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Welcome to Alaska Nature Guides - South Denali Hikes and Custom Tours

We offer hikes and custom trips with great naturalist guides in Talkeetna and Denali State Park, Alaska.
Let us show you the natural wonders of the South Denali area – we're the local experts!

Early Bird Discount: 10% off when booked before April 1st, 2012



Denali Wilderness Hike
: A moderately strenuous 5 ½-hour hike into the heart of Denali State Park’s spectacular wilderness.

Byers Lake Nature Walk
: An easy 2 ½-hour stroll in Denali State Park with an expert naturalist.

Talkeetna Lakes Hike
: Take a hike! Explore Talkeetna’s best trail with a great naturalist.

Custom Trips
: Birding, photo, or sightseeing tours, private hikes, and now... Winter Snowshoe Hikes!

Backpacking Trips
: Go for the ultimate Alaskan adventure!
Immerse yourself in Alaska's natural wonders on a 4- or 7-day trek.

Top five reasons to go with us:
Our guides: We pride ourselves in having the area's best guides. They love to share their insights and will help you to have a safe and enjoyable adventure that you will never forget. Please see the testimonials on each trip page.

Our stomping grounds: The South Denali area is paradise for hikers and those seeking to experience pure Alaskan nature. Its lakes, streams, woods and alpine ridges are home to black and brown bears, wolves, eagles, moose, spawning salmon, and an abundance of other wildlife. Take in stunning views of Denali (Mt. McKinley) without the crowds of the national park.

Our trips: From easy walks to week-long hikes, we have a trip to suit many interests, abilities, and itineraries. On a Princess cruise? We pick up daily at the Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge for our Byers Lake Nature Walk and Denali Wilderness Hike. On a Royal Celebrity cruise? Join us for the Talkeetna Lakes Hike!

Our commitment: Please visit our Why Us?  page to see how we go the extra mile to help protect the places we go.

Our way: The best way to experience Alaska is on foot. Under your own power and using your five senses, you will feel a closer connection to the Alaskan landscape. Come explore it with us on one of our daily trips, or let us design a custom trip that's perfect for you. Step off the beaten path and into the real Alaska, with Alaska Nature Guides.

Happy trails!
Howard and Noelle Carbone


Click to enlarge.  The map shows Talkeetna, Alaska and Denali State Park, where we guide our hikes.  Larger map will open in a new window.



Join us for a 4-day or 7-day backpacking trip on Kesugi Ridge in Denali State Park


Alaska Nature Guides
South Denali Hikes & Nature Walks * Great Guides * Custom Trips
PO Box 170, Talkeetna, AK 99676, (907) 733-1237, Email:  info@alaskanatureguides.com