Mollie Beattie Wilderness

Mollie Beattie Wilderness is a protected area in northeastern Alaska with diverse ecosystems that range from sea level to peaks reaching about 9,000 feet in elevation. The landscape is shaped by the Brooks Range, which creates river valleys, alpine tundra, and subarctic forests.

This area was established as a protected zone by the United States Congress in 1980 through the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act. This action was part of a major effort to preserve large portions of Alaska for future generations.

This area is named after Mollie Beattie, a champion of environmental protection whose name reflects the importance of conservation for future generations. Visitors and nature lovers find here a place that embodies their passion for untouched wilderness.

Access requires air taxis or private aircraft, as no established roads exist within the area. Visitors should expect complete remoteness and plan carefully for self-sufficiency.

The area is home to a caribou herd population of about 110,000 animals that migrates seasonally through the southern portion. This mass movement is one of the most spectacular animal migrations in North America.