The Superintendent issued a closure of the Smith/40-Mile Public Use Cabin due to being unsafe for public occupancy as a result of structural damage caused by the 2023 Yukon River break-up and flooding. More
Federal Public Lands Closed to All Sheep Hunting in Portions of Units 20E/25C for 2024/2025 Seasons
The Federal Subsistence Board issued a closure to all hunting of sheep on lands south of the Yukon River within Yukon-Charley Rivers National Preserve due to a major decline in sheep abundance. More
If you're traveling somewhere without phone reception, you must be prepared to self-rescue and to be self-
sufficient. Contact the park you're planning to visit to learn more about staying safe in wild lands.
To report a missing or overdue person traveling on national park lands in Alaska, or to request emergency
assistance from the National Park Service, call:
833-477-9357 (toll-free, USA only)
907-683-2276 (local Alaska number, also works for international callers)
Crime Tips
You can help protect our treasured National Park Service (NPS) sites. If you see something suspicious in
any NPS location, or if you have information that could aid an investigation, stay safe and tell us about it.
Talk to any NPS employee for help in reporting suspicious activity
Call or text the tip line: 888-653-0009 (toll-free, USA only)
Law Enforcement, Safety, Visitor and Resource Protection
You can help protect our treasured National Park Service (NPS) sites.
If you see something suspicious in any NPS location, or if you have information that could aid an investigation, stay safe and tell us about it.
Talk to any NPS employee for help in reporting suspicious activity, or give the Special Agents of the NPS Investigative Services Branch a call. We understand that it may take time to reach park personnel and/or areas with cell or internet service.
