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Lake Clark National Park & PreserveA rainbow over the mountains along the historic Telaquana trail route.
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Lake Clark National Park & Preserve
Wolves
Most wolves, like most people, prefer to live in groups.
A careful observer can often find wolf tracks in the
Lake Clark area.
 

Wolves in Lake Clark National Park and Preserve are found mainly in the park's mountainous areas, generally below 5,000 feet in coniferous forests, and in open tundra. Although they are a fairly common sight, even around Port Alsworth, little is known about the lives of Lake Clark wolves - none are radio collared. For more information, visit the State of Alaska's wildlife notebook wolf page.

A dog team in winter. Photo courtesy of Guy Groat.  

Did You Know?
As recently as the 1960s, dog team travel was still the best way to get around Lake Clark country in the winter. Snowmobiles are more common now, but many people still keep sled dogs.

Last Updated: July 24, 2006 at 22:37 EST