A lone raft floats the Aniakchak Wild River as it flows through the "Gates"
Aniakchak National Monument & Preserve
National Monument & Preserve · AK
Given its remote location and challenging weather conditions, Aniakchak is one of the most wild and least visited places in the National Park System. This landscape is a vibrant reminder of Alaska's location in the volcanically active "Ring of Fire," as it is home to an impressive six mile (10 km) wide, 2,500 ft (762 m) deep caldera formed during a massive volcanic eruption 3,500 years ago.
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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 available11 activities
Park Name
InfoAniakchak National Monument & Preserve
Designation
InfoNational Monument & Preserve
State(s)
InfoAK
Phone
Info9072463305
KATM_Visitor_Information@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoAniakchak National Monument is a truly primitive environment with no federally-maintained public facilities. The NPS imposes no operating hours or seasonal restrictions. Access to and movement within Aniachak, however, may be limited or restricted at any time depending upon prevailing weather conditions.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: King Salmon Visitor Center
InfoSee park for hours
Themes & Topics
InfoArcheology, Animals, Arctic + 5 more
Weather Info
InfoWhen you visit, be prepared to encounter all types of weather. On average, wet and cool conditions predominate in spring, summer, and fall. Strong winds can delay the departure and arrival of boats an
Getting There
InfoLocated on the Alaska Peninsula, 450 miles southwest of Anchorage, Aniakchak National Monument and Preserve is inaccessible by road. Notoriously bad weather makes access to Aniakchak unpredictable. Dr
Location
Info56.8532° N, -157.5544° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website