Park Communities
Transportation to and within the park can be obtained in a number of surrounding towns. The park's field headquarters and visitor center are located in Port Alsworth, a small community on Lake Clark. Other towns providing access to the park include Anchorage, Homer, Kenai, Iliamna, Newhalen, Pedro Bay and Nondalton. Click here for a list of authorized air taxis.
Backcountry Travel
Lake Clark is a backcountry park. There are no "improvements" to hiking or camping (with the exception of the Tanalian Falls Trail). More information on backcountry travel in the park can be found here.
Authorized Guide Services
There are numerous guide services authorized to conduct business within the park and preserve. Depending on your activity, you can select from a variety of specialties:
Air Taxis
Backpacking Guides for overnight trips
Bear and Wildlife Viewing Guides
Big Game Transporters
Boating Trips and Charters
Hiking Guides for day trips
Incidental Hunt Transporters
Kayaking Guides
Mountaineering and Winter Backcountry Guides
Photography Guides
Sport Fishing Guides
Sport Hunting Guides