Teklanika River Campground

Denali National Park & Preserve


There are 53 sites, flush toilets, piped-in water and evening programs at this campground, popular with tenters, RVers and the occasional wolf or two.

You can drive to the campground, which is located past Mile 15, but you must stay a minimum of three days if you do, and you can’t use your vehicle until you’re ready to return to the park entrance. For $35, you can buy a Tek Pass that allows you to access the park bus system.


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