Triple Lakes Trail
The longest maintained trail in the park, about 15 km connecting the entrance area with McKinley Village and passing three alpine lakes.
The Triple Lakes Trail is about 15 km one way and is the longest maintained trail in the park. Starting near the visitor center, it crosses Hines Creek and a ridge, passes three lakes, and reaches McKinley Village on the south side, with views over the Nenana River valley along the way. Autumn, when the aspens and birches turn yellow, is especially beautiful. The full route takes 5–7 hours, but you can hike just the northern section to the lake and turn back. Arrange a shuttle at the end point in advance and carry bear spray.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Denali Visitor Center
- Denali Flightseeing
- Mount Healy Overlook Trail
- Murie Science and Learning Center
- Horseshoe Lake Trail
- Nenana River Canyon Rafting
- Denali Sled Dog Kennels
- Healy & Into the Wild Bus Replica