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Kobuk Valley National Park Points of Interest & Stops
Browse points of interest in Kobuk Valley National Park, including overlooks, trailheads, waterfalls, visitor centers, and other stops that help shape a stronger park itinerary.
Best Stops and Park POIs in Kobuk Valley National Park
Use this Kobuk Valley National Park POI collection to compare stops, prioritize landmarks, and decide which places belong on the route before you open the map or start a trip plan.
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When to VisitThe park and headquarters are open year-round but with more limited visitor services from September through May
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Driving DirectionsIt is not possible to drive to the park, however many visitors fly or boat into the park regularly.
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Food & ShoppingThere is no food or shopping services within park lands, however limited options exist in Kotzebue.
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Backcountry InformationAll of the park land is backcountry, visitors should prepare and learn about visiting the backcountry in advance.
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WeatherWeather within Kobuk Valley National Park is crucial to plan for at any time of year
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SafetyKnow the risks and potential hazards of your planned activity and be prepared to actively manage these risks in this harsh and dynamic landscape.
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AccessibilityDue to its unmatched ruggedness and wildness, Kobuk Valley is limited on accessibility.
Learn About the Park
OverviewAlaska's largest caribou herd, half a million strong, migrates twice a year across the Kobuk River Valley, the surprising home of 25 miles of shifting sand dunes that's visited by less than 2,000 people annually.
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Alaska GeographicAlaska Geographic partners with and supports Alaska's national parks, wildlife refuges and national forests.
Activities
Auto TouringThere are no roads within or around Kobuk Valley so any auto touring must be done in winter by snowmachine.
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HikingHiking in Kobuk Valley is all backcountry travel, so be prepared for a wilderness experience.
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BoatingThe Kobuk River is an ideal way to view the park, whether by paddling or by motorized boat.
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FlightseeingThere's no other way to see great amounts of the park in a short time than by organized flight tour
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CampingThere are no designated campsites in the park, however there is unlimited backcountry camping.
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