The Most Popular Airbnbs Within Driving Distance to Denali National Park

10.12.2024 - 21:45 / matadornetwork.com

Denali National Park is one of those landscapes you must see in person to properly appreciate. The continent’s highest peak rises above the Alaskan Range at a staggering 20,310 feet, and the park’s expanse, three times the size of Yellowstone, offers an unparalleled wilderness experience. Its untamed beauty, with the absence of manicured parking lots and boardwalks, allows you to immerse yourself in nature’s grandeur. A visit will surely gift you excellent wildlife viewing (big and small), with opportunities to see bears, moose, and wolves, and hiking through the park’s diverse landscapes, from the subalpine forests to the alpine tundra, promises an unforgettable adventure. When visiting, you’ll want to stay in the park in one of the five lodges, backcountry camp, or in a nearby Airbnb. With limited options within the park boundaries, there’s a nice selection of Airbnb properties suitable for couples and families or larger groups in nearby towns and communities. Many of these are located between Talkeetna and Trapper Creek, so there’s still a one to three hour drive involved. But those routes are beautiful and these homes make a great base for exploring the region at large. Here are some of the best options near Denali National Park, which have excellent reviews from past guests.

One of Airbnb’s top five percent listings — rated for five-star guest reviews, host reliability and communication, cancellation rates, and quality-related issues that have been reported to Airbnb — this authentic Alaskan log home is on Talkeetna Village Airstrip. This home is perfect for those who have their own plane — stay with me here — as you can fly in and park your aircraft in the front yard. For those out of staters who don’t have wings, the house is around 150 miles from the park entrance, making it a convenient base camp for exploring Denali on wheels. The cozy home has been recently updated from top to bottom, including new appliances, cedar tongue and groove, a sauna, and beautiful furniture. You’ll have sweeping views over Denali and the Alaska Range from the nearby Susitna River’s waterfront trail and can even watch planes taking off and landing from the living room.

Six guests, three bedrooms
Price: $375 per night

On Scotty Lake in Trapper Creek under an hour and a half south of Denali National Park entrance at George Parks Highway, is this charming lodge. It can accommodate up to 14 guests comfortably in its spruce log walls. It’s set on five acres with recreational trails, views of Denali, and promises of wildlife encounters. It’s another top five percent home, with past guests saying not only is it a superb rental for the park, but it instantly feels like home. If you get a rainy day, there’s lots to keep the