Denali National Park in Alaska is one of the most picturesque tourist destinations in all of Alaska. Its natural beauty is breathtaking and attracts visitors from all over eager to take partake of this sensory buffet. There's no shortage of sites to see and from the towering Mt. McKinley to the majestic Wonder Lake, Denali National Park is definitely a must see.
When you first come to Denali National Park, one of the first destinations you're likely to visit is the Denali Visitor Center. The scenery surrounding this center is absolutely beautiful and if you come between May and September you can take a lovely drive down Park road or a bus trip deep into the wilderness. However, if you happen to come to the park in the winter months you get to experience dog sled or ski trip. It's this diversity that makes visits to the Denali Visitor Center so unique and with its lush greenery and snow capped mountains the Denali Visitor Center easily has one of the most attractive scenes you'll find in Alaska. But there's more than just the Visitor Center to pique your interest in Denali National Park.
In addition to the Visitor Center there are also a number of other attractions in the Denali National Park. One of the more popular attractions has to be Mt. McKinley. It's the second highest peak in North America at 19,470 and attracts adventure seekers every year to attempt to conquer it, but whether you are a mountaineer or simply out for a bit of sightseeing, Mt. McKinley is one of the most impressive sites you will find anywhere. Combine this with the abundant wildlife on and around Mt. McKinley and you have an incredible photography opportunity.
When it comes to activities there are more than a few in Denali National Park, but the real crowd pleasers are always the fishing, camping and white water rafting. There are several prime fishing spots in Denali and most are open to everyone. A couple spots require a state license, but fishing is great at all of them. When it comes to camping there are over 290 sites and 7 campgrounds to choose from so camping enthusiast are sure to get plenty of enjoyment out of this trip. And if adventure is your thing, the white water rafting is wild.
If you're just going to do a bit of nature watching then Denali is definitely the place for you. There is no shortage of wildlife for wildlife enthusiasts. Bears, wolves, Dall sheep, caribou, pika, lynx, marten, lemmings and moose are just a few of the species you are likely to run across when nature watching and there will be no shortage photographic opportunities. Not to mention there are also over 150 species of birds for those aspiring ornithologists and wildlife photographers.
To top off this magnificent place, there is nothing better than a trip to Wonder Lake to watch the sunset. The beauty of this scene is one that everyone should get a chance to see at least once in a lifetime. You can even camp out and spend the night drinking in this peaceful scene. It's one of those experiences that you will never forget.
When it comes to tourists destinations, Denali National Park in Alaska is one of the premier spots in North America combining a number of interests and elements to make a truly unforgettable travel experience. So what are you waiting for? Book your trip to Denali National park and experience this incredible destination for yourself.
