When: August 15-August 16, 2025

Trip Fees:

• $149 for Adventure Club Members

• $199 for all others

• Scholarships are available, please click the button below to apply.

Where: Meet at the Byers Lake Boat Launch on Day 1.

Parking: Participants are responsible for their own transportation and applicable parking fees. When registering for the event, let us know if you’re interested in carpooling!

About: If you’ve ever wondered about the Kesugi or Curry Ridge areas, this trip is for you! This two-day adventure includes paddling and hiking at two locations in Denali State Park – Byers Lake and Curry Ridge. On day 1, we’ll canoe around Byers Lake and visit a unique, historic cabin along its shore. Participants can camp or arrange other lodgings for that night. On day 2, we’ll hike from Kesugi Ken up to Curry Ridge for views (weather permitting) of Denali and the Alaska Range. Fall colors should be peaking.

• Difficulty: Moderate for most paddlers and hikers

• Distance:

  • Day 1: Paddling approximately 4 hours, hiking approximately 1 mile

  • Day 2: Hiking approximately 7 miles

Additional details, information on what to bring, etc. are provided during the registration process.

Not included:

• Transportation to and from Denali State Park (when registering, let us know if you’re interested in carpooling with other participants)

• Meals, snacks, and water

• Personal gear 

• Parking fees (Byers Lake and Kesugi Ken each require an Alaska State Parks parking pass or cost $5/day)

• Camping/lodging fees - overnight camping is available throughout Denali State Park.

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About the Field Trip Series: Do you love to hike, mountain bike, or paddle but want adventure buddies? Revel Field Trips are small-group, guided adventures that explore local trails by foot, bike, or boat.