LET’S Go for a hike in denali!
Offering guided 3- 4 hour hikes in the National Park and the Denali Area for big groups and small private custom trips
We offer private guided hikes call or email for info
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We offer private guided hikes call or email for info 🏕
Triple lakes Trail
Trip Times: 8am & 2pm
Hiking Time 3-4 hours
Level: Easy/Moderate
Distance: 4-7 miles (Depending on group)
Elevation Gain: 800-1250 feet
This out-and-back hike on a graded path offers spectacular views of the Nenana River and the glacially carved Yanert Valley. At least 50 varieties of Denali’s wildflowers speckle the hillsides from purple pasque in the early season to fireweed later in the summer and delicious wild edible berries in the fall. After a gradual climb for 2 miles, the first alpine lake comes into view, and makes for a great turnaround snack break. With any luck, the resident beavers will be out for a swim. Two more alpine lakes await with a little more effort of uphill and miles.
OX BOW TRial
Trip Time : 6:15pm
Hiking Time: 2 hours
Level : Easy
Distance: 2 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 feet
This well-traveled graded flat path is the best option for travelers with young children or folks looking for a less strenuous hike. High above the Nenana River, this 2-mile hike contours the west banks of the river so you can watch rafters brave the 36-degree rapids. Besides the river views, there are panorama vistas of Mt. Fellows, Sugarloaf Mountain and Mt. Healy as you weave through the spruce, aspen and birch forest. Halfway through the hike, you’ll reach a gravel bar where you can test the temperatures of the river … if you dare.
Rock CReeK Trail
Trip Time: 8am & 2 pm
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Level: Moderate /Strenuous
Distance: 5 miles round trip
Elevation Gain: 950 feet
Often the reward to a hard hike is the view, but what about seeing sled dogs halfway through a hike? As the only national park with a working sled dog kennel, Denali harnesses the 100-year history of the Alaskan husky rangers who patrol and haul supplies in the winter, and enjoy pets from visitors in the summer. You can visit the kennel by taking the human-powered route on this quiet 5-mile invigorating loop trail via Rock Creek and Roadside trails through the boreal forest
call about our exclusive private trips
Would you like an exclusive private hiking adventure with just your group and our experienced guide? We can customize a hiking itinerary that caters to your pace and your exploration desires. There are a variety of marked—as well as off-the-beaten-path—options that our local guide Justin can provide. Justin can work with your group to tailor to your interest and miles for your adventure. Justin is a local, year-round resident who has extensive knowledge of the local area and numerous trails and off trail locations. He is a certified Wilderness First Responder. Leave No Trace Master Educator and has conducted research in Denali National Park for his Master’s thesis. He has trekked over 7,000 miles all over the world including all around Denali and has experienced climbing Denali. He has an intimate knowledge of surrounding history, animals, flora/fauna and will entertain you with stories about living year-round in such an amazing location. We aim to make this the one experience from your time in Alaska that you will always be talking about.
Costs:
Full Day (up to 8 hours) – Up to 4 people, $850 ($125 for each additional person)
Half Day (up to 4 hours) – Up to 4 people, $600 ($125 for each additional person)
Backpacking trips: Call or email for details 907 683 2040 info@newwaveraft.com
