National Park · Alaska

Kobuk Valley National Park

Arctic sand dunes & caribou migration

StateAlaska
Best seasonJune–September
Don’t missThe Great Kobuk Sand Dunes
TerrainArctic dunes, river & tundra

Kobuk Valley is one of the least-visited parks anywhere — Arctic sand dunes and a great caribou migration crossing the Kobuk River, with no roads, trails, or services. A fly-in summer wilderness.

What to see

  • Great Kobuk Sand Dunes
  • Caribou migration crossings
  • Kobuk River floats
  • Bush-plane access
  • Onion Portage

Check the park’s official site for current entrance fees, timed-entry or permits, road and seasonal closures before you go.