America's Frontier: Alaska's Denali National Park
If you're an outdoor lover looking for adventure travel in the United States, why not visit Denali National Park? Considering Alaska is America's last frontier, Denali National Park offers quite a few thrills. From biking, kayaking, and whitewater rafting, there are plenty of activities to enjoy at this national treasure. Even though there a number of organizations that run tourist trips, the area doesn't feel overrun with crowds by any means. In fact, you may even be able to check out the bears, moose, and wolves. (Oh my!)
What Is There at Do at Denali?
To start with, there's Mt. McKinley--North America's tallest peak. (In fact, the park was originally named for Mt. McKinley before being changed in 1976 when the area was deemed an international biosphere reserve.) However, the activities you take part in will depend on the season you visit. In winter, you can enjoy cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and even dog mushing. Denali National Park in winter is straight out of Jack London--with the exception of super-speedy snowmobiles tearing up the tundra.
In summer and spring, you'll find plenty of opportunities to take in the gorgeous scenery. From backpacking and day hiking to fishing, cycling, and mountaineering, there's quite a range of exhilarating activities for the adventurous traveler. You don't need a permit to fish in the older section of the park, but keep in mind that the fishing is less than fantastic. To get up close and personal with some of Alaska's creatures, you might head to the kennels and visit the sled dogs instead.
Rafting is another cool option. Your best bet will be to make reservations with a local outdoor adventure company. That way, you'll be able to get everything you need without having to cart it to the park yourself. This can include everything from special clothing to oar boats, inflatable rafts, and even hard-side kayaks, not to mention the river guides themselves.
Next: Denali National Park Conditions and Getting to the Park
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