Becharof Lake
Lake Large Alaskan lake within Becharof National Wildlife Refuge.
Becharof Lake in southwest Alaska lies inside Becharof National Wildlife Refuge and attracts anglers, boaters and wildlife observers; brown bears, salmon runs and expansive tundra-and-lake scenery define visits.
How to Get to Becharof Lake #
Access is by floatplane or by boat from coastal communities. The nearest regional hubs for arranging charters are King Salmon and Naknek. Private fishing lodges and charter operators can provide seasonal transfers.
Tips for Visiting Becharof Lake #
- Hire a bush pilot or boat operator from King Salmon or Naknek-roads do not reach the lake.
- Bring bear spray and practice food storage protocols: brown and black bears frequent shorelines and spawning streams in summer.
- If fishing, secure the appropriate Alaska state and federal permits; the lake is part of a larger refuge with regulations.
Best Time to Visit Becharof Lake #
Summer is prime for wildlife viewing and access; shoulder seasons offer solitude but riskier weather and limited services.
Weather & Climate near Becharof Lake #
Becharof Lake's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -8°C to 14°C. Moderate rainfall (599 mm/year).
January
January is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm).
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -8°C. The driest month with just 29 mm.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm).
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May
May is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm).
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June
June is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm).
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July
July is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm).
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September
September is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with 81 mm of rain.
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October
October is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm).
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December
December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm).
