The setting sun casts shadows of black spruce on the dunes and colors the water of Ahnewetut Creek a deep blue.
Kobuk Valley National Park
National Park · AK
Caribou, sand dunes, the Kobuk River, Onion Portage - just some of the facets of Kobuk Valley National Park. Thousands of caribou migrate through, their tracks crisscrossing sculpted dunes. The Kobuk River is an ancient and current corridor for people and wildlife. For 9000 years, people came to Onion Portage to harvest caribou as they swam the river. Even today, that rich tradition continues.
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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 available19 activities
Park Name
InfoKobuk Valley National Park
Designation
InfoNational Park
State(s)
InfoAK
Phone
Info9073182230
wear_webmail@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoThe Northwest Arctic Heritage Center is the visitor center for Kobuk Valley National Park. Since there are no roads in to Kobuk Valley, the visitor center is located in Kotzebue, AK. From Kotzebue, visitors will charter an air taxi to transport them into the actual national park which is open 24/7 every day of the year.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: Northwest Arctic Heritage Center
InfoSee park for hours
Themes & Topics
InfoArcheology, Migrations, Animals + 8 more
Weather Info
InfoSnow, rain, and freezing temperatures can occur any time of the year. Always travel with good quality rain gear and warm layers. Be especially careful to stay dry. Hypothermia can set in on a windy, w
Getting There
InfoKobuk Valley National Park is very remote. There are no roads to provide access, so planes take care of most transportation needs. Commercial airlines provide service from Anchorage to Kotzebue, or fr
Location
Info67.3563° N, -159.2002° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website