Aniakchak National Monument & Preserve

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A lone raft floats the Aniakchak Wild River as it flows through the "Gates"

About Aniakchak National Monument & Preserve

Given its remote location and challenging weather conditions, Aniakchak is one of the most wild and least visited places in the National Park System. This landscape is a vibrant reminder of Alaska's location in the volcanically active "Ring of Fire," as it is home to an impressive six mile (10 km) wide, 2,500 ft (762 m) deep caldera formed during a massive volcanic eruption 3,500 years ago.

Quick Facts

State Alaska
Designation National Monument & Preserve
State Code AK
Weather When you visit, be prepared to encounter all types of weather. On average, wet and cool conditions predominate in spring, summer, and fall. Strong winds can delay the departure and…

Operating Hours

Aniakchak National Monument is a truly primitive environment with no federally-maintained public facilities. The NPS imposes no operating hours or seasonal restrictions. Access to and movement within Aniachak, however, may be limited or restricted at any time depending upon prevailing weather conditions.

Wednesday All Day
Monday All Day
Thursday All Day
Sunday All Day
Tuesday All Day
Friday All Day
Saturday All Day

Activities

Camping Backcountry Camping Climbing Mountain Climbing Flying Hiking Backcountry Hiking Paddling Whitewater Rafting Wildlife Watching Birdwatching

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