The Noatak River carves through the summertime tundra.
Noatak National Preserve
National Preserve · AK
As one of North America's largest mountain-ringed river basins with an intact ecosystem, the Noatak River environs feature some of the Arctic's finest arrays of plants and animals. The river is classified as a National Wild and Scenic River. It offers stunning wilderness float-trip opportunities - from deep in the Brooks Range to the tidewater of the Chukchi Sea.
Park report
Current Alerts
How this is rated
Good: no active alerts or closuresNo active alerts
Entrance Fee
How this is rated
Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Visitor Centers
Good1 visitor center
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available19 activities
Park Name
InfoNoatak National Preserve
Designation
InfoNational Preserve
State(s)
InfoAK
Phone
Info9073182230
wear_webmail@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoPublic access to Noatak National Preserve is open year-round, 24-hours a day.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: Northwest Arctic Heritage Center
InfoSee park for hours
Themes & Topics
InfoAnimals, Arctic, Tundra + 6 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
InfoNoatak National Preserve is a very remote area. There are no roads that provide access. Commercial airlines provide service from Anchorage to Kotzebue or Fairbanks to Bettles. Once in Kotzebue or Bett
Location
Info68.0103° N, -159.8317° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website