Free
No entrance pass required
An entrance pass is not required to access Aleutian Islands World War II National Historic Area. Other National Park Service sites may require an entrance pass or fee. Depending on your trip plans, an interagency pass may save you money. This unit is on private land owned by the Ounalashka Corporation. To visit the historic area, you need to purchase a permit. Visitors can purchase these permits by calling the corporation at (907) 581-1276, or by visiting the corporation Monday - Friday at 400 Salmon Way. Permits can also be purchased at the visitor center.
The cost for a permit is as follows:
Type of permit
Daily $6 (individual) $10 (family)
Weekly $15 (individual) $20 (family)
Annual $60 (individual) $80 (family)
Visitor passes for the World War II Visitor Center are free to veterans, $2 for active military and seniors over age 55 and $5 for all others.
2024 Free Entrance Days in the National ParksCome experience the national parks! All National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone (other fees may apply). Mark your calendar for these entrance fee-free dates:
A land use permit must be obtained to visit the National Historic Area on Mount Ballyhoo, as the park is privately owned by the Ounalashka Corporation. Visitors can purchase these permits by calling the corporation at (907) 581-1276, or by visiting the corporation Monday - Friday at 400 Salmon Way. Permits can also be purchased at the visitor center.
Visitor passes for the World War II Visitor Center are free to veterans, $2 for active military and seniors over age 55 and $5 for all others. Summer hours are Tuesday - Sunday from 11 am - 6 pm. Winter hours are Tuesday - Saturday from 11 am - 5 pm. |
Last updated: March 7, 2024