George Parks – Sunset – Denali

The George Parks Highway opens up a world of possibilities for wandering and discovering the beauty of Denali National Park. Yet, both the highway and the park are vast, and we dedicated a significant portion of our day to traversing it in search of the perfect spot to witness the sunset.

Finally, we stumbled upon an elevated vantage point with an unobstructed view of the valley and the towering mountains. Our timing was fortuitous as the lingering smoke from recent wildfires had largely dissipated, allowing the sky to burst with vibrant hues. The closest mountain in the foreground stands sharply defined, with each individual tree discernible. In the distance, the succeeding range of mountains gracefully softens into the atmospheric haze and lingering traces of smoke, creating a captivating contrast. The rich, vivid sky harmoniously ties all these elements together, resulting in a mesmerizing image.