Camp Denali’s remote setting is at the heart of who we are. Nestled deep within Denali National Park—two miles past Wonder Lake and near the end of the 92-mile park road—our location shapes both our community and our way of life. With the park road currently closed at Mile 43, we operate as a fly-in lodge. Staff arrive by small plane in late May and remain onsite until the season wraps up in mid-September.
Life here moves at a slower, more connected pace. Walking is our main mode of transportation, with bikes and canoes available for staff use when not needed by guests. For longer adventures, staff can often join naturalist-led outings or catch a ride with those groups for independent hiking, when space allows.
Living and working in such a remote corner of Alaska is both a challenge and a privilege—one that fosters resilience, camaraderie, and a rare closeness to the wilderness.
New seasonal staff are asked to arrive in Anchorage to connect with company-provided transportation to Camp Denali in late May. Exact dates are coordinated during the interview and hiring process. Employees are responsible for the cost of their plane ticket, but a travel stipend is provided upon completion of the full season to help offset travel expenses.
Upon arrival, incoming staff receive one complimentary night at the Parkside Guest House, our charming Bed and Breakfast in downtown Anchorage. This beautifully restored Craftsman-style home serves as a lively bunkhouse, with beds, sofas, and cots available—a great chance to meet and mingle with your summer community. Early the next morning, we provide transportation for the five-hour drive to the Park Entrance, followed by a short flight to Camp Denali.
At the end of the season, we reverse the process: staff are transported back to Anchorage and receive another night at the Parkside Guest House before departing or continuing their Alaskan adventure.
