Kantishna is located in one of the top tourist destinations in Alaska, and probably in all of America, Denali National Park. Often referred to as a town at “The End of the Road” or at “The Heart of Denali National Park”, Kantishna lies at the end of the 92-mile restricted Denali Park Road. At the turn of the 20th century, The Alaska Gold Rush brought thousands of prospectors to the Kantishna Hills. It was in these Continue reading
Category Archives: Denali Backcountry Adventure
Affordable Family Vacations to Alaska
Now is the perfect time to take your whole family on that Dream Vacation. Alaska is a truly beautiful place, a real once in a lifetime experience that you and your children will never forget. The good memories made here will last a lifetime, and are sure to always be fondly remembered. Whether you’re exploring the coastlines of Alaska, the highest peaks, or both; it is an exciting, and beautiful place to take your family. Continue reading
3 to 4 Day Getaways before or after your Alaska Cruise
If you are taking a Southbound cruise from Alaska, you are most probably flying into Alaska, and either planning to land in Anchorage or Fairbanks. Most of the time, since there is a higher frequency of flights to Anchorage than Fairbanks, either your cruise company, or your travel agent would recommend you to fly to Anchorage. Similarly, if you are taking Northbound cruise to Alaska, you are probably flying back to your home from either Anchorage or Fairbanks.
In either of the two above scenarios, it is always good to Continue reading
Denali Jeep® Backcountry Safari
There are plenty of fun activities you can enjoy at Denali National Park, but for a very independent, and exciting adventure, the Denali Jeep® Backcountry Safari can’t be beat. You and your fellow adventurers will take control of the wheel of a 4-WD Jeep Wrangler® and follow your guide through Denali’s backcountry, on an exciting, informative, and scenic journey. The safari conveniently begins near the Denali National Park Entrance, where you will meet your guide, receive your orientation, and Jeep® assignment. Continue reading
Denali Backcountry Adventure Overview
There seems to be some common misconceptions about the Denali Backcountry Adventure. We’d like to lay those to rest, and give a complete overview of the adventure. First of all, some background on the route:
The Denali Park Road begins about 240 miles north of anchorage, and 120 miles south of Fairbanks, on the George Parks Highway. The Park Road is 92 miles long, and for the most part, unpaved and fairly narrow. It is a truly beautiful route, in an environment yet unspoiled by excessive development. Continue reading
