Check-in at Denali Cabins for your shuttle transfer to Temsco Aviation. Parking and luggage storage is available at Denali Cabins for all guests arriving via car, Park Connection and Alaska Railroad while they are staying at the Denali Backcountry Lodge.
Check-in for departing flights is at Denali Cabins is at 10:30 a.m. This will give you time to park your vehicle if you have one; and adjust your luggage down to 40 pounds per person for your stay.
You will depart from Temsco Aviation between 11:45 a.m. and 1:45 p.m. Flight times are assigned the night before your departure based on the weight, safety, available aircraft. We will not be able to take requests to be on the early or later departure.
Lunch will be served upon your arrival at Denali Backcountry Lodge.
Returning flights depart Denali Backcountry Lodge between 2:20 p.m. and 3:20 p.m. Flight times are assigned the night before your departure based on the weight, safety, available aircraft. We will not be able to take requests to be on the early or later departure.
Upon arrival at Temsco Aviation, your shuttle will return you back to Denali Cabins.
Lunch will be served prior to your departure from Denali Backcountry Lodge.
Yes, due to the weight and balance of the aircraft each guest will be limited to the following:
Should your bags not meet these requirements, there are limited number of soft-sided bags available for guest transfer and use. For excess bags, complimentary luggage storage is available at Denali Cabins. Please make sure your luggage has a name tag attached to the outside of each bag.
If you are traveling to Denali with the Alaska Railroad or Park Connection Bus, please note that you will need to stay overnight at the park entrance before heading to Denali Backcountry Lodge. Their scheduled arrival times do not align with the departure time to the lodge.*
We strongly recommend an additional night’s stay at the park entrance to allow for potential travel delays. After your stay, you can depart on the afternoon train to Fairbanks OR the bus to Anchorage. Other transportation options are available for the morning AFTER your return to the park entrance.
*Transportation is subject to delays, in this event we will do our best to accommodate your needs.
Denali Backcountry Lodge will be the ONLY lodge offering fly-in helicopter transfers and you will be one of the few that gets to experience this as part of the ultimate Alaska backcountry stay.
Available stays are 2, 3, 4 and 7-nights so you can make the most of your time at Denali Backcountry Lodge. We recommend staying for three or four nights so you can fully explore the area and experience the activities offered.
If your schedule and itinerary allow, we recommend a pre and post night at our partner property, Denali Cabins, or stays in Talkeetna (2.5 hour drive) or Fairbanks (2.5 hour drive). The transfer check-in time is 10:30 a.m. at the Denali Cabins and staying within driving distance or locally in Denali is recommended. Call our experts 800.808.8068 who will be able to help you make the most of your time in Denali.
All water fixtures at Denali Backcountry Lodge are designated as low-flow to help conserve water. Water is pulled from on-property wells which are then filtered and distributed to cabins.
Absolutely! We love exploring the backcountry, and our local staff can help you select a trail by sharing their favorite hiking locations. If you plan to go on a longer hike, we can also make sure you're prepared with a packed lunch. Bear spray is always available for all guests during their stay.
If you do plan on hiking on your own, we suggest bringing your own satellite communication device for use in emergency situations.
Though we cannot guarantee it, it is always possible you may spot wildlife while exploring Denali National Park and in Denali's backcountry.
Equipment rentals at the Denali Backcountry Lodge are free and included with all length of stays. This includes:
Based on Denali Backcountry Lodge's exclusive experience and personalized service, a suggested gratuity of 5% to 10% of the cost of your stay is recommended. If you have purchased alcohol at the lodge's bar during your stay, you can simply add a gratuity when you settle your tab.*
*Due to the remote location, Denali Backcountry Lodge will not be be accepting cash as payment. No ATM is available at Denali Backcountry Lodge.
