Overview

Given its remote location and challenging weather conditions, Aniakchak is one of the most wild and least visited places in the National Park System. This landscape is a vibrant reminder of Alaska's location in the volcanically active "Ring of Fire," as it is home to an impressive six mile (10 km) wide, 2,500 ft (762 m) deep caldera formed during a massive volcanic eruption 3,500 years ago.

When you visit, be prepared to encounter all types of weather. On average, wet and cool conditions predominate in spring, summer, and fall. Strong winds can delay the departure and arrival of boats and floatplanes.

11/23

Overcast

L:14.3°
H:26°

11/24

Snow showers: Slight intensity

L:17.2°
H:33.1°

11/25

Snowfall: Slight intensity

L:33.1°
H:35.6°

11/26

Snowfall: Slight intensity

L:34.3°
H:36°

11/27

Rain showers: Slight intensity

L:36.8°
H:38°

11/28

Rain showers: Slight intensity

L:32.3°
H:37.1°

11/29

Rain showers: Slight intensity

L:32.2°
H:41.7°

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Aerial shot of Aniakchak Caldera

Activities

Things To Do

Camping, Backcountry Camping, Climbing, Mountain Climbing, Flying, Hiking, Backcountry Hiking, Paddling, Whitewater Rafting, Wildlife Watching, Birdwatching

Topics

Things To Explore

Archeology, Animals, Arctic, Tundra, Geothermal, Mountains, Volcanoes, Wilderness

Black Nose, Aniakchak Caldera

Contact

Aniakchak National Monument and Preserve

Aniakchak National Monument is a truly primitive environment with no federally-maintained public facilities. The NPS imposes no operating hours or seasonal restrictions. Access to and movement within Aniachak, however, may be limited or restricted at any time depending upon prevailing weather conditions.

Wednesday: All DayMonday: All DayThursday: All DaySunday: All DayTuesday: All DayFriday: All DaySaturday: All Day