Firearms Information

Visitors can possess firearms within Kobuk Valley National Park under applicable federal and Alaska state law.

Under federal law, the use or discharge of a firearm in Kobuk Valley National Park is prohibited except for defense of life or property against wildlife; or by legal means of take of wildlife by federally qualified subsistence users in Kobuk Valley National Park.

Federal law prohibits firearms in certain federal facilities; those places are marked with signs at all public entrances.

It is the responsibility of visitors to understand and comply with all applicable Alaska state and federal firearms laws.

Contact us with questions about firearms by email or by calling (907) 318-2230.

Last updated: February 10, 2026

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

PO Box 1029
Kotzebue, AK 99752

Phone:

907 318-2230
This phone is located at the Northwest Arctic Heritage Center.

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