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Harding Lake

The Harding Lake State Recreation Area, which is located about 45 miles south of Fairbanks, is one of the longest-standing facilities in the state park system.

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Nearby Parks Around Harding Lake

Compare nearby parks around Harding Lake when planning alternatives, extensions, or a follow-up trip.

78.6 mi away

Denali

National Park · AK

216.2 mi away

Gates Of The Arctic

National Park & Preserve · AK

306.5 mi away

Kenai Fjords

National Park · AK

377.6 mi away

Lake Clark

National Park · AK

390.9 mi away

Kobuk Valley

National Park · AK

500.3 mi away

Katmai

National Park · AK

Nearby Points of Interest Around Harding Lake

Explore nearby points of interest around Harding Lake to build stop-level options beyond this park's top picks.

66.8 mi away

Nenana River

Visitors to Denali cross the Nenana River just before they enter the park.

74.9 mi away

Healy

Healy, Alaska is home to hotels, restaurants, bed and breakfasts, outfitters, a brewery, and more.

75.4 mi away

Nenana Canyon

Nenana Canyon area -- a.k.a. "Glitter Gulch" -- is home to hotels, restaurants, shops, and bars.

76.6 mi away

Murie Science and Learning Center

The heart of Denali's education and outreach programs.

76.6 mi away

Winterfest

Denali is far less visited in winter than summer, but one event that does draw a crowd is the annual Winterfest.

76.6 mi away

Murie Science and Learning Center Trail

This short gravel trail connects the Murie Science and Learning Center with other trails.