| Journey to a Wildlife Paradise Clouds of
seabirds, rare birds from Asia, unique species found nowhere else, velvety green
tundra ablaze with flowers, World War II battlefields, dramatic coastlines, sand
beaches of every color, and steaming volcanoes are just some of the delights awaiting
visitors to the Alaska Maritime Refuge. It is not, however, an easy refuge to
visit. Only in a few wildlife viewing hotspots is access
doable for most people. Beyond the End of the Road A
journey to the far-flung lands of the Alaska Maritime Refuge almost always involves
a boat. You will be in good historic company. Boats are how the first inhabitants
of these islands and coastal lands traveled, and it's how the refuge research
crews usually reach their destinations. Follow this link to learn more about How
to Reach the Alaska Maritime Refuge Road, Air Links to Visitor Center,
Headquarters For those not ready to set sail, the Alaska
Islands & Ocean Visitor Center and Refuge headquarter in Homer, Alaska,
can be reached by vehicle and scheduled aircraft from Anchorage (225 miles). Rewards
Surpass Challenges Nature adds challenges to journeying here. Alaska’s
vast distances and coastal weather can complicate travel plans. To learn more
about travel challenges
follow this link. Travel
Tips for a Great Journey Find information at this link for how to
dress, when to come for best wildlife viewing, and proper etiquette for interacting
with precious coastal resources and refuge neighbors. A Wilderness Refuge There
are no campgrounds on the refuge although camping is allowed on most of the refuge.
Recreational facilities on the refuge are limited to a few, first come first serve
public use cabins on Adak and short trails on Adak, Unalaska and the Pribilofs.
Nearby villages and towns offer visitor services. For
More Help Contact the refuge, poppy_benson@fws.gov
for more information on visiting the less accessible parts of the refuge. |