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.
Photo: NPS/R. Wood
Alagnak Wild River
The headwaters of Alagnak Wild River lie within the rugged Aleutian Range of neighboring Katmai National Park and Preserve.
- LocationKing Salmon, AK
- Entrance No fee listed
- HoursOpen 24 hours, daily
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Weather now37°F Patchy rain nearby
- Alerts No active alerts
Overview
Topics
- Animals
- Archeology
- Arctic
- Birds
- Fish
- Groundwater
- River and Riparian
- Tundra
2 more topics
- Wetlands
- Wilderness
Things to Do
2 experiences from the National Park Service, plus every activity offered in the park. Check details on NPS.gov before you go.
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Fish the Alagnak River
The Alagnak River is a premiere destination for sport fishing. Rainbow trout, char, grayling, and abundant salmon coupled with a wilderness landscape provide excellent fishing experiences for…
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Raft or Kayak the Alagnak River
On the Alagnak, serenity and wildlife viewing opportunities abound for those lazily floating the river while Class III rapids offer exciting trips for rafters.
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Activities in the park
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Facilities & Services
Find visitor centers and other services available in the park. Check current hours and availability before you go.
Visitor Centers
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King Salmon Visitor Center
Visitor Center
Located next door to the King Salmon Airport, the King Salmon Visitor Center provides information on the many federal public lands of Southwest Alaska, particularly…
King Salmon Visitor Center, King Salmon, AK (907) 246-4250 Directions
Details
Located next door to the King Salmon Airport, the King Salmon Visitor Center provides information on the many federal public lands of Southwest Alaska, particularly those in the Bristol Bay area. A large collection of films is available for viewing and an Alaska Geographic bookstore sells maps, charts, videos, posters, clothing and more.
Plan Your Visit
Hours
Open 24 hours, daily · Alagnak Wild River
Hours details
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Alagnak Wild RiverOpen 24 hours, daily
Alagnak Wild River is never closed, but access can be difficult during the winter.
Entrance fees
No entrance fees listed.
Address
1000 Silver St., Bldg. 603, PO Box 7King Salmon, AK 99613
Contact the park
Weather & conditions
37°F
Patchy rain nearby · feels like 33°
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Today
46° 35°
Patchy rain nearby32% rain
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Tomorrow
47° 35°
Sunny26% rain -
Wednesday
43° 35°
Patchy rain nearby75% rain
Updated 2 hr ago
What to expect by season
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.
Photos
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Alagnak River's lower reaches are extremely braided. — NPS
Getting There
King Salmon, AK 99613
Alagnak 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.
Mailing address: PO Box 245, King Salmon, AK 99613
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