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1-888-303-1925 in USA
Local: 1(907)683-1925
In Denali/Healy area or outside USA
----Denali
Outdoor Center is a full service outfitter for visitors to Denali
National Park, Alaska. Specializing in whitewater
rafting, kayaking and mountain
biking adventures, we offer more activities than any other Alaska
river outfitter located on the Nenana River. Friends and families
will have the opportunity to enjoy the natural wonders and beauty
of this spectacular destination with some of the best available
adventures for all ages and abilities near Alaska's crown jewel,
Denali National Park.
---Denali Outdoor
Center also offers economy cabin lodging and spectacular camping
in a private and yet convenient location. Situated on the shores
of Otto Lake, our newest facility is located just 2 miles south
of Healy, Alaska and only 10 minutes north of the Denali National
Park entrance. Our guests can experience the tranquil setting
of Otto Lake with a stay in one of our comfortable lakeside cabins.
Or, choose our private campground with spacious sites set in the
trees. Whether camping or in a cabin guests will enjoy outstanding
views of the Alaska Range.
---We also have
canoe and kayak rentals available for incredible access to the
quiet corners of this hidden gem. As well, some of the very best
mountain bike riding in the area begins right from our headquarters'
front door
Raft Trips
- Choose Your Adventure! Denali Outdoor Center offers
over 9 river trip launches daily. Raft on the boundary of Denali
National Park, Alaska and experience the splendor and excitement
of the Nenana River. The possibilities to create lifetime memories
are endless with over 40 miles of mild to wild whitewater adventure.
Free shuttle service is available from all local accommodations.
Paddle
Rafting - All Forward! Be prepared for hands-on
action in this activity. Participation is rule #1 on this class
II to IV whitewater excursion. After the paddle talk from your professional
guide you will be ready for the fun and excitement of the Nenana
River Canyon rapids. No prior experience is required but you must
be at least 14 years old to paddle!
Oar
Rafts - Enjoy The Ride! Enjoy the views and
just hold on for the excitement. Let your professional guide do
the work and navigate class II to class IV rapids depending on the
trip you choose. From mild to wild, oar rafting is for ages 5 and
up.
Inflatable Kayaks - Follow Your Leader!
First-time kayakers will receive thorough instruction from a professional
guide on this exciting and fun-filled adventure. Learn to kayak
and paddle class I, II and easy class III rapids on the boundary
of Denali National Park, Alaska. No prior experience is required
but you must be at least 14 years old to paddle!
Kayak & Canoe Rentals - Otto Lake!
The tranquil waters of Otto Lake offer spectacular views and great
opportunities for bird watching. Come and find the hidden gem of
Healy, Alaska only 10 minutes from the Denali Park entrance.
Get
Off The Bus - Take A Ride! Explore the outskirts
of Denali National Park with a mountain bike ride. There are a number
of good riding options located right out the door of our Otto Lake
headquarters. Or, try a "pedal into paradise" on the national
park road with half-day, full-day and multi-day rentals available.
Guided tours are also available twice daily from Otto Lake.
Professional
& Experienced Guides: Denali Outdoor Center is owned and
operated by 3 partners with over 50 years combined guiding experience
on the Nenana River. Our staff is regarded as the most highly trained,
experienced and professional river guides in Denali. We believe
the owners' commitment to daily operations is your guarantee of
the best quality service possible. Go with the locals' choice -
go with D.O.C.!
Dry
Suits: Not a wetsuit! Make no mistake; it keeps
you dry inside! We provide every whitewater guest with the comfort
and confidence of state-of-the-art river apparel. Glacial rivers
are unforgiving but with Kokatat and OS Systems "drysuits"
our guests can make a splash and have fun on or in the water. Our
prices are competitive but our suits are priceless - we think you
are worth it!! Check out our whitewater/drysuit
page for a complete description.
Denali
National Park is world renowned for it's premier wildlife, sightseeing
and scenic qualities in Alaska. Denali National Park is a six million
acre preserve encompassing Mt. McKinley (Denali) at 20, 320 feet. Vast
wilderness areas, with lush glacial valleys surrounded by numerous glaciated
peaks of the Alaska Range, create an awe-inspiring environment. Grizzly
bears, moose, caribou, wolves, lynx, fox and a host of other mammal
and bird species exist in a virtually untouched and harmonious ecosystem.
The Nenana River is the eastern boundary of
Denali National Park for nearly 40 miles. The glacial whitewater gradually
increases from mild class I moving current in the upper reaches to exciting
class III/IV rapids in the lower canyon. This allows for a variety of
options for river adventures to enhance your vacation to Denali National
Park, Alaska.
If Alaska's rivers are not your style, explore Denali National
Park by mountain bike and experience Alaska on a more intimate level.
We suggest a bus ride into the park and a bike ride out. You will need
to make reservations on a "Camper
Bus" available through the Wilderness
Access Center. Each bus has space for 2 bikes.
The Denali Outdoor Center rafting headquarters
are conveniently situated on the shores of the Nenana River within a
few minutes of the Denali National Park entrance. We also have our activities
base located 2 miles south of Healy, Alaska and only 10 minutes north
of the park entrance.
Join us for Alaska's best rafting, kayaking,
camping, canoeing and mountain biking from mid-May through mid-September
and float, paddle and pedal in the majestic surroundings of Denali National
Park, Alaska. Experience the splendor and panoramic views of the Alaska
Range and the Nenana River Gorge on some of Alaska's best adventures.
"Denali Outdoor Center is the most
diversified outfitter in Denali National Park, Alaska"
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