Things You'll Need:
- Computer with internet access for making reservations
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Step 1
Understand that although winters last eight to nine months, Denali Park is considered a sub-arctic desert. An abundance of rare plant life, flowering and non-flowering, is found throughout the park.
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Step 2
Keep your eyes peeled. Denali is home to many large mammals such as moose, caribou, grizzly bears, wolves, and Dall sheep. They freely roam around the park and present one of the best opportunities to view Alaska's wildlife.
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Step 3
Grasp the uniqueness of this park by understanding its history. In 1917, Mt. Kinley State Park was created by President Wilson and it contained 1.9 million acres. Approximately 30 years ago, the size of the park was tripled and it is now recognized as an International Biosphere Preserve by the United Nations.
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Step 1
Choose to travel by rental car around Denali Park if you enjoy the freedom to stop and enjoy the scenery as you please. The roads are easily traveled by any type of vehicle during the summer months.
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Step 2
Use the bus line between Anchorage and Denali for a stress-free and picturesque trip. There are generally two trips made per day and the cost is about $80.
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Step 3
Travel by railroad to soak up more of the landscape. Dome train cars are available for maximizing your view. Fares to Denali from Anchorage during the peak season are around $135.
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To book accommodations, contact Alaska Travel Industry Association at 907.929.2842 or visit their Web site (see Resources, below). Experience the hospitality of Alaska residents by staying in a bed and breakfast. Accommodations vary, as do prices, with nightly stays ranging from $80 to $155.
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Step 2
Plan to spend between $180 per $230 per night for accommodations in a mid-level hotel during the peak season.
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Step 3
Experience rustic Alaska by booking a camping site. A one-tent, one-vehicle site generally costs $20 to $30 per night.
