Hike to Dumpling Overlook
Katmai National Park & Preserve
Dumpling Overlook offers expansive panoramic views of Naknek Lake, Brooks River, and Lake Brooks. Visitors also have the option to continue beyond the maintained trail to the summit.
A Challenge Worth the View A hike to Dumpling Overlook offers expansive views of Naknek Lake, Brooks River, and Lake Brooks. A great get-away from the relative hustle and bustle of Brooks Camp, this moderately strenuous hike climbs 800 feet (244 m) over 1.5 miles. The trailhead is located in the Brooks Camp Campground. More adventurous hikers have the option to continue beyond the overlook to reach the summit of Dumpling Mountain (2440 ft/744 m), another 2.5 mi (4 km). The trail climbs through several habitat communities on its way to the summit including boreal forest, subalpine meadows, and alpine tundra. Please note that beyond the overlook, there is no maintained trail. As with all areas of the park, visitors should always be bear aware. We recommend hiking in groups and talking out loud to avoid startling a bear. More information about bear safety can be found on our website.
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HikingMountainsScenic ViewsDumpling Mountainscenic overlookhikingKatmai National Park and Preserve
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Fees Apply
No
Seasons
Spring, Summer, Fall
Time of Day
Day, Night, Dawn, Dusk
Accessibility
Difficulty: Moderate to Strenuous The hike to the overlook climbs 800 feet (244 m) over 1.5 miles. The trail has steep portions and can be overgrown in certain areas. Past the overlook, the summit is an additional 2.5 miles one way and there is no maintained trail.
Pets
No
Reservations
No — Those seeking to make this an overnight backbacking trip can obtain a free permit at the Brooks Camp Visitor Center.