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Katmai National Park & Preserve
Things To Know Before You Come
 

Services

There are few services in the park and preserve. The closest grocery store is located outside of the park in King Salmon. The park does not have a post office within its boundaries, and the closest is also located in King Salmon.

At Brooks Camp, the park concessioner runs a lodge where meals can be purchased from June 1 through September 17. Limited sundry items can also be purchased from the lodge store. No other services are provided to general park visitors.

Katmai is a remote park that cannot be accessed by car. Click here to see Frequently Asked Questions.

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View across Lake Brooks to Mount Katolinat  

Did You Know?
Because of lack of visitation and facilities in its early years due to its remoteness, Katmai National Monument remained without park service development until 1950. Today, that same remoteness makes Katmai a premiere Wilderness park with its undeveloped primeval landscape.

Last Updated: August 23, 2006 at 13:41 EST