Denali Viewpoint South
A lookout beside the Parks Highway in Denali State Park, offering a head-on view across the Chulitna River valley to Denali and its glacier-covered peaks.
The viewpoint sits about 135 miles along the Parks Highway and is the classic place to see Denali from the road. The whole sweep of the Alaska Range stretches out in front of you, and interpretive signs identify the peaks and glaciers. Rangers often give talks here in summer. There is a parking lot, restrooms, and a campground, and admission is free. It is about an hour's drive from Talkeetna and can be combined with Byers Lake and the K'esugi Ridge for a day trip. The peaks are often hidden by clouds, so whether you see them is a matter of luck.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Byers Lake
- Talkeetna Riverfront Park
- Walter Harper Talkeetna Ranger Station
- Talkeetna Historic District
- Hurricane Turn Train
- Talkeetna Historical Society Museum
- Talkeetna River Jet Boat Tours
- Talkeetna Lakes Park