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top hiking trails

national park

denali

Denali offers trail hiking and off-trail hiking.

Off-trail hiking allows you to hike in any area you choose, but you must remain fully aware of your surroundings.

A free permit is required if you plan a backpacking adventure with at least one overnight stay.

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horseshoe lake trail

– Distance: 4 miles round trip. – Difficulty: Moderate. – Elevation change: 250 feet. – Description: The wide path takes you around a beautiful lake and along a scenic forest.

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mckinley station trail

– Distance: 1.6 miles one way. – Difficulty: Moderate. – Elevation change: 100 feet. – Description: The compacted gravel trail takes you through woodlands, along a creek, and under the Alaska Railroad trestle.

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rock creek trail

– Distance: 2.4 miles one way. – Difficulty: Moderate. – Elevation change: 400 feet. – Description: The quiet hike is generally uphill, takes you through a forest, and provides a view of Mount Healy.

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mount healy overlook trail

– Distance: 2.7 miles one way. – Difficulty: Strenuous. – Elevation change: 1,700 feet. – Description: The steep trail leads you out of the woods and into the alpine country. There is potential to see Denali.

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triple lakes trail

– Distance: 9.5 miles one way. – Difficulty: Strenuous. – Elevation change: 1,000 feet. – Description: It is the longest trail in the park. You cross two bridges above flowing creeks and have fantastic views of three lakes.

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mountain vista trail

– Distance: 0.6 miles round trip. – Difficulty: Easy. – Elevation change: 50 feet. – Description: The level trail offers gorgeous views of mountains on the horizon. If the weather cooperates, you can see Denali.

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savage river loop 

– Distance: 2 miles round trip. – Difficulty: Moderate. – Elevation change: None. – Description: The path takes you along each side of the Savage River, between Mount Margaret and Healy Ridge.

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savage alpine trail

– Distance: 4 miles one way. – Difficulty: Strenuous. – Elevation change: 1,500 feet. – Description: The steep trail connects the Mountain Vista and Savage River areas.

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