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Brooks River bears. Photo by NPS, T. Olson.

NPS Photo by Tamara Olson

Brooks River bears looking for salmon.

Originally established in 1918 to protect the site of the 1912 Novarupta eruption, Katmai offers premier bear viewing, world-class sport fishing, and the opportunity to explore more than four million acres of wilderness by boat or on foot.

 

 

Hunting is only allowed in the preserve area of Katmai. For current regulations and hunting dates in the preserve, check with the Alaska Department of Fish and Game.
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Brooks Falls with several bears feeding in July

Did You Know?
In recent years, the number of bears visiting Brooks River has grown to almost 100. Each comes to feast upon the annual run of salmon in the mile and a half long river.
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Last Updated: October 21, 2010 at 11:49 MST