Redoubt Bay vs. Denali for bear sighting

[gdible]

I really wanted to see bears in "action" in Alaska on my July trip....eating salmon...something other than just a glimpse.

 

I was encouraged to book a day tour to Redoubt Bay to ensure I see bears because I heard the sightings in Denali can be limited. Or, if seen in Denali, it's usually just a quick glimpse.

 

Budget Queen was so nice to give me some advice on this subject...he indicated he always sees bears in Denali. So, I'm thinking I should cancel Redoubt Bay.

 

Before I change my itinerary around and eliminate Redoubt Bay, does anyone else have any feedback on this subject?

 

Thanks.

[Yukon]

I don't think I've ever not seen grizzlies in Denali (in 30-35 trips), but they are seldom doing anything other than walking or sleeping (they don't fish in Denali). http://community.webshots.com/album/415215717mmrujG looks much better.

 

Murray

[gdible]

thanks very much!

[Budget Queen]

Denali Park grizzlys are also half the size of the coastal bears, which makes a difference. A while ago there was a very good comparism of fly in bear viewing locations, perhaps written by bearbait??? Also consider Pack Creek fly ins out of Juneau. Alaska Fly N Fish is a permit holder. http://www.wildlife.alaska.gov/index.cfm?adfg=viewing.main