Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve Attractions

Gates Of The Arctic National Park is spread over 8.5 million acres and features mountains, boreal forest, and rolling tundra. It can be explored on foot - hiking and backpacking - or by canoe, down the rivers and lakes. Travelers will enjoy wilderness travel and adventure in Gates Of The Arctic National Park.

Wildlife found within the Gates of the Arctic include moose, caribou, Dahl sheep, wolves, and black bears.

Flights into the park can be arranged in Fairbanks or Bettles Field.

Must-see attractions nearby:

Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve

Address

Gates Of The Arctic National Park and Preserve
Bettles Ranger Station (Field Ops), Box 30
Bettles, AK 99726
United States

Phone 1 (907) 692-5494

Fax 1 (907) 692-5400

http://www.nps.gov/gaar/

Tips

The Park and Preserve are open year round. It is best to call each office prior to arrival to confirm current operational hours.

Related Attractions

Anaktuvuk Pass - Simon Paneak Museum, Alaska

(Near Kotzebue)

Anaktuvuk Pass is in the central Brooks Range, about 60 miles west of Dalton Highway and is accessible by air. Most tours of the town include a stop at the Simon Paneak Memorial Museum, housed in a log structure. On display are items and information related to the heritage of the Nunamiut Inupiat Eskimos. The mission of the museum is to preserve the history, culture and traditions of the Inupiat people.

Address

Simon Paneak Museum
Box 21085
Anaktuvuk Pass, AK 99721
United States

Phone 1 (907) 661-3413

Fax 1 (907) 661-3414

http://www.north-slope.org/nsb/55.htm

Hours

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Open	8:00	8:00	8:00	8:00	8:00	Closed	Closed
Close	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00

Tips

Donations accepted.