Mountain reflection in a tundra pond in fall
What is Gates of the Arctic?

Discover why this wild land became a national park

Caribou antler on tundra in mountain river valley
Wilderness

Learn about the ultimate wilderness of the National Parks

Hikers ascending a rocky slope in the mountains
Plan Your Visit

Information for planning a trip to Gates of the Arctic

A rainbow over the Noatak River and mountains
Wild and Scenic Rivers

Information on floating the six Wild and Scenic Rivers in Gates of the Arctic

Salmon dry on a fish rack along a river
Living with the Land

Preserving traditional lifestyles in the Brooks Range

Black spruce surround a tundra pond in the mountains
Ambler Road Project

ANILCA legislation provides for a transportation corridor to access the Ambler Mining District for development of mineral resources

A bushplane drops off a load of gear and people on a river bar in the mountains
Getting to the Park

Directions and options for getting to Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve

A raft with four paddlers on the Alatna River with the Brooks Range in the background
A Virtual Gates of the Arctic Getaway

Can't visit Gates of the Arctic? Experience it from afar, virtually!

A backcountry ranger stands high in the mountains of Gates of the Arctic, holding a caribou collar
Treasure Hunt Unlocks Caribou Secrets

Two rangers retrieve a GPS collar from an animal in the backcountry, helping biologists learn about the animal’s movements

Last updated: June 25, 2026

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