Toklat River
A wide braided river valley at mile 53 of the Park Road, with a rest stop and ranger station. Bears and caribou are often seen here.
The Toklat River Rest Stop sits at mile 53 of the Park Road. Braided channels run across a gravel riverbed more than a kilometer wide, framed by colorful mountains, and the valley is frequently home to grizzly bears, caribou and wolves. The rest stop has restrooms, a small exhibit and rangers. When road conditions allow, it is the turnaround point for many bus tours. Since 2021, the road beyond mile 43 has been closed due to the Pretty Rocks landslide; check NPS announcements for reopening status. Coordinates are approximate.
Opening hours
Summer (depends on bus service)
Nearby sights
- Polychrome Overlook
- Eielson Visitor Center
- Sable Pass
- Teklanika River
- Primrose Ridge (Mount Margaret)
- Savage River Loop Trail
- Wonder Lake
- Kantishna