National Preserve · Alaska, United States
Lake Clark National Preserve
Lake Clark National Preserve is a national preserve in Alaska, United States, established in 1978.
National Preserve · Alaska, United States
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Park facts
| Park type | National Preserve |
|---|---|
| Location | Alaska, United States |
| Established | 1978 |
| Coordinates | 60.9667° N, 153.4167° 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 Lake Clark National Preserve
Lake Clark National Park and Preserve is a United States national park and preserve in southwest Alaska, about 100 miles (160 km) southwest of Anchorage. The park was first proclaimed a national monument in 1978, then established as a national park and preserve in 1980 by the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act. The park includes many streams and lakes vital to the Bristol Bay salmon fishery, including its namesake Lake Clark. A wide variety of recreational activities may be pursued in the park and preserve year-round.
Description from the park's Wikipedia article (CC BY-SA), linked in the sources below.
Planning your visit
What to do
Where to stay
| Campgrounds | Limited |
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Airports near this park
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- Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) · Anchorage, United States · 115.4 miles away
Parks nearby
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Lake Clark National Preserve?
Lake Clark National Preserve is in Alaska, United States (60.9667° N, 153.4167° W).
When was Lake Clark National Preserve established?
Lake Clark National Preserve was established in 1978, per the source listed at the foot of this page.
Does Lake Clark National Preserve have campgrounds?
Yes, but campgrounds at Lake Clark National Preserve are limited.
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/Lake_Clark_National_Preserve — Wikipedia article — description (CC BY-SA).
- https://www.nps.gov/lacl/ — Official park page.