When operating, the application window historically ran during the month of May on recreation.gov, with winners notified in June. The lottery is currently suspended; check the official NPS source for any reinstatement before applying. Trip window: Suspended — check official.
National Park Service · AK
Denali Park Road Lottery
Lottery for a private-vehicle drive down the Denali Park Road in fall, historically run on recreation.gov each May. Currently suspended for the foreseeable future due to the Pretty Rocks landslide closure.
Permit requireddayUseEasy
Access requirement
How to get a permit
Denali Road Lottery (suspended — pending reinstatement)Lottery
Permit rules
QuotaWhen operating, the lottery awards single-day permits to drive a private vehicle down the Denali Park Road beyond the normal private-vehicle limit. Program is currently suspended due to the Pretty Rocks landslide closure of the road.
GroupPermit covers one private vehicle and its occupants.
FeesHistorically a $15 application fee per lottery entry, with a $25 vehicle permit fee for winners. Confirm current fees on the official source.
TransferCheck official source; permits historically tied to the selected applicant and date.
SafetyDenali Park Road remains closed at Mile 43 due to the Pretty Rocks landslide; the lottery is suspended. Verify road status and reinstatement with the park before planning.
Where to stay
Campgrounds nearby
Official campground records near this destination. Availability is labeled with the source actually checked.
Brushkana Creek Campground
Reservable + first-come · All sites are on a first come first served basis. Fee's per night=$20 for over night use Campground opening and closing dates are weather dependent and may vary from season to season. Generally Memorial Day through the first week of September (LaborDay) is typically when the site is accessible to the public.
Aug 25—Aug 26—Aug 27—Aug 28—Aug 29—Aug 30—Aug 31—
Availability: Recreation.gov