Becharof Wilderness

Becharof Wilderness spans 500,000 acres from Becharof Lake to the Pacific Ocean, featuring volcanic landscapes, fjords, and alpine tundra environments.

The United States Congress designated this wilderness area in 1980 through the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act for environmental preservation.

The Kanatak Trail within the wilderness stands as an enduring symbol of Alaska Native travel routes, connecting communities across the peninsula for 1,900 years.

Access to this wilderness requires chartered flights from King Salmon or Naknek, as no roads reach the protected territory.

Brown bears weighing up to 1,400 pounds gather in groups of 300 during salmon runs, making this area a primary location for bear observation.

Location: Alaska

GPS coordinates: 57.91940,-155.65600

Latest update: March 29, 2025 18:16