The South Denali area boast some of the best views of the 20,310-foot mountain in the state.

The charming and quirky town of Talkeetna offers a mix of outdoor adventures and Alaskan history.

The nearby Susitna, Chulitna and Talkeetna Rivers provide opportunities for rafting, fishing, kayaking, and jet boating.

Kayakers on peaceful Byers Lake may see trumpeter swans, loons, beavers, and perhaps an eagle soaring overhead.

Denali State Park is situated between the Talkeetna Mountains and the great Alaska Range.

The two summits of Denali as seen from the deck at Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge.