Denali National Park: The Jewel of Alaska

Denali National Park is a must-see can't-miss attraction in Alaska. The pure beauty is absolutely serene and breathtaking. You may not know it, but Denali National Park is the second largest national park and it's home to the highest peak in all of North America—Mount McKinley.

Denali National Park AlaskaAs you might expect, Denali National Park is located in Denali Park, Alaska. While the park is gorgeous, the wildlife is spectacular. All your favorite wildlife creatures are roaming around—wolves, caribou, grizzly bears, moose and Dall Sheep.

The best—and most popular—way to reach Denali National Park is via a bus. That's because there's only a lone road to and through the national park—Denali Park Road. If it's your first time there—and you're more of a sightseer—I'd recommend taking a shuttle bus. They take tourists on an adventure through this magnificent national park.

From the windows of your bus, you'll be graced by the wondrous views and wildlife of Denali National Park. I shouldn't have to tell you to bring a camera. There will be tons of photo opportunities. If you really want to learn about the national park, take an Interpretative Bus Tour, which is narrated by a park expert.

Denali National Park is loaded with fun options for spending a day. A popular activity in the warmer months is bird watching. If that doesn't float your boat, some other activities include taking a Tundra Wilderness Tour, a Natural History Tour, or taking the popular Sled Dog Demonstration Shuttle.

This shuttle will escort you on a journey where you'll see sled dogs and their handlers demonstrating their work. It's definitely something to look into.

Denali National Park AlaskaLike to hike? Not so sure? Denali National Park offers great hiking. And for the novice, they offer guided hiking tours. Get away from the car horns, alarm clocks, cubicles and noise of the city and connect with nature. This is your best opportunity to not only view the beauty of Alaska's Denali National Park, but to become part of it.

And if you have children, the park has a Junior Ranger Program. It's a great program that provides hands-on experience with helping the Rangers do their job. Talk about a memory that your child will never lose.

Denali National Park will provide you with enjoyment, pictures and memories that will last a lifetime. Should you make it to Alaska, don't miss it.