About the Port
Perched on a bluff overlooking the Susitna River, this remote lodge sits within view of Denali, the continent's highest mountain, long known to Alaska Native peoples as "The Great One." Reached by motorcoach along the George Parks Highway or by dedicated rail service, the property serves as a peaceful basecamp for travelers seeking mountain scenery without a strenuous itinerary. Nature trails wind through the surrounding grounds, offering close encounters with boreal forest and, on clear days, unobstructed views of the peak.
A multi-story treehouse built by builder Pete Nelson provides an elevated vantage point for taking in the landscape, while the tour desk arranges optional outings for those wanting a more active day. Guests otherwise are free to set their own pace, whether relaxing on the property or exploring nearby trails. The lodge makes an easy gateway to Denali's vast wilderness for anyone visiting Alaska's Interior.
Pavlus Recommendations
How our planners would spend a day in Mt. Mckinley Princess Wilderness Lodge.
Climb the Treehouse Lookout
Ascend the multi-story treehouse crafted by builder Pete Nelson for one of the property's best unobstructed vantage points of Denali on a clear day.
Walk the Boreal Forest Trails
Set out on the network of nature trails winding through spruce forest around the bluff; loops take anywhere from twenty minutes to a couple hours at an easy pace.
Book an Optional Wilderness Excursion
Visit the tour desk to arrange a more active outing, from river rafting to flightseeing, for travelers wanting to venture beyond the lodge grounds.
Cruise Lines That Call Here
Cruises That Visit Mt. Mckinley Princess Wilderness Lodge
| Departs | Cruise Line | Ship | Itinerary | Nights | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 12, 2026 | Princess | Discovery Princess | 17 | $4,759 | |
| Aug 14, 2026 | Princess | Discovery Princess | 15 | $4,259 | |
| Aug 16, 2026 | Princess | Discovery Princess | 13 | $2,859 | |
| Aug 19, 2026 | Princess | Grand Princess | 17 | $5,019 | |
| Aug 26, 2026 | Princess | Grand Princess | 10 | $1,619 | |
| Aug 26, 2026 | Princess | Discovery Princess | 17 | $5,029 | |
| Sep 2, 2026 | Princess | Grand Princess | 17 | $5,269 | |
| Sep 3, 2026 | Princess | Island Princess | 13 | $2,273 | |
| Sep 4, 2026 | Princess | Grand Princess | 15 | $3,269 | |
| Sep 4, 2026 | Princess | Island Princess | 12 | $2,023 | |
| Sep 4, 2026 | Princess | Grand Princess | 15 | $4,569 | |
| Sep 4, 2026 | Princess | Grand Princess | 15 | $4,369 | |
| Sep 5, 2026 | Princess | Island Princess | 11 | $1,853 | |
| Sep 6, 2026 | Princess | Island Princess | 10 | $1,773 | |
| Sep 6, 2026 | Princess | Island Princess | 10 | $1,623 | |
| Sep 6, 2026 | Princess | Island Princess | 10 | $1,773 | |
| May 8, 2027 | Princess | Crown Princess | 14 | $3,978 | |
| May 8, 2027 | Princess | Crown Princess | 11 | $1,479 | |
| May 8, 2027 | Princess | Crown Princess | 13 | $1,759 | |
| May 8, 2027 | Princess | Crown Princess | 12 | $1,659 |
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