National parks near Anchorage

Closest first

The list shows up to 10 closest parks within 500 miles; if none are within that range, it shows the 3 nearest overall. Distances are straight-line miles from the city center to approximate park coordinates. Drive times are rough estimates based on distance, not live routing; ferry, traffic, road closures, and seasonal access can change a trip. Confirm routes and current conditions with the National Park Service before you go. Open the app for parks near wherever you are right now.

• 1 Kenai Fjords · Alaska · 12+ trails · Free90 mi · ~2 hr drive estimate
• 2 Lake Clark · Alaska · backcountry · Free119 mi · flight or boat required
• 3 Denali · Alaska · 39+ trails · $15 / person147 mi · ~3 hr drive estimate
• 4 Wrangell–St. Elias · Alaska · backcountry · Free230 mi · ~5 hr drive estimate
• 5 Katmai · Alaska · 9+ trails · Free257 mi · flight or boat required
• 6 Gates of the Arctic · Alaska · backcountry · Free464 mi · flight or boat required

Planning a trip from Anchorage

By our rough distance-based estimate, Kenai Fjords, Denali, Wrangell–St. Elias are within about six hours by road. Actual travel times vary; check a current route and reserve campsites or lodging ahead in peak season.

Each park page covers popular trails, camping, entrance fees, and the best time to visit. In ParkAtlas, the home screen shows unvisited parks within reach of your current location and lets you log the one you pick.