Bear Canisters in Denali NP

[Miles Barger]

I know that bear canisters are required in Denali and that the park service will provide a canister free of charge with a backcountry permit. Does anyone know what size(s) and brand the canisters they issue are? Are BearVaults acceptable?

I'm worried that the issued bear canisters wouldn't even begin to fit in my MLD Zip, so I'm hoping there are alternative options.

[cat morris]

Denali issues Garcias, which are too big for me. So I contacted Denali about bringing my Bear Vault Solo this summer. Here is thehappy response:

Hello-

If your bear vault is model #BV250 Solo, then yes, that one is approved for
use in Denali National Park. Thank you for inquiring.

Sincerely,

Karen Fortier
Kennel Manager
Denali National Park and Preserve
P.O. Box 9
Denali Park, AK 99755

907.683.9586 happy response:

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