Wrangell National Park
Phone: Headquarters Copper Center 907 822 5234 <br> Nabesna District Ranger Station 907 822 5238 <br> Chitina District Ranger Station 907 823 2205 <br> Yakutat Ranger Station 907 784 3295 <br> Webmaster 907 822 7442
The Chugach, Wrangell, and St. Elias mountain ranges converge here in what is often referred to as the "mountain kingdom of North America." The largest unit of the National Park System and a day's drive east of Anchorage, this spectacular park includes the continent's largest assemblage of glaciers and the greatest collection of peaks above 16,000 feet. Mount St. Elias, at 18,008 feet, is the second highest peak in the United States.
Adjacent to Canada's Kluane National Park, the site is characterized by remote mountains, sweeping valleys, wild rivers, and a variety of wildlife.
Proclaimed as Wrangell-St. Elias National Monument Dec. 1, 1978; established as a national park and preserve Dec. 2, 1980. Wilderness designated Dec. 2, 1980. Designated a World Heritage Site Oct. 24, 1979.
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Directions
Plane - The nearest major airport is located in Anchorage. It is 4 hour drive to park headquarters in Copper Center/Glennallen.
Local air taxis and flightseeing tours leave from the airstrips in Glennallen, McCarthy, and Chitina.
Car - Although you can view the park's mountains from along the Richardson Highway, Glenn Highway, and Edgerton Highway, there are ontly two gravel roads that actually enter the park.
The Nabesna Road (42 miles long) begins at Slana and offers spectacular scenery and access to a seldom seen, wild corner of Alaska.
The McCarthy Road (60 miles long) begins at Chitina, follows an old railbed, and ends at the historic communities of McCarthy and Kennecott. This road provides access to great hiking, fishing, and camping.
Be prepared slow travel and have a good spare tire before beginning. Check on road conditions at a ranger station, be prepared for slow travel, and have a good spare tire before setting out. Be aware that some car rental companies prohibit clien
More info at http://www.nps.gov/wrst
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