Cape Krusenstern National Monument
North of the Arctic Circle, Cape Krusenstern is north of the Arctic Circle and stretches 70 miles along the Chukchi Sea shoreline. Beach ridges provide proof of 5,000 years of human activity, and Inupiat people continue to use the resources today. Expansive wetlands produce food, water, and shelter for migratory birds. Carpets of tundra wildflowers and sometimes musk oxen, moose, or caribou can be spotted in the park by hikers and boaters alike.
At A Glance
In The Park
Superintendent: Julie HopkinsPhone Number: 907-442-3890
Entrance Fees: Free
Sights: Chukchi Sea; Krusenstern Lagoon; Kotzebue Sound
Endangered Species: Eskimo Curlew
Important Dates
Established as Park: December 1, 1978By The Numbers
Acres: 649,085.00Highest Point: Mt. Noak (2010 feet)
Annual Visitation: 2,598 (2006)
Location
Latitude / Longitude :67.410940 / -163.460530 (map it)
State: AK
Nearby Big City: Kotzebue, AK
Gateway Communities: Fairbanks, AK; Anchorage, AK; Kotzebue, AK
Nearby Airports: Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC); Fairbanks International Airport (FAI)
Green Features
Has Recycling? : NoHas Shuttle System? : No
Has Volunteer Program? : No
In Detail
Animals Arctic Animals Seabirds spend most of their time searching for food in the marine waters and come ashore only to rest or to breed. Thousands of seabirds nest within the monument's outer coast. Molti ... read more.
At A Glance Western Arctic National Parklands In 1980, as part of the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act, the U.S. Congress established Bering land Bridge National Preserve, Cape Krusenstern Nationa ... read more.
Frequently Asked Questions What designations are associated with Cape Krusenstern National Monument? Boundary Change - December 2, 1980 National Monument - December 1, 1978 Where can I camp in Cape Krusenstern National Monumen ... read more.
Geology The Beach Ridges of the Cape Cape Krusenstern National Monument is a coastal plain dotted with sizable lagoons and backed by gently rolling limestone hills. Nearly 5000 years of prehistory are repre ... read more.
History History & Culture Cape Krusenstern National Monument invites you to look into the past. The Monument was established to protect a series of more than 100 beach ridges preserving 5,000 years of Inupia ... read more.
In A Nutshell Directions Getting There Cape Krusenstern National Monument lies within a remote area of northwest Alaska and is bordered by the Arctic Ocean and Chukchi Sea. Visitors generally access the monument ... read more.
Natural World Nature and Science Cape Krusenstern National Monument is most famous for its archeological sites. They depict every known cultural period in arctic Alaska and provide information about both prehisto ... read more.
Park Regulations & Safety Laws Protect Archeological Sites on Public Lands Archeological sites are time capsules from the past. They are the keys to understanding ancient activities and sometimes forgotten cultures. Working ... read more.
Planning Your Visit Things To Know Before You Come Visitors should be prepared to enjoy a non-traditional National Park Service experience. There are no roads, trails, campgrounds or regularly attended ranger stations ... read more.
Preservation Centennial Initiative 2016 On August 25, 2006 - the 90th anniversary of the National Park Service - Secretary of the Interior Dirk Kempthorne launched the National Park Centennial Initiative to prep ... read more.
Things To Do Things To Do Kayaking, fishing, camping, hiking, backpacking, wildlife watching, and photo opportunities abound in the summer. With winter arctic survival skills and personal equipment, snow machini ... read more.
Who's Who at the Park Superintendent Welcome to Cape Krusenstern National Monument, one of 4 areas within Western Arctic National Parklands. These lands comprise some of the most beautiful areas as well as being some of ... read more.
Recent News
- Rare Musk Ox May Be Threatened By Climate Change April 24, 2008, 3:01 pm
Cape Krusenstern In Depth
News from the Parks
Frommer's Top 5 Parks for Cozy Camping
November 21, 2008 - 10:01am
I always look forward to getting my Frommer's newsletter every week. Not only are they budget travel saavy, they inspire me to get out there no matter the weather! Here are their top five picks for cozy camping.
November 21, 2008 - 10:01am
I always look forward to getting my Frommer's newsletter every week. Not only are they budget travel saavy, they inspire me to get out there no matter the weather! Here are their top five picks for cozy camping.
Park to Reopen Today after Crews Repair Road, Channel Kautz Creek
November 21, 2008 - 9:56am
The Nisqually Road in Mount Rainier National Park will reopen today, a day earlier than expected. The road, and the park, have been closed since Nov. 12 when Kautz Creek jumped its banks and flooded the main road into the park.
November 21, 2008 - 9:56am
The Nisqually Road in Mount Rainier National Park will reopen today, a day earlier than expected. The road, and the park, have been closed since Nov. 12 when Kautz Creek jumped its banks and flooded the main road into the park.
Jenna Otter Returns to Scene of Grizzly Bear Attack
November 21, 2008 - 9:55am
Reporting from Glacier National Park -- No one knew what to expect on the trail to Grinnell Glacier one late summer morning, but a second bull moose less than an hour out was hardly a good sign. During September and October -- mating season -- it's always best to give the spindly-legged animals plenty of room.
November 21, 2008 - 9:55am
Reporting from Glacier National Park -- No one knew what to expect on the trail to Grinnell Glacier one late summer morning, but a second bull moose less than an hour out was hardly a good sign. During September and October -- mating season -- it's always best to give the spindly-legged animals plenty of room.
Expected Rule Change Would Benefit Bicycling in National Parks
November 21, 2008 - 9:07am
An upcoming National Park Service (NPS) rule change could greatly benefit mountain bicycling by improving the administrative process for opening trails to bicycles. IMBA has been asking the agency to revise its policies since 1992, because the current "special regulations" process is needlessly cumbersome and treats bicycles like motorized vehicles.
November 21, 2008 - 9:07am
An upcoming National Park Service (NPS) rule change could greatly benefit mountain bicycling by improving the administrative process for opening trails to bicycles. IMBA has been asking the agency to revise its policies since 1992, because the current "special regulations" process is needlessly cumbersome and treats bicycles like motorized vehicles.
Things Slow At Hawaii's National Parks
November 21, 2008 - 8:55am
On our recent trip to Hawaii we had a feeling that things were less busy than usual. Now there are some numbers to back up our hunch: The national parks in the state saw a drop in attendance of more than 50,000 visitors during the month of October.
November 21, 2008 - 8:55am
On our recent trip to Hawaii we had a feeling that things were less busy than usual. Now there are some numbers to back up our hunch: The national parks in the state saw a drop in attendance of more than 50,000 visitors during the month of October.
