Saturday, May 25, a group of friends and I did an out-and-back from Savage River, 12 miles into the park. Completely clear skies allowed the sun and cool air to compliment each other nicely. We split into two groups part-way through, and mine made it a few miles past the mostly frozen Teklanika River. The frozen river is a reminder that weather near the tallest peak in North America is very dynamic.
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Savage River, as far as the public is allowed to drive.
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Visitors can bus, bike or simply hike into the park.
Snow and melt water were both prevalent, and crews were on hand to try and keep them heading the right directions.
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Road work crew.
This includes keeping culverts clear of ice, which can be a tricky operation.
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Deeper then expected.
We started at 11, and biked roughly 50 miles before returning just before 6 p.m. A fantastic time to bike, but difficult time to photograph. But this trip was about having a good time with friends, and we managed to meet up right before the final uphill, before relaxing and snacking at the top.
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Left to right: Charlie, Louise, Denali, Nick, Robin and David.
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Budding willows with Denali in the background.
Tagged: Alaska, art, Art Photography, Biking, Color, Color photography, Denali National Park, Friends, People, photo, photography, Savage River, snow, travel, Weather Image may be NSFW.
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