Brooks Falls Bear Viewing in Katmai National Park

Watch massive brown bears fish for salmon at Brooks Falls in Katmai National Park, one of the most breathtaking wildlife encounters in Alaska.

Last updated: Feb 2025

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$1,350 per person
More than 500 Miles from you
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Brooks Falls in Katmai National Park offers an unparalleled bear-viewing experience. This 10-hour guided tour takes you deep into Alaska’s wilderness, where brown bears gather to catch leaping salmon. With no fences or barriers, you'll witness these majestic creatures up close in their natural habitat.

Your adventure begins with a scenic flight from Anchorage, soaring over glaciers, volcanoes, and untouched landscapes. Upon landing, a short walk leads to Brooks Falls viewing platforms, where you’ll watch bears fishing, playing, and interacting.

Best viewing is June–September during the peak salmon run. Whether you're a photographer or just capturing memories, this is one of the most iconic spots for grizzly bear photography.

An expert guide ensures a safe and educational experience, sharing insights into bear behavior, the salmon ecosystem, and conservation in Katmai National Park.

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Itinerary

Depart from Anchorage on a scenic flight over the Alaskan wilderness
Land at Katmai National Park and receive a safety briefing
Hike a short trail to Brooks Falls viewing platforms
Spend hours watching and photographing bears in their natural habitat
Return to Anchorage with memories of a lifetime

Location

4506 Lakeshore Dr, Anchorage, AK 99502

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Packing List

Sturdy, closed-toe walking shoes
Weather-appropriate clothing (dress in layers)
Rain jacket and waterproof gear
Camera with zoom lens for wildlife photography
Binoculars (optional but recommended)

4.8 ● Google reviews

Terrific trip to Clark Lake National Park! Extremely friendly, knowledgeable guides/pilots who always made you feel very safe and comfortable. Excited to come back and do Katmai with them.

We planned a flight with Tony at Regal air. He was amazingly accommodating and worked with us to make our trip memorable. Brett, or pilot, did an outstanding tour that allowed us to see the beauty of Alaska, the Knik glacier and even was able to get us over Prince William Sound. We couldn’t be happier and will definitely be coming back to them again.

We have flown with Regal Air for over 20 years. We trust our high-end clientele, as well as our personal families and young kids with them. Dealing with logistics and weather in Alaska is very challenging and Regal does a great job of juggling those logistics to put safety first while providing amazing bush plane experiences of all kinds. Living in remote Alaska we completely understand the ins and outs of bush plane travel and all things considered, we will continue to trust Regal Air for our bush flying needs.

Flew with Regal Air today for the Katmai National Park experience — and what a wonderful day it was! A big part of that was thanks to the professional and friendly team at Regal Air. Rebecca in the front office was outstanding — she went above and beyond to ensure every client felt looked after and happy. Our pilot, Dan, was equally impressive. A true professional, he not only navigated the flight with skill and confidence but also kept us informed and engaged with commentary on various landmarks along the way. Highly recommend Regal Air for anyone wanting a top-notch Alaska experience.

On our last day in Anchorage, we decided to take the Denali tour. Sadly, the weather didn't want to cooperate! Regal Air went above and beyond by notifying us that we may need to change plans or cancel prior to arriving. We decided to take a shorter flight tour instead, which was still fun. Regal ended up refunding us the difference from the original tour. That was very nice of them to do. The kids enjoyed the sights and getting to check out a glacier.

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