Some places change your perspective.
Famous for brown bears fishing at Brooks Falls.
A landscape is alive underneath our feet, filled with creatures that remind us what it is to be wild. Katmai was established in 1918 to protect the volcanically devastated region surrounding Novarupta and the Valley of Ten Thousand Smokes. Today, Katmai National Park and Preserve also protects 9,000 years of human history and important habitat for salmon and thousands of brown bears.
Park information: National Park Service.
LocationAlaska
Designated1980
Coordinates58.5°, -155°
Before you head out
Start with the official park guide for trip planning, accessibility, reservations and current conditions. Availability and requirements can change throughout the year.
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