Sanctuary River

Overview

Open in summer only (May 20 to mid-September). Sanctuary River is a heavily wooded campground, with screening between most sites. The immediate area is brushy, but nearby mountains offer chances to hike directly from the campground and gain elevation, with views of Mount McKinley to the south possible on clear days,…

Operator

National Park

Camping types

Tent

Sites

7 campsites

Fee

From $25 per night (confirm with the operator)

Reservations

Reservable online

Phone

800-622-7275

Amenities

Location

Nearby adventures

Outdoor things to do around Sanctuary River, shown on the map above. Distances are straight-line from the campground, so driving or walking will be longer; trail details are approximate. Confirm access and conditions with the land manager.

Hikes and trailheads

• Savage Cabin Interpretive TrailheadTrailhead · 6.5 mi from campShow on map
• Savage Alpine TrailheadTrailhead · 6.7 mi from campShow on map

Scenic sights

• Denali ViewpointViewpoint · 2.0 mi from campShow on map
• Teklanika River ViewpointViewpoint · 5.5 mi from campShow on map

Trail and sight data: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

Reviews

Data sources

• National Park Service API — Public domain (U.S. Government work)

Listing details come from the sources above and may be out of date. Confirm fees, dates and closures with the operator before you travel.