Aniakchak Crater

Aniakchak Crater

Aniakchak is an extant volcano. The caldera formed during a major eruption in 1645 B.C. The most recent eruption was in 1931. Surprise Lake within the caldera is the source of the Aniakchak River, a National Wild River.

Location

Mount Aniakchak, Aniakchak National Monument and Preserve
Lake and Peninsula County
Alaska, USA

Getting There

Getting to Aniakchak Crater can be challenging as it is located in a remote area of Alaska, and there are no roads that lead to it. The best way to reach the crater is by plane or by boat. Here are some possible ways to get there:

By plane: The closest airport to Aniakchak Crater is King Salmon Airport, which is served by several regional airlines. From there, you can charter a plane to Aniakchak or take a bush plane with a local air taxi service. The flight takes about an hour.

By boat: Another option is to take a boat from King Salmon to the coast of the Aniakchak National Preserve and then hike to the crater. This requires some wilderness experience and planning, as the hike is over rough terrain and may take several days.

It's important to note that Aniakchak Crater is located in a wilderness area, and visitors should be prepared for the remote and challenging conditions. It's recommended to contact the National Park Service for information on permits, safety, and trail conditions before planning a trip to the crater.

Nearby Airports

This is a list of primary airports in Alaska that have scheduled passenger service on commercial airlines.