US Forest ServiceFree
Katmai NP Brooks Camp Backcountry AK
King Salmon, Alaska, Alaska295 ft🗓 Jul–Sep
About this site
Remote backcountry camping in Katmai National Park beyond Brooks Camp. World's densest brown bear population. Fly-in only.
Peak season temperatures
61°F
Avg high
49°F
Avg low
Verified historical climate data for this campsite location.
Wildlife in the area
Research-grade verified observations from iNaturalist near this campsite.
Brown BearAlaska BlackfishRed FoxSnowshoe HareTrumpeter Swan
Activities
Bear ViewingFishingWildlife ViewingPhotography
Amenities
Floatplane AccessBear CountryCreek Access
Site types
TentFloatplane Access
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Quick facts
- Land manager
- US Forest Service
- Fee
- Free — no reservation
- Season
- Jul–Sep
- Elevation
- 295 ft
- Peak temps
- 49°–61°F
- Rating
- 4.9 (31)
- Coordinates
- 58.7234, -156.5012
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First come, first served. No reservation system. Verify current conditions and fire restrictions with the land manager before visiting.
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