This is a copy by 'Cycling Around the World' from a leaflet
distributed by Denali NP Visitors Centre. Text was copied as it
as.
"...To make your visit more enjoyable, please read these rules and
safety tips before you begin your trip. The park road is paved
to Mile 1 5, Savage River Bridge and is graded gravel beyond.
Road conditions can be extremely dusty or muddy much of the summer.
A lot of the roadway beyond Mle 30 is narrow. There are no "shoulders" on
the road. Travel restrictions for private vehicles begin at Mile 15 so expect
more traffic up to this point. Bicycles are restricted to roadways--they may
not be ridden on trails or cross-country. Cyclists must comply with all applicable
traffic regulations-- keep to the right side of the road, ride "with" the traffic
and ride under control at all times.
Buses have the right-of-way on the unpaved sections of the road - if a bus approaches you from the front or rear, you must pull over and stop, putting, one foot down.
Watch for bears - they have charged cyclists near the roadside. Be especially
alert on blind corners or brushy areas. If you encounter a bear at close range
stop and dismount--do not try to outrun a bear! Back away slowly, keeping your
bike between you and the bear. Do not abandon your bike and run! Do not approach
or ride past a bear that is within 1/4 mile of the roadside--wait until it
moves away. Watch for buses that are stopped to view wildlife, especially animals
that are near the road. Approaching and feeding wildlife is prohibited.
Use common sense - do not stop on curves, narrow spots or areas with limited visibility. Control your speed on downhill sections. Meeting a bus on a downhill curve could be hazardous to your health and the 50 passengers on the bus!
Be prepared for changing weather conditions
Snow, freezing temperatures and cold rain are not uncommon in summer months'.
Proper clothing is a must. Be prepared to ride back as far as your ride
in--do not count on a bus to get you back--space is limited!
Small groups are permitted, up to 12 riders if spaced a reasonable distance apart. Remember, do not ride abreast. Commercial tours are prohibited.
Closed roads in spring and fall
During the shoulder seasons cyclists can ride beyond the road closure but
be alert for maintenance equipment and administrative traffic. Overnight
camping is not permitted beyond road closures.
Campgrounds
Register and pay camping fees before riding to your carnpground. Camping registration can be done in person at the Visitor Center or by calling the reservation system.
Backcountry Trips
Cyclists may bike the road in conjunction with a backcountry stay. A backcountry permit and bear resistant food container (BRFC) must be obtained at the Visitor Center no more than one day in advance. Bicycles cannot be taken into the backcountry. They can only be stored at the following locations: all campgrounds (sec campground hosts), Eielson Visitor Center, or the Toklat Road Camp. Panniers or saddlebags must be stored in the food lockers provided at these locations. Logistically this type of camping, can be challenging
Bicycling in Kantishna
Some old mining roads exist in Kantishna. Most cross private land at one point or another. Permission must be obtained from the landowner before crossing private land. If you are leaving, your bike on private land to begin a backcountry hike, seek permission of the landowner before doing so...."
