The U.S.
National Park Service
The U.S. National Park Service maintains three parks within South-central
Alaska. Lake Clark, Katmai, and Kenai Fjords National Parks can
all be accessed from Kenai either via the road system or by air.
Lake Clark National Park and Preserve
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Lake Clark National Park and Preserve is often
noted for its rough untamed terrain. From its snow topped volcanoes,
Illiamna and Redoubt, to mountain glaciers, it is an area of constant
movement and change. The land serves as a living and breathing
geology lesson, harboring evidence of land movement caused by
earthquakes, glacier movement, and volcanic activity. Backpacking,
fishing, and rafting are Lake Clark's most popular recreational
offerings. There are no trails through the steep and rugged terrain,
and weather can be unpredictable at all times of the year. Inexperienced
travelers are encouraged to arrange travel plans with one of the
many expert
guides who are familiar with the Park. There is virtually
no road access to Lake Clark National Park, but local
air taxi companies provide access via small aircraft in under
two hours, as does the Kenai
Municipal Airport .
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