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Brown bears at Brooks Falls, Alaska, USA Brown bears at Brooks Falls Alaska, USA Remove
In October6°C16 rainy days
Flying time5h 15mfrom Los Angeles
Ideal stayA day trip, or two nights to see more
Best forWildlife & nature · Photographers · Adventure seekers
The feel of itRemote, wet, quietly thrilling
Where people stayKing Salmonor Brooks Camp
Getting aroundManageable without a car
Money and languageUSDEnglish
AccommodationExpensive

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