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Katmai NP, Alaska
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Brooks Falls in Katmai National Park is famous for its brown bears that gather to catch salmon leaping up the falls, offering one of the best bear viewing experiences in the world.
Each year, around 2,200 brown bears inhabit Katmai National Park, with many frequenting Brooks Falls during the salmon run.
The remote location of Brooks Falls means visitors must fly to King Salmon, Alaska, and then take a floatplane to reach the viewing platform.
The peak bear viewing season at Brooks Falls is from late June to early September, coinciding with the salmon run.
The National Park Service provides live streaming bear cams, allowing people worldwide to watch the bears in action at Brooks Falls.
Brooks Falls is located within Katmai National Park, which spans over 4 million acres and is known for its volcanic landscape and diverse wildlife.
Visitors are required to stay on designated platforms and follow strict guidelines to ensure safety for both humans and bears.
Katmai National Park, where Brooks Falls is located, was formed by a series of volcanic eruptions, including the massive 1912 eruption of Novarupta.
