Can I drive to Katmai from here?

No. Flying or boating is the only way. King Salmon Airport is the primary hub.

When is the visitor center open?

June 1 to mid-September, daily. Staff provide park maps, orientation films, and information.

Antlers Inn and Sockeye Cabins are the main options—both near the airport with laundry facilities. Book well in advance.

Yes, through Alaska Eagle Eye. Reserve early; vehicles fill up quickly in peak season.

Restaurants are concentrated near the airport. Antlers Inn has on-site dining. Lodging with kitchen facilities is ideal for longer stays.

June 1 to mid-September. This is when the visitor center and most services operate.

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