The park and preserve are open year-round. At Brooks Camp, National Park Service and concessioner services are offered from June 1 through September 17. Prime bear viewing months at Brooks Camp are July and September, although a few bears may be in the area at any time between late May and December.

Bear viewing in coastal areas is possible during June through August. Click here for a table for best bear viewing time periods.  Backcountry activities are best during June through September.

The park is open year-round.

National Park Service and concessionaire services are offered at Brooks Camp from June 1 to September 17. 

Backcountry activities are available year round, however, access may be best during the Brooks Camp operating season.

Prime bear viewing months at Brooks Camp are July and September, although a few bears may be in the area from late May thru December.