An experience and trip of a lifetime, and reason number 10,0001 why I love my job! Kayaking in Alaska, and being blown away by all the wildlife sitings: seeing grizzlies dive for salmon, black bears frolicking nearby, whales, puffins… and so much more. NPCA has truly opened a whole new world for me.
Sincerely,
Lake Clark National Park & Preserve
This vast Alaskan wilderness is close enough to Anchorage to be fairly accessible (by plane), yet its wild, stunning offerings are often overlooked. Visitors can kayak on the lake or the park’s rivers and backpack through the tundra amid spectacular mountain scenery, including two active volcanoes smoking in the distance. This park is also an excellent place to observe brown bears—professional guides specialize in trips to see them—as well as other wildlife, including caribou, moose, and a variety of birds.
State(s): Alaska
Established: 1980
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