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Discovering Denali: A Complete Reference Guide to Denali National Park and Mount McKinley, Alaska | 
 enlarge | Author: Dow Scoggins
Publisher: iUniverse
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  9 reviews
Sales Rank: 295067
Media: Paperback
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 322
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 8.8 x 6 x 0.8
ISBN: 0595297374
Dewey Decimal Number: 917
EAN: 9780595297375
ASIN: 0595297374
Publication Date: January 2004
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Preparing for a trip where the forecast is chance of sunshine, partly cloudy, rain, and possibly an earthquake is a daunting task. Discovering Denali is an all-inclusive tour guide to Denali National Park and Mount McKinley. Find the secrets of Denali's treasures: - The Denali Grand Slam--Dall sheep, caribou, moose and grizzly bears
- Arctic High Altitude Mountaineering
- Local festivals and events such as the Nenana Ice Classic and the Talkeetna Moose Dropping Festival
- The annual lottery to be allowed to drive the length of the park
Discovering Denali is a compendium of all things Denali, including hiking and climbing maps, summer and winter activities, wildlife, local towns, and state parks.
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 Like a Frommer's or Fodor's Guide to the Denali NP Area April 11, 2006
9 out of 9 found this review helpful
This book is very thorough in covering everything around Denali National Park, and I mean everything. There is a trade off in that it isn't very deep in any one area, but if you are afraid that you are going to miss out on a hidden gem in the area, get this book. I used it on my last two trips to the find restaurants I never knew of and a better campground to stay in when I couldn't get into the park.
A couple of considerations, there are few illustrations in this book and it really does read like a Fodor's guide, so it is not a thrilling cover to cover read. Also, the information is starting to get a little dated. The information is still valid, although prices and schedules are probably getting out of date. Hopefully a new edition will come out in the next couple of years.
Discover Denali easy way August 6, 2005
13 out of 13 found this review helpful
Once you get there, you learn that Alaska is EXPENSIVE, especially mistakes in planning well ahead. As is Denali National Park. And more you know, the better. For those planning a trip to Denali NP a word-of-mouth is probably the best way to go. The book by Dow Scoggins offers a good starting point and a reference for the w.o.m. search. Myself, I bought four guidebooks about Alaska and Denali, three more-or-less useless, rather collections of ads by different operators from the region, and the Scoggins' one. After being there, I can tell you that the book is worth the money.
Very Enticing Book: Now I Have To Go There! January 9, 2005
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
Discovering Denali by Dow Scroggins is a "Complete Reference Guide to Denali National Park and Mount McKinley, Alaska," and the subtitle says it all. This book is a must for anyone going to Denali National Park area or to attempt climbing Mount McKinley (Denali). Scroggins details the beauties, necessities, delights, and dangers of this Wilderness adventure. He is specific in telling what equipment to bring and what to expect on many different trails. He covers all seasons individually. You'll also find an excellent guide to animals and plants found in this special area of the United States. He has included an interesting history of Denali National Park, driving and transportation information, as well as lodging and restaurants, activities, maps, and calendar of events. This is the best guide we have seen of what you need to know before you go to this vast and beautiful wilderness, whether you are a one day sight-seer, a camper, a back-pack hiker, or an expert mountain climber.
Finally a complete guide to Denali National Park, AK January 17, 2004
9 out of 9 found this review helpful
Discovering Denali includes information on how to get to the park, what to see on the way, where to stay (including campsites, bed and breakfasts, hotels, motels), side trips and excursions, and tips for fishing, hiking, flightseeing and even climbing Mt. McKinley (also know as Denali, "the High One"). There are also bits of interesting history and folklore, extensive maps, and some personal insights by the author. It is the first and only source of information that provides detailed descriptions about the 43 individual sections of the park, including backpacking and camping information that heretofore has only been available upon arrival.
Finally, a great guide! January 11, 2003
7 out of 8 found this review helpful
In my many treks to Denali, I have never Had to search for places and things that I had not explored- until I purchased this guide. The author brings to life the Park, as well as a reason to take the 'trail less traveled', as if there was a passion and connection with with the land that he so describes.
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