Katmai National Park and Preserve

National park · Lake and Peninsula Borough

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Our Readers' Favorite National Parks in the U.S. of 2025

"One of the least-visited parks, this remote Alaskan destination is accessible only by small plane (no road access) and is cherished by readers for its wild, untouched natural beauty." - Hannah Walhout Hannah Walhout Hannah Walhout is a senior editor at Travel + Leisure, where she edits the Discoveries section of the print magazine and develops longer stories focusing on food, wine, and spirits. She has previously worked at Food & Wine and in the writing program at NYU Abu Dhabi. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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