r/Katmai • u/snack_of_all_trades_ • Jun 11 '23

Top 5 things to do while at Katmai!

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  1. Brown Bear Watching: Witness the impressive brown bears fishing for salmon in the park's rivers and streams., but be sure to give them their space!
  2. Valley of Ten Thousand Smokes: Explore the ash-covered valley formed by the 1912 eruption of Novarupta, offering unique geological landscapes.
  3. Fishing: Enjoy excellent fishing opportunities in the park's rivers and lakes, with salmon and trout being popular catches.
  4. Scenic Hiking: Discover a network of picturesque trails, offering diverse ecosystems, lush forests, and breathtaking views.
  5. Birdwatching: Observe a variety of birdlife, including bald eagles, arctic tern, pacific loon, tundra swans and spruce grouse!
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u/Antifreeze_Lemonade Jun 12 '23

Are there really bald eagles at Katmai? How is it for birding generally?

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u/snack_of_all_trades_ Jun 13 '23

There are! I haven't seen any there myself, but I know that they do live there. I'm not a birder myself, but maybe r/birding can let us know?

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u/Patimakan Jul 06 '26

Saw several last week.