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The 32-room, Alaska Native-owned Kantishna Roadhouse is a comfortable, high-end oasis 95 miles inside Denali National Park’s pristine wilderness. Since few people make the journey back here, it’s like your own personal slice of Alaska . The old log structure and other remnants of the past remain, yet all the buildings have been renovated the past few years. There’s a cozy, log-cabin feel, yet everything is thoroughly modern.
Half the adventure is just getting to Kantishna Roadhouse. A shuttle picks you up at the train station and takes you to the end of the park road. With years of experience, your driver will be your introduction to this magical wilderness. Keep an eye out for bears, caribou, fox, moose, wolves and Mt. McKinley .
The original roadhouse was built in the early 1900s and served as a private residence, community center, post office, and inn for visitors. Many a tale was told over a cup of hot coffee and a hearty meal. Kantishna Roadhouse still serves the same friendly purpose, with the same spirit of camaraderie.
There’s an on-site dog kennel and dog-sled presentations from Iditarod-trained dog handlers. Two dining rooms serve international comfort food, and a separate dining room for the overnight guests gives you some privacy from the day visitors. And at night, the conference room in the Central Lodge is used for presentations. An Alaskan storyteller, author, geologist, bird specialist, or naturalist will be on hand to talk with those staying here every night.
And of course, all those wilderness activities of Denali National Park are available at your doorstep. Try your hand at fly fishing in Moose Creek. Hop on a mountain bike and explore the old mining road. Go for a hike or pan for gold.
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