Denali news
All the on-the-ground news from Denali: closures, conditions, reopenings and alerts that help you plan your visit.
Denali Shifts Into Winter Mode: The Visitor Center Moves to Mile 1.3
As of September 24, 2026, Denali's visitor services move to the Murie Science Center, and private vehicle access to mile 30 closes soon.
Denali By Erika Müller
Denali Park Road now open to the Teklanika River
The Denali Park Road is currently open to Mile 30, at the Teklanika River. Here's what that means for your visit.
Denali By Erika Müller
Denali: Park Road Opens to Private Vehicles as Far as Teklanika on Sept. 18
Starting September 18, 2026, you can drive your own vehicle to mile 30 of the Denali Park Road, weather permitting.
Denali By Erika Müller
Denali: Active Bears Close or Restrict Campgrounds Until Further Notice
At Denali, bear activity has closed Igloo Campground, restricted Teklanika to hard-sided vehicles, and shut down two backcountry units.
Denali By Erika Müller
Denali: Pretty Rocks Bridge Complete, West End of the Road Set to Reopen
The Pretty Rocks Bridge opened September 3, 2026, a major step toward reopening the western half of Denali Park Road, closed since 2021.
Denali By Erika Müller
