Katmai Brooks Falls is located in Alaska, USA. It lies between the Naknek River and Brooks River, situated in Katmai National Park in southwestern Alaska, and is famous for its large brown bears catching salmon at the falls.
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Top Attractions Inside Katmai Brooks Falls
- Brooks Falls – Iconic waterfall where brown bears gather to catch salmon during the summer run.
- Bear Viewing Platforms – Safe elevated platforms offering close-up views of bears in their natural habitat.
- Brooks River – Scenic river area where bears fish, swim, and interact with the environment.
- Wildlife Observation – Opportunities to see eagles, otters, and other Alaskan wildlife along the river.
- Guided Ranger Programs – Educational talks and walks providing insights into bear behavior and local ecology.
- Photography Points – Designated areas ideal for capturing bears, waterfalls, and the surrounding wilderness.
Katmai Brooks Falls Facts
| Official Name | Katmai National Park & Preserve – Brooks Falls |
| Location | King Salmon, Bristol Bay Borough, Alaska, USA |
| Latitude & Longitude | 58.5887° N, 155.9797° W (approx.) |
| Total Area | Katmai National Park & Preserve: 4 million acres (16,500 km²); Brooks Falls area is part of the Brooks River Wildlife Viewing Area |
| Established | December 2, 1980 (National Park designation; Katmai originally established 1918) |
| Founder | United States Congress / National Park Service |
| Managed By | U.S. National Park Service (NPS) |
| Region | Alaska Peninsula / Bristol Bay Region |
| Address | King Salmon, AK 99613, USA (Visitor Services) |
| Zip Code | 99613 |
| Area Code | 907 |
| Currency | United States Dollar (USD, $) |
| Time Zone | Alaska Standard Time (AKST) – UTC−9 Standard / UTC−8 Daylight Saving |
| Theme / Concept | Wildlife Observation, Brown Bears, Salmon Spawning, Remote Wilderness, Eco-Tourism |
| Sections (Areas) | Brooks River - Brooks Camp - Brooks Falls Viewing Platforms - Lake Brooks - Katmai Wilderness Trails |
| Famous Attractions | Brooks Falls - Brown Bear Viewing - Salmon Spawning - Brooks Camp Visitor Center - Guided Wildlife Programs |
| Annual Visitors | Approx. 30,000–40,000 |
| Entry Fee Type | Paid Park Entry |
| Ticket Price Range | Vehicle/Visitor Pass: $15–$30 per person; Flight/Boat Access Fees additional |
| Ticket Options | Park Pass - Guided Bear Viewing Tours - Flightseeing Tours - Boat Excursions - Camping Permits |
| Best Time to Visit | July–September (peak salmon run and bear activity) |
| Nearby Airport | King Salmon Airport (AKN) – primary access point to Katmai National Park |
| Transportation | Small aircraft from King Salmon - Boat access via Lake Brooks / Brooks River - Hiking Trails & Boardwalks |
| Official Website | https://www.nps.gov/katm/planyourvisit/brooks-river.htm |
Distances from Katmai Brooks Falls to Nearby Landmarks
- Brooks Camp Visitor Center – 0.5 km (0.3 mi)
- Brooks River – 0.2 km (0.1 mi)
- Brooks Falls Observation Platform – 0.8 km (0.5 mi)
- Lake Brooks – 1 km (0.6 mi)
- Marston Lake – 2 km (1.2 mi)
- Katmai National Park Visitor Center – 0.5 km (0.3 mi)
- Valley of Ten Thousand Smokes – 45 km (28 mi)
- Brooks Lake – 1.5 km (0.9 mi)
- Kukaklek Lake – 75 km (46.6 mi)
- Alagnak River – 60 km (37.3 mi)
- Stepovak Bay – 120 km (74.6 mi)
- Naknek Lake – 15 km (9.3 mi)
- Katmai River – 10 km (6.2 mi)
- Brooks Camp Airstrip – 0.7 km (0.4 mi)
- Savonoski River – 40 km (24.9 mi)
- Mud Volcano – 50 km (31 mi)
- Katmai Coastline – 20 km (12.4 mi)
- Katmai Mountains – 30 km (18.6 mi)
- Lake Grosvenor – 35 km (21.7 mi)
- Kamishak Bay – 150 km (93.2 mi)
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