National Park & Preserve · Alaska · AK
Katmai National Park & Preserve
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.
Location
58.6224, -155.0127
Key trails & viewpoints
Hike to Dumpling Overlook
Dumpling Overlook offers expansive panoramic views of Naknek Lake, Brooks River, and Lake Brooks. Visitors also have the option to continue beyond the maintained trail to the summit.
Hours & fees
Katmai National Park and Preserve
Katmai is open 24 hours per day, seven days per week.
| Monday | All Day |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | All Day |
| Wednesday | All Day |
| Thursday | All Day |
| Friday | All Day |
| Saturday | All Day |
| Sunday | All Day |
No entrance fee is charged at this park.
Activities
- Boating
- Camping
- Backcountry Camping
- Canoe or Kayak Camping
- Fishing
- Fly Fishing
- Food
- Dining
- Picnicking
- Flying
- Guided Tours
- Hiking
- Backcountry Hiking
- Hunting and Gathering
- Hunting
- Paddling
- Canoe or Kayak Camping
- Junior Ranger Program
- Wildlife Watching
- Park Film
- Shopping
- Bookstore and Park Store
- Gift Shop and Souvenirs