Denali ATV Tours
Explore the backcountry surrounding Denali National Park on a guided side by side tour. Beginner friendly. Guests from 8 to 84.
Choose Your ATV Tour
Denali ATV tours run through the wilderness surrounding Denali National Park, giving riders access to backcountry terrain the park bus does not reach. Denali Park Adventures has run Denali ATV Adventures from our staging area on Otto Lake Road in Healy, Alaska since 2007, long before most operators in the region were running tours through the Stampede Corridor. No previous ATV experience is required. Multiple vehicle sizes accommodate solo riders, couples, and groups of up to six guests.
BEST SELLER
Denali Wilderness ATV Adventure
Explore Alaska's Stampede Corridor on a guided ATV adventure. Cover 10+ miles of wilderness trails with panoramic overlooks, creek crossings, and chances to spot moose, caribou, and bears. Open to all experience levels. Guests from 8 to 84.
GO FURTHER
3.5 Hour Trailblazer ATV Tour
Denali's most adventurous ATV tour covers 20 miles of rugged backcountry trails, glacial moraines, and taiga forest with stunning Alaska Range views. Perfect for those who want to push further into the wilderness.
SEASONAL
Midnight Sun ATV Tour
Chase the Midnight Sun on an ATV through Alaska's golden wilderness. This evening tour runs June through early August, when the Alaska Range holds alpenglow past midnight. A magical, one-of-a-kind way to experience Alaska's endless summer light.
PRIVATE
Private Guided ATV Tour
Your group, your guide, your pace. Choose the route, decide where to stop, and add gold panning, berry picking, or photo stops. No shared departures and no one else setting the schedule.
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Expert Guides on Every Adventure
Instant Confirmation. Local Team Ready
How Your Tour Works
From the moment you book to the moment you climb out of the ATV grinning ear-to-ear, your tour is designed every step to be simple, stress-free, and packed with Alaska. No guesswork, no complicated logistics, no last-minute scrambling, just a clear path from "I want to do this" to "I can't believe I just did that." Here's what to expect.
1. BOOK
Choose your tour, pick your date, and reserve online. Instant confirmation. No phone call required.
2. Prepare
We send a full what-to-wear, what-to-bring guide. Dress in layers. Closed-toe shoes. Something you don't mind getting muddy.
3. Get There
Your complimentary hotel shuttle picks you up. We handle the drive to the staging area on Otto Lake Road.
4. Hit The Trail
Your guide walks you through the vehicle, then you're off to backcountry trails, scenic stops, and wildlife views.
5. Come Back With Stories
That's the whole point. Your guide handles the gear. You handle the bragging.
Find Your Fit
All of our ATV tours are beginner-friendly. Here’s how to choose the one that fits your group.
RECOMMENDED: 2.5 HOUR WILDERNESS ATV TOUR
First Time? You're in the Right Place
No previous ATV experience needed. Before you roll, your guide walks you through vehicle controls, speed limits, and trail protocol. Side-by-side vehicles and ATVs do the hard work. You steer, and your guide leads. Guests in their 70s complete this tour every season. If you're wondering whether you can do this, the answer is yes.
RECOMMENDED: 3.5 HOUR TRAILBLAZER ATV TOUR
Ready for More Miles
Same vehicles as the Wilderness tour, more terrain. Built for guests who want to stay out longer and cover more ground. You're comfortable in the vehicle, comfortable with backcountry conditions, and ready to push further into the trail network. Still guided throughout.
RECOMMENDED: MIDNIGHT SUN ATV TOUR (SEASONAL)
Ride When the Sun Won't Set
Alaska's summer nights stay bright well past sunset. This tour runs in the evening when the light turns gold and the trail feels entirely different. Same terrain as the Wilderness tour. Same guides. A different experience entirely.
RECOMMENDED: PRIVATE GUIDED ATV TOUR
The Trail All To Yourself
Explore the Alaska backcountry at your pace and skill level! Our Explorer Tours are personalized guided tours catered to your group’s preferences - where to stop, tour speed, search for gold, pick berries - you decide!
WHAT'S INCLUDED ON EVERY TOUR
Everything below is included on every ATV tour.
Hotel Shuttle Pickup
Complimentary round-trip shuttle from your Denali area hotel to the ATV Tour launch site in Healy.
Safety Gear
Helmet, gloves, and eye protection provided for every rider.
Expert Local Guide
A local guide leads every tour, sets the pace for your group, and knows the trail.
Multiple Scenic Stops
Planned stops at viewpoints along the route. Time to take it in.
Wildlife Watching
Moose, caribou, and bears use the same backcountry terrain we ride through. Sightings are frequent, never guaranteed.
Route Briefing
Before you roll, your guide covers vehicle controls, trail protocol, and what to expect.
Atv of Your Choice
Single ATVs, 2-seat side-by-sides, 4-rider Wolverine X4, and 5-6 rider units available.
Post-tour Shuttle Return
After your adventures, the shuttle returns you to your hotel.
Denali Park Zipline
Guest Reviews
Rated 4.9 stars by guests who were once right where you are
5.0
5.0
Fantastic Experience!
Fantastic experience! The equipment was great, the scenery was awesome, and we felt safe and looked after. I gotta say what really put this over the top as the experience of a lifetime were our guides Stefan and Jeremiah. Those guys are AWESOME!! Very knowledgeable about the area, they pointed out several points of interest and answered everyone's questions along the way. Our shuttle bus drivers were also great, very friendly and accommodating. Overall, I'll give Denali ATV 6 stars if Yelp would let me. Highly recommended!
Lisa Marie M.
Thanks guys for a great memory
Took this ATV tour on Aug 9th and it was a blast. Although it was rainy, muddy, that just added to the experience. Our guides Bumblebee, Skeeter, and Bucket were great. The views were diminished due to the rain, but the trail experience and the drive thru the dry creek bed was awesome. The leads all participated in explaining different aspects of the stops we made and really enhanced the tour. I highly recommend this ATV experience if you are in the Denali Park area. Well worth it. Thanks, guys, for a great memory of our time in Denali!
Glenn R.
Beautiful, fun adventure!
Our family of 5 (ages 23-67) really enjoyed our atv adventure. We each rode our own ATV and had a blast. PIckup/dropoff from our hotel was super convenient. The guides were personable and informative. We stopped up top for beautiful evening views and then again in the dry creek bed for setting sun pictures. We ended with a ride through the creek and as we were almost back to the start, a mama moose and her baby walked right beside us! Beautiful, fun adventure! Highly recommend.
Elizabeth K
Why Guests Choose Our ATV Tours
Not every guest arrives the same way. We cater to different ages, different fitness levels, and different amounts of time in Denali. We've spent nearly 20 years matching visitors to the right experience. We are local guides who live here and we'll give you honest answers about what each tour actually involves, and no pressure to book more than you want.
Responsible Access
Adventure Green certified. Tread Lightly certified. We operate in sensitive terrain because we know how to take care of it.
Guides Who Know The Trails
Experienced guides. They know the trail systems, the viewpoints, and the history of the land.
Every Group With Its Own Vehicle
Solo riders, couples, families of six. We'll group you together across one or more ATVs or side-by-sides.
Honest About What to Expect
Our trails are rugged. You might hit mud. You might cross a stream. We tell you all of this before you book.
Questions Before You Book
Real answers to the questions guests ask most before booking.
Do I need ATV experience to join a tour?
No. Most of our guests have never driven an ATV or side-by-side before. Before the tour starts, your guide walks through vehicle controls, speed, and trail protocol at the staging area. We move at a pace that works for your group. If it's your first time, you're in exactly the right place.
Is this appropriate for older adults or guests with physical concerns?
Yes. Guests from 8 to 84 have completed this tour. Side-by-side vehicles do most of the mechanical work, making the ride accessible even if hiking or walking tours are not the right fit. We do cross bumpy terrain. If you have concerns about knees, hips, or back, call us before booking.
Are the ATV trails inside Denali National Park?
No. Our trails run through the wilderness surrounding Denali National Park. This is public backcountry land that ATVs can access and the park bus cannot. The terrain we ride through is real backcountry: creek crossings, muddy trails, and unobstructed Alaska Range views.
Is pricing per person or per vehicle?
Pricing is per vehicle, not per person. A single-rider ATV starts at $155. A 4-rider Wolverine X4 is $370, which works out to $92.50 per person. A 5 to 6 rider Viking VI is $450, as low as $75 per person. For couples and families, larger vehicles are almost always the better value.
Will I get muddy?
Probably. Creek crossings are part of the trail. That's not a warning. For most guests it's a selling point. The mud is real. The Alaska Range backdrop is also real. Both are better than the park bus.
What's Included?
Every ATV tour includes the following:
- Certified Guide
- Helmet
- Riding Gloves
- Goggles
What should I wear?
Layers (it can drop 15° in the shade), closed-toe shoes that can get wet, a neck gaiter for dust, and sunglasses. We provide the helmet and safety gear. Wear something you don't mind getting muddy or wet.
What should I bring?
Here's what to bring on your ATV tour:
- Closed-toe Shoes (Required)
- Face Mask (buff style face mask available for purchase)
- Warm Layers
- Rain Gear (disposable poncho available for purchase)
- Camera
- Driver's License
- Non-alcoholic drinks and snacks
- Cash for guide gratuities (optional)
Ready to Ride?
The Alaska wilderness is waiting. Pick your tour and reserve your spot today.