Sable Pass

Embark on a challenging touring bicycle journey from Mountain Vista Day Use Area towards Polychrome Pass, deep within Denali National Park. This difficult route spans 66.6 miles (107.1 km), guiding you through a dramatic landscape where taiga forest gives way to expansive tundra, offering sweeping views of the Alaska Range. You will conquer a significant 5226 feet (1593 metres) of elevation gain, with an estimated duration of 10 hours and 31 minutes to complete this immersive ride.

Before you set out, be aware that the Denali Park Road is currently closed to through traffic beyond Mile 43 due to the Pretty Rocks Landslide, meaning a direct cycling route to Polychrome Pass is not possible via the road itself. The park anticipates the road will reopen in 2027. To navigate this, you can utilize the park's transit buses, which are equipped with bike racks, allowing you to bypass closed sections or shorten your ride as needed.

This route offers a unique opportunity for wilderness immersion and exceptional wildlife viewing. As you cycle, keep an eye out for caribou, Dall sheep, and moose roaming the wide-open spaces. While the full road to Polychrome Pass is temporarily inaccessible, the journey to Mile 43 still provides spectacular scenery, showcasing the colorful mountains and vast Plains of Murie that define this iconic part of Denali National Park.