Riding here
Kobuk Valley, above the Arctic Circle, has no roads, trails or facilities. Visitors fly in or float the Kobuk River to see the Great Kobuk Sand Dunes and the caribou migration. It's not a place to bring a bike.
Getting there: Bush plane from Kotzebue, or by boat on the Kobuk River.
Where you can ride
There are no roads or designated bike routes in the park.
Where you can't
No roads or bike routes; check with the park before planning any wheeled travel.
When to go
Not a cycling destination.
E-bikes
Not applicable.
Fees
No entrance fee.
Sources
Checked November 2026 against these sources. Rules, closures and fees change; confirm with the park before you ride.
Edited by David Bussell. Spot something out of date? Tell us.