Denali Sled Dog Kennels
Denali Kennels
The only kennel in the United States where the National Park Service raises working dogs. In summer, visitors can watch sled dog demonstrations and interact with the dogs.
Denali's sled dogs have been the mainstay of winter patrols since the 1920s, and to this day Alaskan sled dogs still haul supplies and carry out patrols in winter. In summer the kennels are open to visitors, who can tour the dog houses and pet the dogs. Rangers hold a sled demonstration of about 30 minutes each day and explain the history. Admission is free. The visitor center operates free shuttles to the kennels, and parking spaces for private cars are limited. Demonstration times are subject to the daily announcements. The coordinates are approximate.
Opening hours
Summer approx. 9:30–16:30; demonstrations several times a day
Nearby sights
- Mount Healy Overlook Trail
- Murie Science and Learning Center
- Denali Visitor Center
- Triple Lakes Trail
- Horseshoe Lake Trail
- Denali Flightseeing
- Nenana River Canyon Rafting
- Healy & Into the Wild Bus Replica