Wildlife Viewing

Mile 92 Denali Park Rd Denali National Park, AK 99755 (907) 374-3041, Toll Free: (800) 942-7420 roadhouse@doyon.com www.kantishnaroadhouse.com Experience Alaskan hospitality at the beautiful Kantishna Roadhouse, a full-service lodge nestled in the backcountry of majestic Denali Park. Accommodations with a private bath, all meals and abundant guided (and self-guided) activities included. Native owned and operated. McKinley Chalet Resort 

Mile 238.9 Parks Hwy Denali National Park, AK 99755 Toll Free: (800) 544-0970 info@westmarkhotels.com www.westmarkhotels.com McKinley Chalet Resort is situated on the banks of the Nenana River, less than 2 miles from the entrance to Denali National Park. The resort offers two restaurants, expresso bar and dinner theatre as well as fire pits, live entertainment and views of the nearby mountains.

Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness

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Mile 133 Parks Hwy, Denali State Park, AK 99683 (907) 733-2900, Toll Free: (800) 426-0500 aklodges@princesscruises.com www.princesslodges.com Situated within Denali State Park, two hours north of Anchorage, this lodge is a true wilderness retreat. Amenities include wall of windows framing Denali, tour desk, nature trails and a variety of dining options. Rail tours available from Fairbanks and Anchorage.

Vacation Rentals

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(907) 683-0100 dave@denalinightly.com, www.denalinightly.com Come stay & experience the best aurora viewing in Alaska. Groups welcome. Transportation

Ground/Public Transportation

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1031 Alaska Railroad Depot Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 265-2494, Toll Free: (800) 544-0552 reservations@akrr.com, www.alaskarailroad.com See Alaska by rail! Year-round service connecting the best of Alaska.

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3900 Arctic Blvd, Ste 304, Anchorage, AK 99503 (907) 245-0200, Toll Free: (800) 266-8625 info@alaskatrain.com, www.alaskatrain.com Online reservations for the Alaska Railroad GoldStar, Adventure Class, private luxury dome rail and deluxe motorcoach. Save time, money and see new scenery by traveling one way via train & the other by motorcoach. Vacation packages and cruise transfers also available. Sheep Shuttle 

224 Parks Hwy, Denali National Park, AK 99755 (907) 683-7503 getaride@sheepshuttle.com, www.sheepshuttle.com Take the train or motorcoach to Denali and let us shuttle you around!

Trip Planners/ Travel Agents

Alaska Tour & Travel 

3900 Arctic Blvd, Ste 304, Anchorage, AK 99503 (907) 245-0200, Toll Free: (800) 208-0200 experts@alaskatravel.com, www.alaskatravel.com Specializing in custom vacations to Alaska’s most spectacular destinations including Fairbanks. Our knowledgeable local staff can arrange all your lodging, tours and transportation. Offering great value, quality products and a convenient way to plan your Alaska vacation!

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2440 E Tudor Rd, Ste 122, Anchorage, AK 99507 (907) 822-5233 ncountry@gci.net, www.denalisummertimes.com Free accurate visitor guide for Denali National Park. Find it everywhere. Discover Denali  f

Mile .5 Healy Spur Rd, Healy, AK 99743 (907) 683-4636 info@discoverdenali.org, www.discoverdenali.org Travel planning information for Denali National Park & nearby communities.

Wildlife Viewing

Fairbanks and Interior Alaska are well known for the large, unspoiled landscapes that serve as great habitat for animals, including Denali National Park. Each highway branching out from Fairbanks crosses large tracts of boreal forest, subalpine or Arctic tundra. Along the way, you may be able to see black bear, caribou and moose. The nearby Chena River State Recreation Area is a wild forest with many sloughs and a mixture of treed and treeless landscapes. Moose and beaver frequent this area as well as other small animals like ermine, fox and red squirrels. Don’t forget your binoculars to scope close-up views.

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Moose

Moose are a common part of life for most Alaskans. These massive, hulking creatures wander through our sports fields, poke around our neighborhoods and nonchalantly cross our roads and highways. Moose are generally happy to pose for a picture or two but leave them plenty of room, especially when calves are nearby.

Caribou

Caribou travel in large herds during spring and fall migrations but are often seen in small bands or as individuals during the summer. Caribou’s domesticated cousin are called reindeer. In Fairbanks, some visitor attractions include experiences with reindeer and are a popular way to learn about these fascinating animals and snap an up-close photo or selfie.

Bear

In summer, look for bears fishing along streams with spawning salmon. In late summer and fall, they are often found feeding on berries in open meadows or on the tundra. Black bear populations are plentiful in Alaska’s Interior, but sightings of this shy animal are rare outside of national parks and state recreation areas. Bring along potent bear spray if you’re hiking outside of urban areas, just in case.

Fox

The red fox is common in the Fairbanks area and can sometimes be seen darting across the road in woody, brushy areas. If you’re lucky, you may see one with the “cross” coloration—a dark band crossing the shoulders and back. Look for the Arctic fox north of the Brooks Range. White in winter and gray or brown in summer, its ears and body are smaller compared to the red fox.