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Brooks Camp Campground At Katmai National Park To Remain Closed Through 2020

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By NPT Staff - July 21st, 2020
The campground at Brooks Camp in Katmai National Park will not open this year/NPS file

The campground at Brooks Camp in Katmai National Park, seen here with electric bear fencing, will not open this year/NPS file

The campground at Brooks Camp in Katmai National Park and Preserve will not open this year due to the coronavirus pandemic.

According to a park release, an increase in COVID-19 cases has been documented in several of the park’s gateway communities, and health officials have asked the park to close the campground out of concern for surrounding remote Alaska communities. The park is taking this action due to health and safety concerns, as well as other operational considerations.

The Brooks Camp Developed Area continues to be open for day-use. The Brooks Camp Visitor Center is open daily from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Visitors should expect modified operations in the area, including reduced numbers in buildings, viewing platforms, and other gathering areas to facilitate appropriate social distancing.

Visitors to the BCDA are asked to follow best practices including wearing a mask or other face covering, washing hands often, maintaining at least 6 feet from other visitors and park staff. Visitors are cautioned to stay home if not feeling well.

Areas immediately outside of the BCDA within the national park remain fully accessible to the public, including for overnight camping, in accordance with the latest federal, state, and local health guidance. Law Enforcement and first responder services remain accessible.

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