Denali Alaska Range 5hr Mountain Hike w/Views & Naturalist Guide

Overview

Available languages

English

5 hours

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Do you like jaw-dropping views? A good workout? Learning about Denali? If you answered “no” to any of those questions, this tour isn’t for you. But if you answered yes…

Ready? Leave the buses and boardwalks behind. Hike high into the Alaska Range. Feel the wind in your hair. As the views unfold, you can’t peel your eyes away. The rugged mountains rise around you like castles. The wide valleys stretch into the distance. The greens, reds, and blues of the tundra create a patchwork quilt unlike any other.

Now pick your jaw back up! There’s more to see, and higher to go! Toil further up the steep ridge. Scramble over jagged rocks. Stroll through dips full of delicate wildflowers. Later in the season, enjoy the bounty of wild blueberries, lingonberries, currants, and more.

So tell me - will you settle for the buses and boardwalks most people in Denali see? Or will you come with us and adventure into the Alaska Range, seeing views normally reserved for the Dall sheep? The choice is yours.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

Not recommended for travelers who cannot hike uphill for 3 hours or more.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Denali National Park and Preserve

You will be picked up from your hotel by one of our guides, then drive to the start of a trail leading up a mountain ridge. From there, your guide will take you up the mountain, stopping along the way to point out the fascinating natural features and ecosystems around you. As you climb higher into the alpine, you will be confronted with alpine tundra ecosystems and incredible views that you won't find anywhere else. When you get back to the van, your guide will drop you back off at your hotel lobby. The whole experience, from pickup to drop-off, will take approximately 4.5 - 5 hours.

Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Trekking poles

Rain Jackets

Snacks

Lunch

Pickup points

Denali Grizzly Bear Resort

Mile 231.1 George Parks Hwy, P.O. Box 7 Denali Park United States

Denali Cabins

229 George Parks Highway, United States

Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge

Mile 238.5 George Parks Highway, Denali Park United States

Holland America Denali Lodge

Mile 238.9, 238.9 Parks Hwy Denali Park United States

Grande Denali Lodge

238 Parks Highway, Denali Park United States

Denali Riverside Cabins

238 Parks Highway Healy United States

Denali Park Village

Milepost 231, George Parks Hwy Denali Park United States

Denali Bluffs Hotel

238 Parks Hwy, Denali Park United States

Options

Denali Alaska Range 5hr Mountain Hike w/Views & Naturalist Guide

Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

96 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great hike with our guide Adrian.
Nancy N,,Sep 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Booked a 5 hour hike into the mountains outside Denali. Adrian was our guide and as it worked out, my wife and I were the only 2 on the hike. Adrian was a wonderful guide, giving us a lot of info on the animals, plants, berries and fungi we saw throughout the hike. He also allowed us to decide on where we went and how far. Sampled many of the wild berries we found along the way and saw ptarmigan and ground squirrels. Didn't see any large animals but did find some fresh moose tracks and bear scat. The scenery was fantastic and Adrian took us to some great viewpoints. If you have a reasonable fitness level I would highly recommend this hike and even more highly recommend Adrian as a guide. He made it so much better.
Into the Mountain hike is a must do.
L6608KGmicheller,,Sep 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a fabulous hike with Jason on the into the Mountain hike. His enthusiasm and knowledge made what was an amazing hike just because of where it was and what we saw into a really special day. We absolutely recommend this tour.
So worth it!
Michelle M,,Sep 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had an awesome time hiking. Our guide, Derick was very knowledgeable, friendly and made sure we were safe and had fun! We are really glad we did this guided hike.
Montana Creek Trail Hike near Denali was spectacular
Linda T,,Sep 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our guide Adrian made our hike adventure such a pleasure. He was extremely knowledgeable on the foliage, trees and wildlife in the area. He was very attentive, patient and friendly. Highly recommend.
Knowledgeable Guide!
marlons857,,Sep 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Had an amazing hike! Sam was super knowledgeable about the trail, wildlife, plants and local history, which made the experience so much more enjoyable. The hike gave me the knowledge and confidence to explore the park on my own afterward!
Fantastic tour
Minamuis,,Aug 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Greatly enjoyed this beautiful hike! The tourguide Don was very friendly and nice company, he told many fun nature facts. Definitely recommended this tour!
Mountain hiking
loriez351,,Aug 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The trail itself was moderately challenging. It definitely got the heart pumping, but it was worth every step. We gained just enough elevation to reach a stunning overlook with panoramic views of the surrounding valley. Your walking through the wilderness. Our guide was both knowledgeable and respectful of the land and pointing out wildlife tracks and native plants along the way.
A little challenging but what a Hike!!
J99JCnormam,,Aug 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What a great hike. It was challenging but sooo beautiful and worth the effort. Adrian was an amazing tour guide and highly recommend this hike.
A little bit challenging, but worth the views
global learner888,,Aug 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Had a wonderful experience with Jordan as our guide. We were a small group of six. The views got better as we went higher and lucky for us, the weather got better too (we started with some rain and all wore our rain gear at the start, but shed it pretty quickly). Jordan had a good read on the group and I felt safe with him the entire way even for the challenging part coming down from the ridge line. Jordan also showed us a lot about foraging. If you are fit and looking for something a little on the challenging side, this is hike to do. And you get to learn something about the plant life too.
Wonderful hiking
wersk,,Aug 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a wonderful hike with Adrian, his passion and knowledge of the fauna and flora was incredible. We ate fresh wild blueberries on the ridge line. Magical.