Denali Highway Jeep Excursion: Denali's Most Scenic Drive!

Start with complementary transportation from local Denali Canyon hotels or meet at the Jeep Tour Launch Site. Meet the Jeep Guides, complete participation waivers, receive driving and tour instructions. An adult over 25 years old from your group will need to drive and have their valid drivers license present. Jump into new 4-door Jeep Wranglers and follow the Guide Jeep onto the George Parks Highway, heading south toward Cantwell.

Travel through historic Cantwell (Yedatene Na). Tribal members of the Native Village of Cantwell are members of the Ahtna Regional Corporation. Cantwell is the western end of the Denali Highway and the southern-most, year-round, full-service stop in the Denali Borough.

Explore the #2 “Drive of a Lifetime” as ranked by National Geographic Traveler magazine on the scenic Denali Highway, a gravel road through untouched wilderness, offering breathtaking views of snow-capped mountains, icy glaciers, and panoramic vistas. Enjoy a 100+ mile round-trip excursion in the comfort of a new, 4-door Jeep, perfectly suited for the rugged terrain and equipped with two-way radios for communication with your guide, ensuring a personalized and flexible adventure. Seize the chance to witness Alaska’s natural wonders, including potential sightings of Denali and other majestic peaks of the Alaska Range, all while navigating through some of the state’s most spectacular scenery and wildlife habitats. Stops will be made for photography and scenic enjoyment. Since the Denali Highway is restricted for most rental cars and RVs, this tour offers a unique opportunity to explore more of Alaska’s incredible landscapes without crowds.

Known as Denali to Alaskans, the "High One" is visible along portions of the first 11 miles of the Denali Highway (weather permitting). As the Jeep Tour returns along the same route, this provides a second opportunity to see Denali.

The Nenana River, sourced from the Nenana Glacier, flows along the Denali Highway. While the Nenana River is a prime location for summer recreation, the heavy glacial silt does not make it ideal for fishing.