Yukon - Charley Rivers National Preserve

National Preserve · Alaska

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Aerial view of the Yukon River during fall colors
Photo: NPS Photo / Josh Spice

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  • Information

    Sheep Hunting Closure

    The Federal Subsistence Board closed sheep hunting to all users on Federal public lands within Yukon-Charley Rivers National Preserve and Glacier Mountain Controlled Use Areas Units in 20E and 25C due to significant declines to the sheep population. The authority was granted via WP26-76 on April 24, 2026 and the closure with extend through June 30, 2028.

    More from the park: Sheep Hunting Closure

Hours

Open 24-hours

Usual hours: Open 24-hours
Every dayAll Day

The preserve is open 24-hours a day

Visitor centers

Fairbanks Alaska Public Lands Information Center Today: 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Fairbanks Alaska Public Lands Information Center

Today: 8:00AM - 5:00PM (Winter Hours, Sep 7 – May 31)

Usual hours

Usual hours: Fairbanks Alaska Public Lands Information Center
Every day8:00AM - 5:00PM

Coming up:

  • Nov 11: Veterans Day (closed)
  • Nov 26: Thanksgiving Day (closed)

The Alaska Public Lands Information Center is open year-round.

Visitor center page on nps.gov: Fairbanks Alaska Public Lands Information Center

Eagle Visitor Center Closed today

Eagle Visitor Center

Today: Closed (Closed in Winter, Sep 8 – May 29)

Usual hours

Usual hours: Eagle Visitor Center
MondayClosed
Tuesday – Saturday9:00AM - 5:00PM
SundayClosed

The Visitor Center is open Tuesday-Saturday between June and mid-September

Visitor center page on nps.gov: Eagle Visitor Center

About this park

Located in Interior Alaska, Yukon-Charley Rivers offers exploration in a largely untouched landscape. Whether you float the mighty Yukon River or paddle the Charley River's whitewater, your memories will last a lifetime. Geology, cultural history, gold rush remnants, wildlife, and vast scenery will be a part of your experience. But, the strongest element will be solitude. Your adventure awaits.