Gates of the Arctic National Park & Preserve in Alaska is the most remote and wild of all US National Parks. Characterized by rugged mountains, vast tundra, and glacial rivers, it offers unparalleled wilderness solitude. No roads penetrate its boundaries; access is primarily by air or river. Wildlife includes grizzly bears, wolves, caribou, and Dall sheep. The park's namesake, the Gates of the Arctic, is a dramatic mountain pass. Visitors seek adventure through backpacking, kayaking, and flightseeing, experiencing raw, untamed nature.
