On clear days, the visitor center alone offers impeccable views of the Alaskan Range, with Denali towering in the distance. The facility was even given a major renovation in 2008 to offer a more sleek and elegant profile tucked within the hillside. According to the park, wildlife can also be observed from the visitor center and along the Tundra Trail, though it should always be observed from a distance.

One of the most important things to note about this hike is that, although short, it can only be accessed by shuttle bus through the summer months. Private permits are granted for select weekends each year but have been known to sell out in minutes. For more information about traveling within the park, including bus information, click here.

Sources: https://www.recreation.gov/ticket/300014/ticket/2089 https://www.nps.gov/dena/planyourvisit/dayhiking.htm