National Monument · Alaska, United States
Cape Krusenstern National Monument
Cape Krusenstern National Monument is a national monument in Alaska, United States, covering 649,096 acres (262,680 ha), established in 1978.
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Park facts
| Park type | National Monument |
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| Location | Alaska, United States |
| Area | 649,096 acres (262,680 ha) |
| Established | 1978 |
| Coordinates | 67.3333° N, 163.5830° W |
| Managed by | National Park Service |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
About Cape Krusenstern National Monument
Cape Krusenstern National Monument and the colocated Cape Krusenstern Archeological District is a U.S. National Monument and a National Historic Landmark centered on Cape Krusenstern in northwestern Alaska. The national monument was one of fifteen new National Park Service units designated by the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act (ANILCA) of 1980. It was initially declared a national monument under the authority of the Antiquities Act by President Jimmy Carter on December 1, 1978. Cape Krusenstern is primarily a coastal plain, containing large lagoons and rolling hills of limestone.
Description from the park's Wikipedia article (CC BY-SA), linked in the sources below.
Planning your visit
Where to stay
| Campgrounds | Yes |
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Airports near this park
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- Ralph Wien Memorial Airport (OTZ) · Kotzebue, United States · 40.7 miles away
- Bob Baker Memorial Airport (IAN) · Kiana, United States · 87.9 miles away
- Deering Airport (DRG) · Deering, United States · 90.2 miles away
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Cape Krusenstern National Monument?
Cape Krusenstern National Monument is in Alaska, United States (67.3333° N, 163.5830° W).
When was Cape Krusenstern National Monument established?
Cape Krusenstern National Monument was established in 1978, per the source listed at the foot of this page.
How big is Cape Krusenstern National Monument?
Cape Krusenstern National Monument covers 649,096 acres (262,680 ha).
Does Cape Krusenstern National Monument have campgrounds?
Yes — Cape Krusenstern National Monument has campgrounds.
Sources
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_the_United_States_National_Park_System_official_units — Wikipedia list of National Park System official units — unit name, state, official designation.
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_areas_in_the_United_States_National_Park_System — Wikipedia list of National Park System areas — year established and gross area.
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cape_Krusenstern_National_Monument — Wikipedia article — description (CC BY-SA).
- https://www.nps.gov/cakr/ — Official park page.