Wonder Lake
Closed until further notice. The Denali Park Road is closed at mile 43 due to the Pretty Rocks Landslide, preventing all access to Wonder Lake at mile 85. The closure is expected to remain through summer 2026 while bridge construction under the Polychrome Area Plan proceeds.
Wind Advisory issued October 8 at 12:29PM AKDT until October 11 at 1:00AM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
* WHAT...Southeast winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected. * WHERE...Windy Pass. * WHEN...From 4 PM Friday to 1 AM AKDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
About
Wonder Lake Campground is the closest campground to Denali (Mount McKinley) within Denali National Park & Preserve. Located at mile 85 on the Denali Park Road, this remote destination offers 28 tent-only campsites with views that on clear days are unforgettable. Though the mountain sits nearly 26 miles away, its sheer scale of over 20,000 feet makes it appear to loom directly over the campground. The campground provides bear-proof food lockers throughout, a sheltered dining area for inclement weather, and potable water during the operating season. Flush toilets are available seasonally with vault toilets year-round. Open fires are prohibited; campers must bring camping stoves for cooking. The area is notorious for intense mosquito activity from early June through early September, and bringing a head net is essential. Private vehicles cannot access Wonder Lake. Campers must book a specialized camper bus ticket in addition to their campsite reservation. The bus ride from the park entrance to Wonder Lake takes several hours and travels through prime wildlife habitat.
Directions
Visitors cannot drive to Wonder Lake Campground. It is located at mile 85 on the Denali Park Road and is only accessible via specialized park camper buses. Book a camper bus ticket in addition to campground fees.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | No |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $16 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| denali_info@nps.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (907) 683-9532 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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