Kobuk Valley National Park
1,750,717
Acres
17,000/year
Annual Visitors
Free
Entry Fee
June through August
Best Time to Visit
National Park Service
National Park
Kobuk Valley was established on December 2, 1980, protecting a remote river valley 25 miles above the Arctic Circle in northwest Alaska with no roads, no trails, and no visitor facilities. The park contains the Great Kobuk Sand Dunes, 25 square miles of active sand dunes.
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When to Visit Kobuk Valley
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Month-by-Month Conditions
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Month
High
Low
Crowds
Roads
Jan
65°
40°
Low
Partial
Feb
62°
37°
Low
Partial
Mar
53°
27°
Low
Partial
Apr
40°
13°
Low
Partial
May
28°
-1°
Light
Open
Jun Best
18°
-12°
Heavy
Open
Jul Best
15°
-15°
Peak
Open
Aug Best
18°
-12°
Peak
Open
Sep
28°
-1°
Light
Open
Oct
40°
13°
Low
Partial
Nov
53°
27°
Low
Partial
Dec
62°
37°
Low
Partial
Best months to visit
Crowd level (low to peak)
Trip Essentials
Gear and guides we recommend for Kobuk Valley. Affiliate links help support our work.
Guidebook
Kobuk Valley field guide with trail details and planning info
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Hotels Near Kobuk Valley
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America the Beautiful Pass
$80/year. Covers entrance fees at all 2,000+ federal recreation sites.
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Bear Spray
Required carry in grizzly country. Practice the quick-draw before you need it.
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Day Hiking Pack
A 22-30L pack fits water, layers, snacks, and a first aid kit.
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Trail Shoes
Lightweight with good traction for maintained trails.
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Getting to Kobuk Valley
Gateway Towns
- Kotzebue, AK
Nearest Airports
- OTZ Ralph Wien Memorial (Kotzebue) 75 mi
- FAI Fairbanks International 350 mi
Kobuk Valley Map
VC Visitor Center
CG Campground
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