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Built in 2005, the Denali Visitor Center and its surrounding "campus" are worth a stop, either at the beginning or end of your trip. The center itself is the main National Park Service welcome and information center. Surrounding facilities include a restaurant, giftshop, bag check, bus stop and railroad depot.
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FeaturesThe center offers visitors a chance to learn more about the park by speaking with park rangers, viewing the park film, "Heartbeats of Denali," and exploring an exhibit area.
The film is about 20 minutes long. It is a non-narrated film that shares with you the various seasons, landscapes and wildlife of this beautiful place. Following each showing of Heartbeats is are three short films about exploring the Denali wilderness and staying safe around wildlife. Many ranger-led activities occur in or begin from the Denali Visitor Center. Most of the trails in Denali can be accessed from the center. There is ample parking at the facility for day-use, with a small car lot and a separate RV lot on the northwest side of the visitor center. Visitor Center Campus MapNearby AmenitiesMorino GrillAbout thirty yards from the visitor center, the Morino Grill offers all-day coffee and boxed lunch service, plus made-to-order lunch and dinner. The grill is operated by Doyon/ARAMARK Joint Venture (JV), our largest concessioner. Note: This is the only restaurant in Denali, although snacks and some food can be purchased at the Denali Bus Depot or Riley Creek Mercantile. Alaska Geographic Park StoreAdjacent to the grill, the park store is the nearest gift shop to the visitor center. It is operated by Alaska Geographic, a non-profit partner of all national parks in Alaska. Learn more about Alaska Geographic Baggage Claim and Bus StopAdjacent to the grill, Baggage Claim allows folks to leave bags for a few hours, or several days. It is also the main "lost and found" for the park. There is also a bus stop here, with regular service by courtesy buses. These free buses travel the same part of the Denali Park Road that you may drive in your own vehicle. Learn more about free buses Alaska Railroad DepotLocated less than 100 yards from the Denali Visitor Center is the train depot. Train service in Alaska is operated by the state-run Alaska Railroad Company. Learn more about the Alaska Railroad SustainabilityCompleted in 2005, this building demonstrates the park's commitment to environmental sustainability. It boasts a number of sustainable features, including photo-voltaic solar panels on the south-facing side of the building and the use of rapidly renewable or recycled materials for building components, like wall panels, acoustic ceiling tiles and carpeting. Photo Gallery |
Last updated: February 24, 2020