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Located near King Salmon, Alaska is where Katmai National Park can be found. The park sits on the Alaskan Peninsula, on the shores of Shelikof Strait. This narrow waterway separates the mainland from Kodiak Island. The nearest towns by plane are the small community of Homer, on the Kenai Peninsula, and the large city of Anchorage, on the north end of Cook Inlet.

This is a very rural area in an already incredibly rural state. Very few roads traverse this rugged and beautiful land, so boats and planes are the primary methods people use to get to the park. During the busy season, there are regular flights into King Salmon from Anchorage and Homer. Other vendors also offer boat and air taxis from various communities around the state.

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Renting an RV near Katmai National Park will give you the chance to experience all the incredible activities it makes available. Alaska is known for its exotic wildlife. Bear viewing is especially popular at this park, namely of grizzly bears. There are several viewing platforms available at Brooks Camp, found within the park. These sit near the Brooks River and offer visitors the chance to view these beautiful animals in their natural habitat, from a safe distance.

The nearby strait opens into the Gulf of Alaska and the North Pacific Ocean and also offers fun activities. Boat tours are available for sightseeing, as well as sport fishing. These tours can make it easy to spot glaciers and volcanoes that are part of the park, as well as to enjoy the sea life that frequents the local waters.

Hiking and winter sports, such as cross-country skiing, can be enjoyed at this park. Visitors should know that the trails can often be difficult to locate and follow. Hikers must always be watchful for bears and the other large mammals that frequent the area. There are guided hikes and adventures offered that can help you enjoy these remote places more safely.

Camping at Katmai National Park

As the only way to reach this park is by boat or plane, there are no options for camping with an RV at the park itself. Fortunately, there are plenty of campgrounds, and RV parks in the larger towns found nearby.

The Homer/Baycrest KOA is located in Homer. The KOA sits near the coast of Kachemak Bay, so scenic views are easily available from the camp. Bathrooms, showers, and a laundry facility are all offered at the campground. WiFi is also provided for campers, and pets are welcome. The park can accommodate RVs of almost any size. This KOA is open during the busy months of May through September.

Heritage RV Park is also in Homer, on a strip of land that juts into Kachemak Bay called the Homer Spit. Obviously, this location offers expansive vistas of the surrounding mountains and water that surround the town, as well. WiFi, full-hookup campsites, showers, bathrooms, and a laundry room are offered by this camp. This is also a great place to watch the birds and sea animals that make their homes near the local bay. As there are so many incredible things to see in the area, many people enjoy RV camping near Katmai National Park, so you should be able to locate any services you may be needing.

Exploring the Area

When you book an RV near Katmai National Park, you will find there are many different activities that you can enjoy. There is a Visitor's Center in King Salmon that is open during the summer. It offers information on the local area, the animals and people who live here, as well as the ecosystems that make this region unique. Some ranger-lead programs are also available at the park. These vary from local hikes to educational programs on the original tribes who first settled in this wild land. Some also discuss the volcanoes that are found in the local area. National park RV camping makes it easy to explore everything these amazing locations have to offer.

Bush planes are a popular way to easily move goods and people over the mountains and waterways that stretch across much of Alaska's uninhabited land. These also allow for "flightseeing" which is a great way to see all the park has to offer. This activity provides the opportunity to see more of the rugged land the park is known for from above. Flightseeing tours are available from many local vendors.

You can also visit the Aniakchak National Monument and Preserve near King Salmon. One important feature at this site is a large caldera where an extinct volcano collapsed. Depending on the weather at the time you go, hiking and picnicking can be enjoyed here. At certain times of the year, there may even be berries available to pick! Flights to this locale are available from local vendors.

When you've been looking for a place to visit that offers incredibly scenic views, consider camping near Katmai National Park. Watch grizzly bears hunting for salmon, take a boat tour of the local waters, or learn about volcanoes that are still active nearby. Camp in an RV near Homer, AK, and enjoy your time exploring the Last Frontier.

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