali Highway, Between Cantwell and Paxson, Alaska
Before the “new” highway between Anchorage and Fairbanks was finished in the 1970’s, the Denali Highway stretching from Paxson to Cantwell was the only way to reach Denali National Park by road. Still just a seldom-traveled gravel roadway today, it is renowned for picturesque alpine landscapes and untouched wilderness. This scenic byway was recently ranked #2 worldwide as the “Drive of a Lifetime” by National Geographic Traveler magazine. Besides the ability to view Denali (Mount McKinley) from numerous points, travelers will likely see wildlife along the route. Expect an 80 mile round trip.
Pass By: Stampede Trail trailhead, Stampede Trail, Healy, AK 99743, USA
Driving north winds you through 10 miles of Nenana River Canyon and across the highway’s highest bridge, known as the Windy Bridge. Around the town of Healy, the region’s mining history emerges. To the east, you’ll see the Usibelli Coal Mine, the only active coal mine in Alaska. Just beyond is the Stampede Road, a historic mining trail, this is the setting for the true-life novel, “Into the Wild.” Round trip about 50 miles.
Stop At: Denali, Alaska
On clear weather days, get the ultimate view of Denali from various vantage points.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Denali Visitor Center, Alaska
Stop in and learn about Denali National Park and its history.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Wilderness Access Center, Mile 0.75 Park Road, Alaska 99755
Stop in on the Denali Park Road itinerary to the Denali Wilderness Access Center and learn about Denali National Park
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Park Road, Alaska
Explore the first 15 miles of the Denali National Park Park Road!
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Savage River Loop Trail, Alaska 99743
While exploring the Park Road take a break and get wonderful photos and take a beautiful hike!
Duration: 1 hour
