Fun Facts
What year was the park established?
1980
What state is Denali in?
Alaska
What does the big 5 mean?
The 5 most common mammals found in Denali
What range of months is considered winter?
October to March
How many ways are there to get in and out of the park?
1 road
How much does it cost to enter?
$15
How many bird species are there?
Over 130
What month has the most rainfall?
August
What percent of the park is permafrost?
45%
Name 3 things to do.
Answers vary
moose, caribou, dall sheep, wolves, grizzly bears
How many feet of rainfall does Denali get annually?
16.85 feet
How many named glaciers are there?
40
What covers 1/4 of the park?
Glaciers
How many plant species are there?
Over 1500
How many days of the year does it rain?
145
What was Denali's old name?
Mount McKinley
What size is Denali National Park?
9,492 square miles
What are 3 most common type of trees?
Spruce, fir, pine
Explain what permafrost is.
When something is always frozen