Lake Clark National Park

If you want the freedom to explore the rugged Alaskan wilderness with a comfortable home base to return to, consider visiting in an RV. Although RVing to Lake Clark National Park is impossible since the park isn’t connected to any road systems, you can reserve a site at The Driftwood Inn RV Park in Homer and then take an air taxi 65 miles northwest to reach your destination. When you arrive at the park, you can spend your day bear-watching, getting a history lesson at the famous Proenneke’s Cabin, or hiking the Tanalian Trails. The park is open 24/7, and the visitor’s center in Port Alsworth is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. from the end of March until mid-September. Since driving to Lake Clark National Park isn't an option, it’s important to thoroughly plan your trip before setting out. If you live close enough, you can drive your own rig to an RV park in Homer or Kenai. If you’re traveling in from further away, you can reserve RV rentals near Lake Clark National Park in Anchorage. Many of the local RV parks can only support smaller vehicles, so you’ll need to pay close attention when reserving your rig and campsite. The weather in Alaska can be harsh and is known to change at a moment’s notice. As such, you’ll want to keep your itinerary flexible in the event of bad weather and check the National Park Service website for up-to-the-minute information on any impending storms moving through the area.