Bus trips to Eielson Visitor Center begin on June 1 and to Wonder Lake and Kantishna on June 8. Early season tour buses start on May 15th. By Road Denali lies 240 miles north of Anchorage and 120 miles south of Fairbanks. Alaska Highway 3, connects the two cities and is open all year. The Alaska Railroad provides daily summer passenger service to the park from Anchorage and Fairbanks.
Passenger service is limited in winter.
By Bus and Van Several companies provide service in the summer from Anchorage and Fairbanks. Most visitors come to Denali between late May and mid-September. Planning your trip is essential in order to get the most from your experience at Denali. Campgrounds within the park may be reserved ahead of your visit, as well as shuttle bus tickets within the park. You may not drive your private vehicle beyond Savage River Ranger checkpoint.