KWT IS UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP

We are excited to offer free WIFI, a light snack and friendly service. Our shuttle drivers and boat crewman are happy to assist with the loading and stowing of luggage, all the while providing a safe and friendly environment.

Katmai Water Taxi is the official water transportation to Brooks Falls within Katmai National Park. Operating late June – late September weather/wind permitting. Upon your arrival in King Salmon, you will be shuttled from King Salmon Airport, approved lodging, or approved shuttle stops to the Lake Camp Boat Launch. There you will cruise across scenic Naknek Lake (45 min) to Brooks Camp for your bear viewing, hiking or fishing adventure.

The water taxi leaves Lake Camp Boat Launch every odd hour starting at 7 AM, with the last departure at 5 PM (subject to change based on weather, wind and light conditions). The water taxi returns from Brooks Camp every even hour starting at 8 AM, with the last pick up at 6 PM.

Katmai Water Taxi is a transportation service only. Once you disembark the boat, you will be escorted by our boat crewman to the Brooks Camp Visitor Center. If needed, you will participate in the bear viewing orientation class hosted by Katmai National Park staff.

Explore Katmai National Park

Located in the remote southwest corner of Alaska, Katmai National Park is home to North America’s largest protected population of brown bears. One of the best bear viewing spots in the world, Brooks Falls is located within the park. The park protects 9,000 years of human history as well as habitat for millions of salmon and thousands of brown bears.

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Explore Brooks Falls

Brooks Falls in Katmai National Park is a hub for travelers to view these bears in action trying to catch their dinner and splash in the falls. By booking your transportation with Katmai Water Taxi, you will have access to a self guided tour of Brooks Falls to see these beautiful bears up close and personal.

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New Ownership in 2025

Summer of 2025 is looking to be our best summer yet! Under new ownership comes big upgrades including our new refund policy of if the boat doesn’t run, you don’t pay. We have listened to past customers feedback and have made the necessary upgrades including snacks, wifi, improved service, and refunds.

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