Sea kayaks are available for rent. Katmai National Park Katmai National Park is famous for its fascinating geological history and formations, extraordinary salmon runs, and propensity of bears. Adventurous travelers can bring their own tents and camp at the small campground, or there is a private lodge with all the amenities. Both are located at Brooks Camp. Lotteries are held in late February for camping permits.
Camping is limited to four nights and four-person parties.
Floatplane charters are available out of King Salmon. Brown bears abound in Brooks Camp all summer, but are most numerous in July and September. A bear viewing platform is perched on the edge of Brooks Falls, where bears intercept the leaping salmon. Photographs of bears standing at the top of Brooks Falls with a salmon jumping into their mouths are common. They can also give you information on tour operators and fishing guides.