1000 Silver St., Bldg. 603 PO Box 7 King Salmon 99613 Alagnak Wild River is located in a remote part of the Alaska Peninsula, about 290 miles southwest of Anchorage. Access is by boat or small floatplane. Located between the stormy north Pacific Ocean and the even stormier Bering Sea, the Alagnak Wild River is often a battleground between weather systems. When you visit, be prepared to encounter all types of weather. On average, wet and cool conditions predominate in spring, summer, and fall. Winters are drier and colder. Entrance Fee-free This site is fee-free year-round. No entrance fee or pass is required. King Salmon Visitor CenterLocated next door to the King Salmon Airport, the King Salmon Visitor Center provides information on the many federal public lands of Southwest Alaska, particularly those in the Bristol Bay area. A large collection of films is available for viewing and an Alaska Geographic bookstore sells maps, charts, videos, posters, clothing and more. Public WiFi is not available.
Limited cell reception is available at the King Salmon Visitor Center located at the King Salmon airport. There is no publicly provided internet along the Alagnak River. Some privately owned lodges and guest houses may offer wifi to their guests. In-holdings of private property exist along the shores of Alagnak River. At no time is it permissible to enter private lands without prior consent from the landowner. Please respect the rights of property owners and avoid illegal trespassing. |
Last updated: February 25, 2016