Title: McKinley Park Travel Guide: Best of McKinley Park, Denali National Park Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in McKinley Park](https://expedia.co.uk/McKinley-Park-Hotels.d6232836.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in McKinley Park](https://expedia.co.uk/McKinley-Park-Holiday-Rentals.d6232836.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[McKinley Park Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-McKinley-Park.d6232836.Car-Hire-Guide)[McKinley Park Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/McKinley-Park.d6232836.Holidays-City-Breaks) # McKinley Park Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![0_NA008588](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6232836/0ab7619b-e445-45f4-ad0d-9d3f139e8460.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![0_NA008588](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6232836/0ab7619b-e445-45f4-ad0d-9d3f139e8460.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Reflection of Mt. McKinley in a Lake at Sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6232836/4ca30449-f7ce-4c64-86b2-f56d92203512.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![After looking at these colors I conclude that first week of September is probably the best time to visit Denali if you’re looking for fall colors. #LifeAtExpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6232836/4d1497ca-6f57-4662-96e1-b36bb0ea2d24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Leaving Denali Park Depot, heading back to Anchorage on the Alaska Railroad. #train](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6232836/c9e9b427-0cc7-467e-8265-219ea9b7f8e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit McKinley Park Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_6232836) - Top hotels in McKinley Park - Top Holiday Rentals in McKinley Park ![Holland America Denali Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/200000/191600/191544/71fed388_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holland America Denali Lodge Milepost 238.5 George Parks Hwy Denali National Park AK Stay at this business-friendly resort in Denali National Park. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful ... 8/10 Very Good! (999 reviews) Great experience in Denali Excellent rooms! There was some really nice little trails that we could lock on around the property as well. Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F03%2F2026&endDate=13%2F03%2F2026&selected=191544&PinnedHotelID=191544&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6232836) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F03%2F2026&endDate=13%2F03%2F2026&selected=191544&PinnedHotelID=191544&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6232836) ![Denali Rainbow Village RV Park and Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11730000/11721500/11721469/f2437e2f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Denali Rainbow Village RV Park and Motel Mile 238.6 Parks Highway Denali National Park AK Stay at this motel in Denali National Park. Enjoy free parking, 3 restaurants and free train station pick-up. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F03%2F2026&endDate=13%2F03%2F2026&selected=11721469&PinnedHotelID=11721469&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6232836) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F03%2F2026&endDate=13%2F03%2F2026&selected=11721469&PinnedHotelID=11721469&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6232836) ![Denali Bluffs Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/100000/97700/97674/51c19b6e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Denali Bluffs Hotel Mile 238 4 George Parks Hwy Denali National Park AK Stay at this hotel in Denali National Park. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk and a business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (833 reviews) Spectacular views of Denali area. Nice daytime shuttle to Denali visitors center, RR Depot, & Bluff restaurant. Helpful staff. Peaceful. Nice room. Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F03%2F2026&endDate=13%2F03%2F2026&selected=97674&PinnedHotelID=97674&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6232836) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F03%2F2026&endDate=13%2F03%2F2026&selected=97674&PinnedHotelID=97674&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6232836) [See all 121 properties in McKinley Park](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=28%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6232836) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Carlo Creek Cabins](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72550000/72545500/72545500/ce785481_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Carlo Creek Cabins 181 Carlo Creek Rd.Mile 224 Parks Hwy. Denali National Park AK Stay at this campsite in Denali National Park. Enjoy free parking, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). 9/10 Wonderful! (28 reviews) Such a nice property. Very homey and quiet. My bed was so comfortable. The mattress and pillow were like sleeping on a cloud. Reviewed on 7 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Denali-National-Park-Hotels-Carlo-Creek-Cabins.h72545500.Hotel-Information) ![○ ☽ ☆ Denali Moonrise Cabin - Stunning Mountain Views](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106310000/106302000/106301967/b8e6a722_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### ○ ☽ ☆ Denali Moonrise Cabin - Stunning Mountain Views Denali National Park and Preserve AK Stay at this cabin in Denali National Park. Enjoy laundry facilities and patios. 10/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews) I was lucky to get this booking. Simple and small. The outdoor shower and outhouse was no problem at all - very clean and well thought out. I recommend this place for your Denali stay. Reviewed on 30 Aug 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Denali-National-Park-Hotels-Denali-Moonrise-Cabin-Stunning-Mountain-Views.h106301967.Hotel-Information) ![Log House on Denali Airstrip at Mile Post 229.5 of the Parks Highway.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67230000/67226100/67226065/b77c1647_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Log House on Denali Airstrip at Mile Post 229.5 of the Parks Highway. Denali National Park and Preserve AK Stay at this holiday home in Denali National Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bouvet-Island-Hotels-Log-House-On-Denali-Airstrip.h67226065.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in McKinley Park](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6232836&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check McKinley Park hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6232836&startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27)[26 Feb - 27 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6232836&startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6232836&startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28)[27 Feb - 28 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6232836&startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6232836&startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026)[27 Feb - 1 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6232836&startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6232836&startDate=06%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026)[6 Mar - 8 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6232836&startDate=06%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Gravel hiking trail bends off to the right away from a gravel river bed snaking across the valley below the Eielson visitor center in Denali National Park and Preserve](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6193865/62c8962f-49bf-4402-8887-499ebb51a809.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Denali National Park Visitors Center Denali National Park Visitors Center is just one of the places to see in McKinley Park, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Denali-National-Park-Visitors-Center-Denali-National-Park.d6193865.Attraction) ![Majestic caribou bull in front of the mount Denali,](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635998150034/c1dbfe72-448c-4b75-877d-2e337910f666.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Denali National Park Explore the great outdoors at Denali National Park, a lovely green space in Denali National Park. Wander the scenic parks and riverfront in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Denali-National-Park-Denali-National-Park.d553248635998150034.Attraction) ![Denali is the highest mountain peak in North America, located in Alaska, Shutterstock ID 526530910, Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532649810/425f268c-b2c5-4a16-9f6a-6eaab6c9042c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount McKinley Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount McKinley during your travels in Denali National Park. Wander the scenic parks and riverfront in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Denali-Denali-National-Park.d553248621532649810.Attraction) ![Flower on Mt Healy Overlook Trail](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532649821/78a07a09-4385-46c8-848c-28c034acd516.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mt. Healy Overlook Trail You can take time to visit Mt. Healy Overlook Trail during your travels to Denali National Park. Wander the area's scenic parks or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mt-Healy-Overlook-Trail-Denali-National-Park.d553248621532649821.Attraction) ![Take the bus tour to Kantishna Roadhouse – it's worth the trip! #Denali #NationalPark](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621561074003/793cfb03-899f-4780-8fcc-7f310dba1d5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Eielson Visitor Center Eielson Visitor Center is just one of the places to see in Denali National Park, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the scenic parks and riverfront in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Eielson-Visitor-Center-Denali-National-Park.d553248621561074003.Attraction) #### Wilderness Access Center Explore the great outdoors at Wilderness Access Center, a lovely green space in McKinley Park. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wilderness-Access-Center-Denali-National-Park.d553248621561074004.Attraction) ### Things to do ![3 Hour SHERP Tour: Denali Fat Truck Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44799872/e1d5c492-c1ef-44ab-b9bf-0cf202c121c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 3 Hour SHERP Tour: Denali Fat Truck Tours £182 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/3-hour-sherp-tour-denali-fat-truck-tours.a44799872.activity-details) [See all activities in McKinley Park](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-McKinley-Park.d6232836.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near McKinley Park ![Denali featuring mountains and views as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182907/76c485d4-0892-4566-8680-7907146d668c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Denali National Park - Cities near McKinley Park - Places of interest [Denali National Park](https://expedia.co.uk/Denali-National-Park.dx182907) - [Denali National Park Visitors Center ](https://expedia.co.uk/Denali-National-Park-Visitors-Center-Denali-National-Park.d6193865.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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