A hiker in Gates of the Arctic, one of the national parks in Alaska

The northernmost National Park in America, Gates of the Arctic lies entirely above the Arctic Circle in Alaska. There are no roads to the park, making it accessible only by plane, boat, or foot. For true adventurers looking for solitude, this is one of the best national parks to visit.

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Gates of the Arctic National Park Information

Park Size: 8.4 million acres

Established: December 2, 1980

Entrance Fee: None

Nearby Communities: Bettles, Anaktuvuk Pass

Visitor Centers: Morris-Thompson Cultural Center (Fairbanks), Anaktuvuk Pass Ranger Station, Bettles Ranger Station

Campgrounds: None

How to Get There: Plane, boat, or on foot

Best Time to Visit: Summer

Unique Things to Do: Float one of the rivers or take an epic backpacking trip in true Wilderness