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Lake Clark National Park and Preserve |
The park is located in South-central Alaska with part of it along the coast |
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| Lake Clark National Park and Preserve offers tremendous outdoor adventure for those seeking a unique family vacation. Although an airplane ride is the usual way to get there, it is still worth the effort. There is wilderness hiking and backpacking, great fishing, white water rafting and kayaking, beautiful scenery, glaciers, and tons of wildlife to see. Check below for further Lake Clark National Park and Preserve information.
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Uniqueness - Lake Clark National Park and Preserve embodies the great circle of time and life. Coastal cliffs on Cook Inlet hold fossil remnants of 150 million years of sea life; but, 10,000 feet above them, two a... (click here for more)
Facts - Lake Clark National Park and Preserve was established in 1980. It protects approximately 4 million acres of undisturbed public land representing a microcosm of Alaska ecological resources. Less than 5... (click here for more)
Environmental Impact - An air quality monitoring station operated by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service is located at Silver Salmon cove. The station measures fine particles.
There are 30 species of non-native ... (click here for more)
Be Equipped - During late May and early June you may find that some of the upper elevation lakes are still frozen. June and early July are usually the best months for hiking. During these months be prepared for coo... (click here for more)
Wildlife Warnings - Inquire about recent bear activity in the area. Keep in mind that each bear is an individual, each encounter is unique and you are not fluent in their language. Stay extra alert near food sources such... (click here for more)
Fees - There are no fees.... (click here for more)
Camping - There is not an established campground in the park. It's up to you to decide where to pitch your tent. Choices can be limited by private property around Lake Clark itself, so be sure of land status be... (click here for more)
Nearby Attractions - Katmai National Park & Preserve, Kenai Fjords National Park, Aniakchak National Monument & Preserve, Denali National Park & Preserve, Kenai National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska Maritime National Wildlife ... (click here for more)
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