Stony Hill
The best place to get photos of Denali Park Road snaking off across the landscape.
Plan Around Stony Hill
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Stony Hill Details
Denali tour buses stop at Stony Hill, at mile marker 62, in part because it's the best place to get photos of Denali Park Road snaking off across the landscape toward Thorofare Pass, with Mt. McKinley looming beyond. The Stony Hill Overlook also is part of the domain of the Toklat wolf pack, so keep a sharp lookout.
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Nearby Parks Around Stony Hill
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Stony Hill
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1.3 mi away
Stony Dome
Hop off the shuttle bus between Highway Pass and Thorofare Pass to explore the Stony Dome area.
2.3 mi away
Thorofare Pass
Thorofare Pass at mile 64.45 of the park road is a popular photo spot.
2.5 mi away
Highway Pass
The highest point on the Denali Park Road, at 3,980 feet above sea level.
3.6 mi away
Thorofare Ridge Trail
This short but steep trail climbs the Thorofare Ridge for outstanding views of Denali (Mt. McKinley).
3.6 mi away
Tundra Loop Trail
Set out from the Eielson Visitor Center for a 0.3-mile walk through the park's alpine tundra.
