Premier Alaskan Wilderness Experience
For over three decades, Kantishna Roadhouse has offered guests a unique opportunity to experience the heart of Denali National Park in a comfortable and intimate setting. After the Denali Park Road closure at Mile 43 in 2021, we adapted to a fly-in-only operation, creating an exceptionally remote and exclusive way to experience Kantishna.
In 2027, a new chapter begins. With the reopening of the Denali Park Road, guests will once again be able to journey deep into Denali by road and experience the remarkable landscapes, wildlife, and history along the way. While access is returning, the intimate character of Kantishna Roadhouse remains the same, offering a peaceful retreat far from the crowds and an unforgettable opportunity to experience Denali’s backcountry.
We look forward to welcoming guests back down the Denali Park Road and into the heart of Kantishna for our 2027 season.
2027 Season
June 11 – September 11, 2027
Kantishna Roadhouse offers flexible stays throughout our 2027 season, with arrivals and departures available every day. Guests can choose the dates that work best for their Denali adventure, with a 2-night minimum stay.
Package Rates Per Person / Per Night
(Based on multiple guest occupancy)
Adult Guest 2: $1200 + bed tax*
Adult Guest 3: $1050 + bed tax*
Adult Guest 4: $1050 + bed tax*
Children age 5-12: $960 + bed tax*
Single Occupancy: $1500 + bed tax*
Included: Round-trip bus transportation between the Denali National Park entrance area and Kantishna Roadhouse, National Park entrance fees, cabin accommodations with a full private bath, meals, guided hiking, interpretive programs, solo mountain biking, fly fishing, guided gold panning, and excursions to Wonder Lake to experience the incredible scenery of the Kantishna region.
Not included: Gratuities for lodge staff (cash or credit card), gift shop merchandise, and alcoholic and specialty beverages available for purchase on-site.
*The Denali Borough bed tax is $37.50/per person/night. Minimum guest age is five years old.
Getting to Kantishna
For the 2027 season, guests will once again travel to Kantishna Roadhouse by road!
With the reopening of the Denali Park Road, round-trip bus transportation between the Denali National Park entrance area and Kantishna Roadhouse is included in your stay. Our team will coordinate your transportation as part of your reservation.
The journey to Kantishna is an unforgettable part of the experience. Traveling deep into Denali National Park provides opportunities to take in the park’s vast landscapes, wildlife, and changing scenery as you make your way to our remote lodge near the end of the Denali Park Road.
The Denali Train Depot is our pick up point at 12:30 pm. Look for our red and white bus at the far end (south end) of the Denali Train Depot and check in with our expediter or driver.
Prefer to fly? Guests may also choose to fly in, fly out, or take a round-trip flight between Denali Air and Kantishna. Flights are $425 per person, one way, and include a Denali flyby. Flight time is approximately 55 minutes each way.
Flights depart from Denali Air, located about 10 minutes south of the Denali National Park entrance at Mile 229.5 on the Parks Highway. Departures are scheduled throughout the day, beginning at 8:30 a.m., with the final scheduled departure from Kantishna at 3:25 p.m. We’re happy to help coordinate a flight time that works best with your stay.
Arrival Schedule
12:30 PM – Check-in (Please be at the bus with your luggage no later than 12:45 pm to check in)
1:30 PM – Depart Denali Park Train Depot
7:45 PM – Arrive Kantishna Roadhouse
Departure Schedule
6:20 AM – Depart Kantishna Roadhouse **
11:30 AM – Arrive Denali Park Train Depot
** The departure day schedule is timed to connect with rail service and may change if the rail schedule changes.
Baggage Information
Bus Transportation
Bus luggage space is limited. Each guest may bring one piece of checked baggage, no larger than 24” x 14” x 9” and weighing no more than 35 lbs., plus one small carry-on that fits overhead or under the seat in front of you.
Flight Transportation
Guests traveling by air are limited to 25 lbs. of baggage per person. Baggage must be packed in a soft-sided, duffle-style bag.
Excess Baggage
Excess baggage is subject to a $50 fee per piece. Baggage exceeding the stated limits may not be accepted due to limited space.
Luggage storage is available near the Visitor Center bus stop and storage fees vary from $5.00 to $25.00 per bag. Guests must store excess and oversized baggage prior to boarding our bus at 1:00 pm. If you have any questions, please contact us by email at roadhouse@doyon.com, or by telephoning us at 800-230-7275.
Getting To And From Denali National Park
Alaska Railroad
The Alaska Railroad has daily departures from Anchorage and Fairbanks; reservations are necessary and can be made by calling (800) 544-0552 or visiting Alaska Railroad | Alaskan Tours & Vacations | Train Packages.
Arriving from Fairbanks
The incoming train to Denali Park from Fairbanks arrives at 12:00 PM. You can make an easy connection with our bus on the day of your reservation.
Arriving from Anchorage
The incoming train to Denali from Anchorage arrives at 3:45 PM. If arriving via train from Anchorage, you will need to arrive a day ahead of your reservation at the Kantishna Roadhouse and make a reservation to overnight near the park entrance and connect with our bus at 12:30 PM at the Rail Station the following day (the day of your reservation.)
Private/Rental Car
Major car rental companies are available in both Fairbanks and Anchorage.
It is wise to plan 6 hours for a leisurely drive from Anchorage to the park entrance and 3 hours driving time from Fairbanks.
IMPORTANT: Private vehicles must be parked at the Visitor’s Center parking lot. Private vehicles are NOT allowed to park at Denali Park Rail Station and will be towed at your expense if left there.
When arriving in Denali by car, please drop your bags off at our bus (which will be parked at the Denali Train Station at 12:30 pm) and park in the Visitor’s Center parking lot. Do NOT leave your car at the train station while staying at the Kantishna Roadhouse. The Visitor Center parking is a very short walk from the Train Station.
Motorcoach/Passenger Van
Motor coach and passenger van services are available from Anchorage, and passenger van service is available from Fairbanks. Reservations are necessary. We recommend The Park Connection motorcoach services from Anchorage to Denali; you can reserve online at www.alaskatravel.com or call them at 800-208-0200. From Fairbanks to Denali, we recommend the Alaska Yukon Trails; you can reserve online at www.alaskashuttle.com or call them at 800-770-7275.