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Aleutian World War II National Historic AreaB24D from the 404th Bomber Squadron prepares to return to Shemya Island.
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Aleutian World War II National Historic Area
Operating Hours & Seasons
 
The best time to visit the park is May through October, but the park is open year round. Visitors may access the area at any time but overnight camping is not permitted. The Aleutian World War II National Historic area can be accessed in the summer via an unimproved gravel switchback road from the city of Unalaska. In the winter you'll need snowshoes or skis.
Totem hall at Sitka National Historical Park  

Did You Know?
Alaska’s Governor John Brady asked leaders from several southeast Alaska villages to donate totem poles for public exhibitions outside of Alaska, and eventually, for display at Sitka’s popular public park. More than a dozen Tlingit and Haida poles were placed along the park’s trail in 1906.
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Last Updated: July 24, 2006 at 22:37 EST