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WILD RIVER

Alagnak Wild River

The headwaters of Alagnak Wild River lie within the rugged Aleutian Range of neighboring Katmai National Park and Preserve.

Photo: NPS/R. Wood / NPS

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OVERVIEW

About Alagnak Wild River

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.

WHEN TO GO

Hours

Alagnak Wild River

Mon
All Day
Tue
All Day
Wed
All Day
Thu
All Day
Fri
All Day
Sat
All Day
Sun
All Day
THINGS TO DO

Activities

Backcountry CampingBirdwatchingBoatingCampingCanoe or Kayak CampingFishingHuntingHunting and GatheringKayakingPaddlingWhitewater RaftingWildlife Watching
PLAN YOUR VISIT

Getting there

Located 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 types of weather.  On average, wet and cool conditions predominate in spring, summer, and fall. Winters are drier and colder.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do at Alagnak Wild River?
Popular activities include Backcountry Camping, Birdwatching, Boating, Camping, Canoe or Kayak Camping, Fishing.