Where is Bethel, Alaska, USA?

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Where is Bethel Located? - Bethel is a city located in the Bethel (CA) County of Alaska, United States. Bethel lies between 60.1048 Degrees North latitudes and 149.4421 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Bethel Located?

Bethel is a city located in the Bethel (CA) County of Alaska, United States. Bethel lies between 60.1048 Degrees North latitudes and 149.4421 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Bethel city is 6325 people and the city has a total area of 44.51 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Bethel City Facts Alaska

CityBethel
StateAlaska
CountryUnited States
CountyBethel Census Area
Founded1885
IncorporatedJanuary 7, 1957
Named AfterBiblical name “Bethel” meaning “House of God”
NicknameGateway to the Kuskokwim
Population (2025 estimate)6,200
Total Area43.8 square miles
Elevation13 feet
Time ZoneAlaska Time (AKT), UTC −9 (Standard), UTC −8 (Daylight Saving)
Latitude60.79° N
Longitude161.76° W
Coordinates60.79°N, 161.76°W
ZIP Codes99559
Area Codes907
Official LanguageEnglish, Central Yupʼik
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
Major UniversityKuskokwim Campus (University of Alaska Fairbanks)
Known ForYupʼik culture, regional transportation hub, subsistence lifestyle
ClimateSubarctic climate
Nearby CitiesNapakiak, Akiachak, Oscarville
Main AttractionsKuskokwim River, Yupiit Piciryarait Cultural Center, local festivals
Official Websitehttps://www.cityofbethel.net

Top Attractions in Bethel, Alaska

  • Kuskokwim River – major river offering fishing, boating, and scenic views
  • Yupiit Piciryarait Cultural Center – museum and cultural center celebrating Yup’ik heritage
  • Bethel Moravian Church – historic church and important community landmark
  • Pink Salmon Festival – annual cultural event celebrating local traditions and music
  • Bethel City Boardwalk – riverside walkway ideal for strolling and photography
  • Traditional Yup’ik Villages – nearby villages offering insight into Indigenous culture and lifestyle
  • Tundra Landscape Viewing – opportunities to experience Alaska’s unique tundra environment
  • Fishing on the Kuskokwim – popular activity for salmon and other local fish species
  • Local Art and Craft Shops – places to explore handmade Yup’ik art and carvings
  • Winter Northern Lights Viewing – seasonal opportunity to see the aurora borealis

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