EarthSong Lodge & Denali Dog Sled Expeditions

Stayed 3 nights at Earthsong in late July. We were excited to stay here, loving the isolated lodging in the Alaska wilderness. When we arrived, a For Sale sign greeted us in the driveway. Our cabin was nice, the staff was very attentive and accommodating, and I would stay here again. That being said, the place just seemed a little tired. An old abandoned looking truck was left next to the lodge. The lodge had pieces of wood blocking the stairs leading to the front porch, keeping guests from relaxing in the chairs there. A huge metal waste container bigger than the truck was also next to the lodge. The sled dog kennels looked abandoned and not maintained. It just had that vibe of waiting for the next owner. I wish we could have visited 10 years ago....

Our cabin was just the right size for 2 of us. The common Skye Kiosk kitchen area and the library were a bonus. The coffee shop next door has really good and inexpensive breakfasts. We loved staying away from town, enjoying the stunning Alaska scenery. |Internet was very poor but somehow we survived!

Had a pleasant and cozy experience and stay at the lodge. The staff was attentive when reaching out and the accommodations comfortable. ||The common kitchen is a great idea and having coffee available for the start/end of a day is welcome.||While the Internet was by in large average speed, the goal was to disconnect. The Lodge is roughly 20-25 minutes north of Denali.

The location was a bit off the highway which allowed for peaceful rest. The cabins are a tad small but cozy with a fair amount of amenities. There’s a cafe on property which was perfect for a quick morning coffee. Check-in and check-out was all self-service making it a seamless experience.

We had a one night stay here. Our cabin had plenty of room for all our luggage. Beds were okay. There is a kiosk on site to use a microwave get a coffee or get a small amount of ice for your drinks. The curtains are fairly opaque so you can get semi-darkness for sleep. The host was very helpful and kind.

Great for travelers who have a car and are looking to be farther away from the tour group crowds. We enjoyed our stay here in the cozy cabins for our trip to Denali. It is in Healy which is the main "town" adjacent to Denali, but not too far from the park entrance (~30 mins). This was worth it for us as the hotels closer to the park entrance were quite expensive! The property has a stunning view of the surrounding areas and we really enjoyed seeing the sunrise and some newly snow capped mountains one morning. There was a communal kitchen area which was appreciated and a very cute little library yurt. The cabins are small, clean, and all that you need. There was wifi on the property, but the signal didn't carry into the cabins. I would recommend this property to friends and family visiting Denali!

We just stayed at Earthsong in July of 2024. The place is fantastic. We would highly recommend it. Our cabin was awesome. It was spotless and very comfortable and the views are fantastic. The property manager Tye, was friendly, always easy to talk to and was always around to be sure we had everything we need. The cafe was a big plus for us because of the added convenience of having a great breakfast before heading out to Denali, and grabbing a great box lunch to take on our day trips. We had a great stay and would definitely stay there again!

This was a great place to stay while visiting Denali. Even though it is a bit out of the way it was why we chose it...to get away from the crowds of the town. The lodge is quiet, peaceful and the cabins were clean and well kept. The property was inviting with flowers everywhere. The host Jon was welcoming and friendly. It was a perfect place to stay,

Unique, quiet and peaceful. On a clear day go all the way down the road and you'll see Denali.

We stayed here around a year ago, and it was SUCH an amazing experience. We got to meet the dogs that the owners used on their dog sled teams, and the cabins were clean and beautiful. It was one of the best parts of our trip, and we have made it a goal to come back and do a dog sled expedition. 100 percent have been recommending it everyone back home.

We booked Earthsong for the super cute cabins and lucked into a bonus sled dog experience! Courtney could not have been more gracious and accommodating in giving us a tour of the kennel. We had seen a grizzly up-close in Denali that day but my kids were more excited about running around with the huskies. Back to the lodging: our cabin was clean, livable, and well-appointed. We didn't want to leave!

We stayed here with friends on a visit to the Denali area. John was super helpful when I made the reservation, and we found the place to be as charming as we had hoped when we arrived. The cabins were snug and comfortable, and we enjoyed Henry's coffee house. The Sky kiosk was a great touch too. Highly recommended!

Had an amazing stay at Earth Song Lodge. Not only was the cabin adorable, it was cozy and comfy as well. We only really slept there due to spending most of the day in Denali or driving so we missed the dog tour the next morning. My friend went and asked for a private tour before bed and we got to meet all the dogs and give them some lovin' before we went to bed since we had to leave early the next morning. There is WiFi but it didn't reach to my cabin. I have Verizon and had some signal there though (cabin 6) We also got to sit in the top of the coffee shop for a slideshow of Jon's photos, which was super cool to see! Everything you see was hand built by the owners too! Definitely worth it to drive out and stay here. You will get a personalized experience for sure.

We did a dogsled trip in February 2023 from EarthSong Lodge and it was everything we dreamed about and more! Everything from the warm gear provided, the incredible hospitality, the amazing dogs and the beautiful tour route was amazing! We learned so much from our guides about the dogs, how to drive a sled and the areas we traveled through. We cannot say enough!

I have now also visited Earthsong in the summertime! It was so so so lovely! I regularly am up in Alaska mushing with their dogs in the winter (highly suggested), but had never visited in the summertime! This August though, I spent 3 lovely nights at the lodge, and it was soooo peaceful! The lodges are immaculately clean and well taken care of. I slept so well on the bed that I woke up and forgot where I was. Location is great, and is secluded and relaxing, but close enough to Healy that you can pop down into town within about 15 minutes. Henry's coffeeshop next door was also lovely and the cinnamon rolls were a daily treat for me! And of COURSE don't forget to go on the kennel tour and see all of the lovely, sweet, and amazing dogs! They are soooo sweet and are loved so deeply by the crew at Earthsong!

These guys gave us such an amazing dog sled tour. Words can't do it justice. Courtney was amazing and adorable and all the dog mushers were helpful and friendly. They have all the gear to bundle you up so don't let the cold stop you from hanging out with these fun folks and unstoppable dogs. I'm already ready to go back!!

Very cute and cozy place to stay! The dogs are exciting to see and they've transitioned to an entirely contactless check-in/check-out to help with COVID

Great experience...a friend, my wife and I went in the off-season. We made reservations for just the ladies (gives me a reason to go back). They each went out on a few hour sled ride. From the lodge is a beautiful view off the Denali wilderness boundary. All the ladies could talk about was how awesome the tour was. After.. we all met the dogs, and puppies.. the staff was my people. Really down to earth, fun, adventurous. Looking forward to seeing them again...

I stayed here while I was visiting Denali and I absolutely loved it. The lodge consists of a bunch of adorable log cabins that Jon, the owner, built himself, as well as a coffee shop. The cabins are really charming- each has its own name and decorative theme. The beds were very comfortable and the cabins weren't lacking for any of the basics- I can't really think of anything I would have changed. Jon runs sled dogs in the winter and has about twenty of them in his kennels on the property- he gives a tour of the kennels every morning for guests who are interested. Said tour consists of Jon escorting you through the kennels and petting all of the dogs- the dogs are so sweet and cute, this was really a highlight for me. The cafe on the property is also really cute and cozy- I had their fresh baked cinnamon rolls and they were delicious. Jon also packed sack lunches for us the day we took a bus tour of Denali, and they were really good. Stay here if you're going to Denali, and don't miss out on the dog kennel tour!

Beautiful, clean, comfy, authentic cabin-style lodging. Quiet environment. Off the beaten path. Great host. Highly recommend!!!

My family had a great experience at EarthSong! Courtney was so accommodating and kind! The dogs are so cute, and the coffee house offers yummy food and drinks. Sure, you're roughing it a bit more than you would at the cookie-cutter hotels closer to Denali, but it's well worth it, as you're in the middle of the mountains! You can even drive down the road to get a view of Denali on a clear day/night. Check this place out and get a taste of true Alaska living.

Great cabins. Great views of the mountains. Cafe on property was good. Jon, as ex park ranger is great source info about activities. The sled dogs are very cute.

What a lovely place! The view from our cabin was extraordinary! The cabin was very nice, kept very clean, and the owners were very informative about the area. They also have a dog kennel onsite and it is wonderful to learn more about their winter dog sled experiences. Great all around!

after a 12 hour van ride from anchorage in an 8 passenger van (the drive doesnt take 12 hours, but all the stopping to look for caribou did), we ended up here and it was AMAZING. there are a bunch of little log cabins to stay in and really cute sled dogs. we were there in the summer, so we got to see the beautiful sunset. and it was only a few minute ride to denali. the only downside is that the food in the lodge wasnt so good, so we went down to denali for dinner, but it was so beautiful. i will go there any other time im in alaska.

The owner, Jon, was very friendly and helpful right from booking the hotel to after leaving the hotel. He was patient and gave great recommendations on things to do, tours to book and restaurants to try out in and around Denali NP. Each cabin is well maintained and uniquely decorated/styled. The rooms were on the smaller side and minimalist, but appealing in their own way. It was fun taking pictures after midnight! Of course, be prepared for the bugs and mosquitos in the evenings and keep your cabins closed. Some cabins have nice patios with cute chairs to sit on and hang out. But with the mosquitos it isn't practical enjoy that experience.

The is a great place to stay. Jon was a very gracious host. The cabin had everything we wanted. It was clean and cute! The sled dogs were fun and interesting!