Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve is more than beautiful landscapes, changing seasons, and critical habitat for hundreds of plants and animal species. It is a collection of inter-related and multi-layered stories that add dimension to the land and its history. Check back as we add more stories.
Military Exploration of the Brooks Range
USGS Exploration in the Brooks Range
Gold in the Brooks Range
Kobuk Gold Rush
Creation of Gates of the Arctic National Park & Preserve
Subsistence and Gates of the Arctic
Is That a Village in a Wilderness Park?
If some of these stories have piqued your interest, check out our Suggested Reading List.