Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Geographic Information System (GIS) Information
and Maps
Land
Mining
Miscellaneous
Publications
Public Use Cabins
State Forests and Trees
State Parks
Visitor Information
Water Issues
Geographic Information System (GIS) Information and Maps
What type of GIS information can I obtain from DNR?
The Alaska State Geo-Spatial Data Clearinghouse (ASGDC) provides an electronic pathway for the public to access a wide variety of information in the form of maps, images and descriptions about Alaska geo-spatial data. The ASGDC combines the documentation for GIS data from participating state and local government agencies and is organized by theme.
There are several datasets available to the public, including: biological, boundary, cultural (such as cities), DNR land records, environmental, general land status, geoscience, graticule (such as section and township grids), natural resources (such as mining claims), physical features, and transportation (such as pipelines and roads).
Data may also be obtained in alternate forms (i.e. CD-ROM) by contacting the GIS Public Access Coordinator.
What types of maps are available from DNR?
The DNR Map Library provides online access to maps created and distributed by DNR. Maps are available for download in PDF format at no charge. Each map in the library also indicates where a paper version may be purchased and the cost.
The types of maps available include:
Boundary
Land Selections
Land Status
Mental Health
Miscellaneous (i.e. Election Districts and Townships)
Public Interest
Resource
Roads and Trails
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Land
Can I obtain gravel from state land?
You may purchase up to 200 cubic yards of gravel for personal use from
the state. Rates may vary per region. Not all pits are open to the public.
The Public Information Center can help you identify
which are open for your use and issue permits.
How do geographic features get named?
Through Alaska's Geographic
Names Program. Proposals for new names of geographic features in
Alaska are considered by the Alaska
Historical Commission under the Office of History and Archaeology,
Division of Parks & Outdoor Recreation.
How do I research information on a
piece of land?
To look up information on land that the state owns, check
out our new web site at http://plats.landrecords.info.
If you have additional questions on state land, you can come into the
Public Information Centers and view plat and survey
maps.
Federal lands information can be found at the Bureau
of Land Management. For information regarding private property,
contact the borough where the property is located. If the property is
not located in a borough or municipality, contact the Recorder's
Office for the appropriate district.
Purchasing State Land
Can I purchase land from the
State?
DNR periodically has land offerings where surveyed parcels are auctioned
to the high bidder. The public is notified through news advertisements,
general media releases, Public Information Center general information
messages, and posted on the Division of Mining, Land & Water
Land Offering web page. Parcels not sold through the auction are
later offered "Over the Counter" for the minimum bid price
plus handling fee.
State Land Auction - Typically takes place in the spring. All parcels
currently available are offered through the "Over
the Counter" program.
For Remote Recreational Cabin Staking Program information please visit
the Remote Recreational
Cabin Staking Program web site.
The University of Alaska Land Management
Office, Mental Health Trust
Land Office, boroughs, and cities also have land disposals. Check
with them directly for current information.
Can I get a homestead in Alaska?
We do not have a homesteading program at this time. If a homestead program
is opened in the future, the public will be notified through news advertisements,
general media releases, Public Information Center general information
messages, and posted on the Land
Offering web page.
Can I purchase land for agriculture?
The Division of Agriculture occasionally sells land for
agricultural purposes. More information can be found on the Agricultural
Land Offering web page and at the Public
Information Centers.
How can I nominate state land
to be sold?
If you are interested in nominating land for state land sale programs
fill out a nomination form and return it to a Public Information Center.
You must include basic information about the location of the nominated
land, whether or not the land is owned by the State of Alaska, and if
it is classified for settlement under land use plans, or designated
for some other use. You may nominate land for residential use, recreational
use, or remote sites for the stake-it yourself program.
Fact
Sheet with Nomination Form
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Mining on State
Owned Land
Fact Sheets
Forms
Recreational Gold Mining
For additional information about mining on state land, view the Mining
web site or contact the Public Information Center.
For information regarding mining on federal land, contact the
Bureau of Land Management.
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Miscellaneous
Can I pay my DNR bill on-line?
Yes, we are now accepting payments on-line by credit card or from your bank account.
Payments can be made on all Land Lease, Land Sale, Shore Fishery, and other Water agreements as well as for Mining Claims.
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Public Use Cabins
General information, reservation & fee information, and cabin locations
are available for
Alaska State Park Cabins on-line. To check availability of a particular
cabin, look for the gray button next to each of the cabin names.
Other Agencies with Cabins:
USFS Cabins
National Park
Service Cabins
National Wildlife
Refuge Cabins
Bureau of
Land Management Cabins
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State Forests and Trees
Where can I cut wood for house logs
and firewood?
You need to contact your local Division
of Forestry office to find out where firewood cutting is allowed
and how to obtain a permit. The house log program has been discontinued.
Can I cut a Christmas tree on state
land?
The Division of Forestry offices open various state lands to Christmas
tree cutting each year. The areas open may change year-to-year so we
request you check with your local
Division of Forestry office or the Public Information
Center for state lands open to cutting. A permit is not required.
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State Parks
Where are the State Parks campgrounds
and how do I make reservations?
State Parks campgrounds do not accept reservations. Sites are available
on a first come-first serve basis. For campground locations, view our
Alaska State Parks Statewide Brochure
on-line or request one from the Public Information
Center.
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Visitor Information
Where can I learn more about Alaska?
Alaska
Tourism Office
Alaska Tourism Marketing Council
Alaska Public Lands Information
Center
Alaska Geographic Association
FAQ Alaska
Alaska Historical
Collections (historical photos)
Where can I find hunting and fishing
information for the state of Alaska?
The Department of Fish & Game
web site will provide you with the regulations and licensing information.
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Water
Where can I find information about river flow, height and forecasts?
USGS
River/Water Data monitors river flow and height.
National Weather Service River
Forecast Center provides river forecasts.
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