Kobuk Valley National Park

171 3rd Ave, Kotzebue, AK, 99752, United States

Kobuk Valley National Park

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Caribou, sand dunes, the Kobuk River, Onion Portage - just some of the facets of Kobuk Valley National Park. Thousands of caribou migrate through, their tracks crisscrossing sculpted dunes.

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    Amenities

    • Boating
    • Camping
    • Backcountry Camping
    • Fishing
    • Freshwater Fishing
    • Flying
    • Fixed Wing Flying
    • Hands-On
    • Arts and Crafts
    • Hiking
    • Backcountry Hiking
    • Paddling
    • Canoeing
    • Canoe or Kayak Camping
    • Junior Ranger Program
    • Wildlife Watching
    • Museum Exhibits
    • Shopping
    • Bookstore and Park Store

    About Kobuk Valley National Park

    Caribou, sand dunes, the Kobuk River, Onion Portage - just some of the facets of Kobuk Valley National Park. Thousands of caribou migrate through, their tracks crisscrossing sculpted dunes. The Kobuk River is an ancient and current corridor for people and wildlife. For 9000 years, people came to Onion Portage to harvest caribou as they swam the river. Even today, that rich tradition continues.