Lake Clark National Park & Preserve Custom Search Lake Clark National Park and Preserve is a composite of ecosystems representative of many regions of Alaska. The spectacular scenery stretches from the shores of Cook Inlet, across the Chigmit Mountains, to the tundra covered hills of the western interior. The Chigmits, where the Alaska and Aleutian Ranges meet, are an awesome, jagged array of mountains and glaciers which include two active volcanoes, Mt. Redoubt and Mt. Iliamna. Lake Clark, 40 miles long, and many other lakes and rivers within the park are critical salmon habitat to the Bristol Bay salmon fishery, one of the largest sockeye salmon fishing grounds in the world. Numerous lake and river systems in the park and preserve offer excellent fishing and wildlife viewing.     CONTACTS Email - dennis_knuckles@nps.gov Fax- (907) 781-2119 Write to Field Headquarters 1 Park Place Port Alsworth, AK 99653 - or - Administrative Headquarters 4230 University Drive, Suite 311 Anchorage, AK 99508 Phone Headquarters - (907) 271-3751 Visitor Information - (907) 781-2218 TRAVEL BASICS Operating Hours, Seasons Open year round Highest Visitation June through September Getting There PLANE - Access to the Lake Clark region is by small aircraft. Float planes may land on the many lakes throughout the area. Wheeled planes land on open beaches, gravel bars, or private airstrips in or near the park. A one to two-hour flight from Anchorage, Kenai or Homer will provide access to most points within the park and preserve. CAR - There is no highway access to the park and preserve. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION - Scheduled commercial flights between Anchorage and Iliamna, 30 miles outside the boundary, provide another means of access. Weather & Climate June through August temperatures average between 50? and 65? F with considerable precipitation. Weather conditions in the region change suddenly and proper equipment, rain and cool weather gear, extra food, and extra cooking fuel, are essential for any back country travel. Frost and snow can occur in September and October, and in mid-summer evening frost should be expected. Strong winds can occur at any time. Winter temperatures can sink to -40? F. Accessibility Most National Park Service buildings and local visitor services, facilities, and air charters are not handicapped accessible. Getting Around There are no roads in the park. A two and one half mile trail to Tanalian Falls and Kontrashibuna Lake is accessible from the town of Port Alsworth. The 50 mile Telaquana Trail depicted on maps is an undeveloped historic route from Lake Clark to Telaquana Lake. CAMPING No Campground There is currently no designated camping area in Port Alsworth, however camping is allowed without a permit throughout the park (with the exception of private inholdings). FACILITIES Visitor Centers PORT ALSWORTH VISITOR CENTER Open All Year 8-5 Phone - (907) 781-2218 Closures - During the winter months, November through April, the visitor center is open on request. Special Programs - Slide shows and videos of the park and surrounding area are available as staffing allows. Ranger guided hikes are available during the summer months. Exhibits - Hands-on exhibits on natural history and history of the area.   Map Detailed Map Contact Info Phone, Email, Address, GPS coordinates Campgrounds Nearby List of Nearby Campgrounds Weather Local weather forecast These outdoors activities are available near Lake Clark National Park & Preserve.