5 Top-Rated Lodges in Katmai National Park and Preserve, Alaska

In the Heart of the Magnificent Katmai Wilderness Brooks Lodge overlooks the world famous Brooks River in the heart of Katmai National Park. The lodge, originally conceived as a fishing camp, has been in operation since 1950. The facilities have seen continuous upgrading and have gained a world-wide reputation, attracting visitors from all continents. Bear viewing at Brooks Falls is only a short walk away. Guest accommodations consist of sixteen modern rooms all with modern private facilities. Rooms accommodate two to four persons. The beautiful main lodge building boasts a spectacular view of aquamarine Naknek Lake. Its large circular fireplace is popular for evening relaxing and reminiscing about the day's adventures. Hearty Alaska fare is served three times a day buffet style in the dining area of the lodge. Cocktails are available for purchase at the lodge bar each afternoon and evening. The world famous bear viewing at Brooks Falls is only a short walk from Katmailand's Brooks Lodge. As many as fifty bears live along the mile and a half long Brooks River during the salmon season. Many visitors see bears within minutes of arrival. All visitors are instructed by the National Park Service on how to conduct themselves in "Bear Country". Superb sportfishing is available adjacent to the lodge on the Brooks River and on the Brooks and Naknek Lakes. The Brooks River is fly fishing only. The Brooks Lodge fishing packages are for independent minded fly fishermen who want to experience the great sportfishing of the Katmai area without the expense of a fully guided sportfishing lodge. Including fly outs in your stay will provide the means to fish other hot spots and allow you to take advantage of the variety of species of fish available in southwest Alaska. At Brooks Lodge you are just 22 miles from the volcanic "Valley of 10,000 Smokes". The Valley is the sight of one of the most violent eruptions in modern history. Novarupta Volcano exploded in 1912 with blasts of hot winds and gas which spewed hot glowing pumice and ash, destroying all living things and burying more than 40 square miles of lush green valley under ash deposits to depths of 700 feet. Daily tours of "Valley of 10,000 Smokes" depart from Brooks Lodge daily. Comfortable accommodations in the heart of the magnificent Katmai wilderness make this a truly perfect vacation spot.

Katmai Wilderness Lodge is located on the remote coast of Alaska's Katmai National Park offering intimate and personalized bear viewing. Completely isolated and with limited guests capacity (12 max), we offer small, intimate guided wildlife excursions for a truly unforgettable Alaskan experience. We offer 3, 4, and 7 night all-inclusive tour packages that include round trip airfare from Kodiak, comfortable overnight accommodations with private bathrooms, exquisite meals, and guided nature excursions on and around the shores of protected bays along the Katmai Coast. While bears take center stage, many of our guests also see harbor seals, sea otters, eagles and a variety of marine bird life. On special occasions we also see wolves, moose, red fox, whales, porpoise, sea lions and river otters. Our highly skilled and professional lodge staff ensures everyone's enjoyment and safety while visiting Katmai Wilderness Lodge.

Alaska's Premier Fly Out Sportfishing Lodge, Kulik Lodge is Alaska's best fly out sportfishing lodge and is located within spectacular Katmai National Park. It is the only lodge on the renown Kulik River, which is the epitome of a rainbow trout stream. Its gin clear water, gravel bottom and plentiful food supply provide an ideal habitat for the large population of native rainbow trout. Optional Flyouts from Kulik will provide the means to fish other hot spots within a 100-mile radius of the lodge and allow you to take advantage of the variety of species of fish available in southwest Alaska: rainbow trout, arctic char, grayling, lake trout, pike, and five species of Pacific Salmon. Kulik's can accommodate up to 28 guests in 12 comfortable cabins, each with shower and bath. The main dining room features an open fireplace/ bar and complimentary cocktails. Come fish the legendary Kulik. See why those who fish 150 days a year say there is no finer fishing anywhere in the world .

Big Ku Lodge is in the center of unsurpassed wilderness, wildlife, and adventure. Big Ku offers an exclusive, private (no more than 6 guests) and comfortable setting within the boundaries of Katmai National Park's 4.2 million acres. Just you and the wilderness...

Expect seclusion and comfortable accommodations at Grosvenor, not to mention the great fishing for rainbows, char, lake trout, pike and sockeye salmon (in season). The narrows area adjacent to the lodge provides excellent fishing. Grosvenor also has access by jet boat to some of the area's finest fishing streams. Two of the rivers accessible from Grosvenor are the largest spawning streams for sockeye salmon in the Naknek drainage, getting more than 100,000 fish each annually. Grosvenor truly provides the "it feels like my own fishing lodge" experience and is ideal for families, business associates or a group of fishing buddies. Guests are accommodated in the three guest cabins which have heat and electricity. A completely modern bathhouse is situated right next to the cabins. The kitchen and dining area feature a great view of Grosvenor Lake. Many a tale has been told in the main lodge which houses the lounging area and bar, where complimentary cocktails are served each evening. The personable staff, comfortable accommodations, and excellent fishing assure you a memorable fishing experience. Four (4) guests is considered a full camp, however if a group would like to book the entire lodge, up to six (6) guests can be comfortably accommodated.