EarthSong Lodge.

• Author: Gallion, Mari
• Position: TRAVEL - Brief article

Most Alaskans are aware that Denali Village, commonly known as "Glitter Gulch," is boarded up for the winter season. However, those seeking a truly unique Denali experience can find it year-round at EarthSong Lodge in Healy, which focuses on Denali National Park dog sledding tours in the wintertime.

Prior to opening EarthSong Lodge in 1997, owner Jon Nierenberg worked as a park ranger in Denali from 1982 to 1995.

"We do everything from day trips to multi-day trips," day trips that go from one to four hours, and multi-day trips and expeditions that go up to ten days. And we have the exclusive permit to do dogsled guiding in the park. We've been doing that since 1985."

EarthSong Lodge caters to the independent traveler who wishes to more fully experience the nature and traditional activities of Denali.

"People like to stay with us because they get a lot more personal attention," Nierenberg says, adding that they can customize their tours to match their guests' skills, preparedness, and experience levels.

One of the tours offered highlights a trip along the Stampede Trail to the bus that was written about in John...