Bering Land Bridge National Preserve |
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Nome, AK 99762 (907) 443-2522 |
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Preserving the last above-ground portion of the land path that once connected North America to Asia, the Bering Land Bridge National Preserve holds a natural wilderness that is not only beautiful, but an important part of human history. Generally considered to be the route that allowed humans to first enter the Americas, some 13,000 years ago the land that is now the Seward Peninsula was directly joined to east Asia, providing a path for humans, animals and plants to travel by land into this new region of the world. Today, the land path to Asia has been submerged underneath the Bering Strait, but the national preserve still offers a once-of-a-kind adventure for experienced visitors. Summer access is limited to drop off by bush plane or small boat, while during the winter the preserve is reachable by snowmobile, dog sled or on skis. There are native villages that still occupy this preserve, making a life out of the natural bounty of the region, but these are largely self-contained and not meant for tourist visits. Visitors can fish and hunt in the preserve, or simply enjoy watching the local wildlife from afar. The bunkhouse at the Serpentine Hot Springs provides a shelter for overnight stays, but most outdoor enthusiasts choose to camp out in the wild instead. Located far to the north and west of Alaska, the summer at this park is short and the winter is long, necessitating a great deal of preparation and personal skill before a trip to this land can be undertaken.
Open daily year round. Nome interpretive center open daily 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Free.
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