Plan Your Visit

As one of North America's largest mountain-ringed river basins with an intact, unaltered ecosystem, Noatak National Preserve features some of the Arctic's finest arrays of plants and animals. The Noatak River offers spectacular wilderness float trip opportunities - from deep in the Brooks Range to the tidewater of the Chukchi Sea. The 400-mile river - a Wild and Scenic River - is virtually unchanged by the humans who have lived in the valley for the last 11,000 years.

 
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Basic Information

Start your visit here! Learn about hours, fees, visitor centers and more.

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Directions & Transportation

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Northwest Arctic Heritage Center in Kotzebue, AK
Northwest Arctic Heritage Center

Come to our visit center for park information, free film viewings, and a museum about the Arctic ecosystem and Inupiaq culture.

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Things to Do

Learn about all the ways to explore Noatak National Preserve.

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Calendar

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Safety

You'll enjoy your visit to Noatak National Preserve if you are prepared for weather conditions, emergency preparedness, and more!

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Accessibility

The Northwest Arctic Heritage Center located in Kotzebue is handicap accessible with a wheelchair available upon request.

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Opportunities in Kotzebue

All the things to do in and around Kotzebue, AK

Last updated: October 2, 2024

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

PO Box 1029
Kotzebue, AK 99752

Phone:

907 442-3890

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