Wonder Lake Campground

Wonder Lake Campground is a camping area on the shore of an alpine lake in Denali National Park with roughly 25 tent sites spread across tundra terrain. The location sits at the end of a long park road and offers direct views of North America's tallest mountain from many of its sites.

The campground was established in the 1930s following the construction of the park's main road system. This original infrastructure has been adapted over time to serve visitors traveling to this remote location.

Photographer Ansel Adams chose this location to capture some of his most famous images of the mountain and its surroundings. The place still draws photographers and artists who want to record the raw beauty of the Alaskan wilderness.

Access is only possible via park shuttle buses departing from the 85-mile point of Denali Park Road. The journey takes several hours, so arriving early and allowing plenty of time is essential for this outing.

On clear summer evenings around 10 to 11 PM, the mountain's reflection can be photographed in the lake when light conditions are just right. This rare view during the brief Arctic night creates a memorable moment for those with cameras.

Location: Denali Borough

Website: https://nps.gov/dena/planyourvisit/campground-wonder.htm

GPS coordinates: 63.45337,-150.86279

Latest update: December 15, 2025 13:24