So How Cold Does It Get?

When the weather drops down to -20 and colder, the snow on the roads becomes sticky and makes for better traction. It is when the weather warms up to 15 above that it snows.

When it gets to about -50 we get ice fog. It is the neatest, and scariest thing out there. ice fog literally looks like floating pieces of ice, just hovering in the air. Witnessing ice fog is a unique experience, but driving through it can be treacherous.

In a matter of seconds you can loose all visibility when your windshield is completely covered in a sheet of ice! Pull over and thaw out before traveling on down the road. The wind can also cause bad visibility.

The Parks Hwy (3) traveling through Healy, McKinley Village, and Cantwell can be bumping and narrow in the winter. Travel with caution and always read over the weather reports before traveling. Slow down and keep plenty of distance between you and the car in front of you.

Always carry extra blankets, food, and winter clothes in the case of emergency. Winter driving survival handbooks are available and are a great resource guide.

Winter survival handbooks talk about how to prepare for any emergency, be it big or small. Read over your handbook before you begin any trek in the winter months and remember, the weather changes very quickly in Denali Alaska. Make sure your vehicle is in good running condition and has a good set of tires for winter driving.

A great handbook to add to your collection is CANADIAN WINTER DRIVER'S HANDBOOK By Ron and Eric Battiston. Driving conditions in Canada are very similar to the conditions you will encounter in Denali, Alaska. The book covers information such as winter survival, and what to do if you encounter wildlife.