Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge

Fish and Wildlife Service, Alaska.

President Franklin D. Roosevelt created the Refuge in 1941 to protect Kodiak bears and their habitat. Today, the refuge strives to instill regard for bears, salmon, and other wildlife; to protect interdependent species of fish, wildlife and plants within the largest intact, pristine island ecosystem in North America; and to ensure compatible management of wildlife, subsistence, recreation, and economic uses of refuge resources.

Camping and Day Use

Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge Cabins

Nearby Activities

Backpacking
Birding
Boating
Environmental Education
Fire Lookouts/Cabins Overnight
Fishing
Hiking
Hunting
Interpretive Programs
Non-Motorized Boating
Photography
Visitor Center
Wildlife Viewing

Directions

Kodiak Island is accessible by commercial airlines from Anchorage or ferry through the Alaska Marine Highway System. The refuge is accessible only by float plane or boat. Several air charters are available in the town of Kodiak that can fly you to the refuge.

Additional Information

Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge

Photo Gallery

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