Each summer, hundreds of thousands of salmon return to the Alagnak watershed to spawn.
Alagnak Wild River
Wild River · AK
The headwaters of Alagnak Wild River lie within the rugged Aleutian Range of neighboring Katmai National Park and Preserve. Meandering west towards Bristol Bay and the Bering Sea, the Alagnak traverses the beautiful Alaska Peninsula, providing an unparalleled opportunity to experience the unique wilderness, wildlife, and cultural heritage of southwest Alaska.
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Good: no active alerts or closuresNo active alerts
Entrance Fee
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Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Visitor Centers
Good1 visitor center
Activities Available
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Good: many activities available12 activities
Park Name
InfoAlagnak Wild River
Designation
InfoWild River
State(s)
InfoAK
Phone
Info9072463305
KATM_Visitor_Information@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoAlagnak Wild River is never closed, but access can be difficult during the winter.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: King Salmon Visitor Center
InfoSee park for hours
Themes & Topics
InfoArcheology, Animals, Birds + 7 more
Weather Info
InfoLocated between the stormy north Pacific Ocean and the even stormier Bering Sea, the Alagnak Wild River is often a battleground between weather systems. When you visit, be prepared to encounter all ty
Getting There
InfoAlagnak Wild River is located in a remote part of the Alaska Peninsula, about 290 miles southwest of Anchorage. Access is by boat or small floatplane.
Location
Info59.0518° N, -156.1120° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website