Authorized Activity
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Details
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| Driving the park road to Mountain Vista (Mile 12.5) |
- Road typically opens mid February
- Driving beyond mile 12.5 is prohibited, even if the road is open to the public
- Hiking/ snowshoeing the Mountain Vista trail is permitted
- No group size limit
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| Guided hiking/ snowshoeing on designated trails |
- Group size limit is 12 inclusive of guide
- Up to 4 groups per day
- Groups must be staggered by 15 minutes
- Designated trails: McKinley Station, Roadside Bike, Roadside Trail, Rock Creek Trail, Triple Lakes Trail
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| Visit the Dog Sled Kennels |
- No group size limit
- During the winter and early spring, the park dogs are often away from the kennels on extended backcountry operations
- All visitors must receive a 10-minute Kennels Safety briefing from a ranger before interacting with the dogs
- If the gate is closed at the kennels, access to the area is strictly prohibited
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Authorized Areas
Specified front country trails, driving the park road as far as Mountain Vista, and visiting the Kennels.
Group Size
Total group size is 12, inclusive of CUA holder and employees (guides) except at Mountain Vista and the Kennels.
Guide Certification
Safety and Resource Protection
- The CUA holder or guide must remain with their clients for the duration of the trip.
- The CUA holder must provide all clients with an orientation prior to the trip which emphasizes safe practices in extreme winter conditions.
- Passengers may exit at plowed roadside pullouts, but no guided activities are allowed
- Vehicles must have two-way emergency communication (e.g., satellite phone or messaging device). Cell service is unreliable past mile 3.
Additional Regulations and Considerations
- Road closures may occur due to weather or road conditions. Call (907) 683-9532 for updates.
- There is no guarantee of the condition of the trails as weather can change unexpectedly. Groups may have to break their own trails.
- Minimize idling. Consider engine-off air heaters for interior heat. Extended idling is allowed at Denali Visitor Center; no plug-ins are available at Mountain Vista.
Unauthorized Activities
- Overnight use is prohibited.
- The Horseshoe Lake trail is prohibited.
Download or print these
stipulations. CUA holders and their employees are responsible for knowing and following all rules.
