Kobuk Sand Dunes
Canoe on the Kobuk River
Mountains as Far as the Eye Can See
The Jade Mountains reflected in the Kobuk River
Kobuk Locoweed
Left Behind
Lone Rangifer tarandus
A rainbow over Niaktovik Creek
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To-Do Activities
- Boating
- Camping
- Backcountry Camping
- Fishing
- Freshwater Fishing
- Flying
- Fixed Wing Flying
- Hands-On
- Arts and Crafts
- Hiking
- Backcountry Hiking
- Paddling
- Canoeing
- Canoe or Kayak Camping
- Junior Ranger Program
- Wildlife Watching
- Museum Exhibits
- Shopping
- Bookstore and Park Store
Things to explore
The Great Kobuk Sand Dunes are the northern most sand dune complex in North America with an abundance of arctic wildlife.
Want a nice mild float on a wild river? The Kobuk River may be a great option for wilderness adventure and zen-like floating in Kobuk Valley National Park.
Campgrounds and More
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Standard Park Information
Standard Opening Information: The Northwest Arctic Heritage Center is the visitor center for Kobuk Valley National Park. Since there are no roads in to Kobuk Valley, the visitor center is located in Kotzebue, AK. From Kotzebue, visitors will charter an air taxi to transport them into the actual national park which is open 24/7 every day of the year.
Park Directions Information: Kobuk Valley National Park is very remote. There are no roads to provide access, so planes take care of most transportation needs. Commercial airlines provide service from Anchorage to Kotzebue, or from Fairbanks to Bettles. Once in Kotzebue or Bettles, you must fly to the park with authorized air taxis.
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Weather Specific Information
Snow, rain, and freezing temperatures can occur any time of the year. Always travel with good quality rain gear and warm layers. Be especially careful to stay dry. Hypothermia can set in on a windy, wet day, even when it doesn't feel that cold.
