Katmai National Park

Established in 1918, Katmai National Park and Preserve protects 4.1 million acres of Alaskan wilderness. The park is home to the world's largest concentration of brown bears, the Valley of Ten Thousand Smokes, and one of North America's finest sport fishing destinations.

Known globally for its bear viewing opportunities, particularly at Brooks Falls, Katmai preserves vital habitat for salmon and other wildlife. The landscape tells the story of massive volcanic eruptions, including the 1912 Novarupta eruption, one of the largest in recorded history.