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Lake Clark National Park & Preserve

Lake Clark National Park and Preserve is a land of stunning beauty. Volcanoes steam, salmon run, bears forage, and craggy mountains reflect in shimmering turquoise lakes. Here, too, local people and culture still depend on the land and water. Venture into the park to become part of the wilderness.

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Location

60.5741, -153.5554

Hours & fees

Lake Clark National Park and Preserve

The park and preserve are open 24 hours per day, seven days per week year round. However, visitor services are limited Labor Day through Memorial Day. Seasonal and temporary closures are listed by location on the Operating Hours & Seasons page.

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No entrance fee is charged at this park.

Best time to visit

Accessible primarily in: Spring, Summer, Fall.

Seasonal and temporary closures are listed by location on the Operating Hours & Seasons page.

Activities

  • Astronomy
  • Stargazing
  • Biking
  • Boating
  • Motorized Boating
  • Camping
  • Backcountry Camping
  • Canoe or Kayak Camping
  • Climbing
  • Mountain Climbing
  • Compass and GPS
  • Orienteering
  • Fishing
  • Freshwater Fishing
  • Fly Fishing
  • Flying
  • Fixed Wing Flying
  • Guided Tours
  • Self-Guided Tours - Walking
  • Hiking
  • Backcountry Hiking
  • Front-Country Hiking
  • Off-Trail Permitted Hiking
  • Hunting and Gathering
  • Hunting
  • Paddling
  • Canoeing
  • Canoe or Kayak Camping
  • Kayaking
  • Stand Up Paddleboarding
  • Junior Ranger Program
  • Skiing
  • Cross-Country Skiing
  • Snow Play
  • Snowshoeing
  • Wildlife Watching
  • Birdwatching
  • Shopping
  • Bookstore and Park Store