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Drone Rules for Katmai National Park and Preserve

Alaska (AK) • United States
Alaska, USA
Lat: 58.5862 • Lng: -154.97
Ground Not allowed Last updated: May 27, 2026
Summary
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Drones are prohibited in Katmai National Park per NPS closure order. Brown bear salmon fishing is protected.

Drone Rules - Katmai National Park

Drones are not allowed in Katmai National Park and Preserve.

Key Rules

  • No recreational drone flights within the park
  • Commercial use requires a Special Use Permit
  • Brooks Falls brown bears catching sockeye salmon are world-famous; drone disturbance could disrupt critical feeding behavior

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