Alaska
Katmai National Park
Alaska
Best: Summer (July)
Located in the remote wilderness of southwestern Alaska, Katmai is the brown bear viewing capital of the world. Accessible only by floatplane or boat, the park is famous for Brooks Falls, where dozens of grizzlies gather each summer to catch salmon mid-air during the peak run.
Park Highlights
- Brooks Falls - watch grizzlies catch leaping salmon mid-air
- Over 40 bears visible at once during the peak July salmon run
- Remote fly-in access via floatplane to Brooks Camp
- Boardwalk and viewing platforms for close, safe bear watching