08/26/2023
Even though it's the second-largest site in the system at nearly 8.5 million acres, it's not surprising that so few people make their way to Gates of the Arctic National Park. It's the northernmost site in the system, located above the Arctic Circle with no roads, trails, or established campgrounds for visitors, truly making it a piece of untouched Alaskan wilderness that requires plenty of skill and proper planning to explore safely. Those looking to make their way to the remote park will most likely have to book a small plane to start and end their journey.