Canoeing Loop in National Park

There are plenty of opportunities to canoe and kayak in the Katmai National Park, and the Savonoski Loop is one of the best options. It is an 80-mile loop which means if you complete the entire trip, you end up where you started. The thing to be aware of with this experience is that it is not for beginning canoers. There is often poor visibility because it frequently rains in the area. Many people who are expert canoers report they had difficulty navigating the loop due to tough vision. The loop is long and it takes a lot of work, but it is no comparison to hiking to the loop. If your focus is strictly on navigating the waterway, have a plane drop you at the starting point instead of hiking in. This will reserve all of your energy for the canoe trip. The views in the area are spectacular, and the wildlife is not to be missed. Do your best to bring along your camera and keep it dry because there will be plenty of chances to take photos. As with so many wildlife tours in Alaska, there are plenty of bears, so be prepared! Know bear safety skills and expect to see them up close. Some people travel to Alaska concerned they will miss out on the once in a lifetime chance to get up close and personal with a bear. There is no need to worry, especially if you plan to canoe the Savonoski Loop.