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    Wrangell - St Elias

    National Park & Preserve Alaska

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  • Delayed Opening of Kennecott

    Due to lingering snow and frozen water lines, the park has delayed the opening of Kennecott NHL visitor center until June 1. The rest of Kennecott/McCarthy is open. Most NPS buildings will not be open until June 1. More »

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Valdez to Fairbanks in only eight days! Photo courtesy of Museum of Science & Industry, Seattle, WA

Wrangell-St. Elias Oral Histories
LISTEN to oral history interviews, view photos & maps

Key Dates in the Park's Development
Wrangell St. Elias' Formative Events

"Contested Ground"
The Administrative History of Wrangell-St. Elias National Park

History of the National Park Service
National Park Service has a proud past

Alaska History & Cultural Studies
Complete Online Curriculum

Did You Know?

Boreal Toad

The Boreal Toad might just get a bit lonely at Wrangell-St. Elias National Park & Preserve.  It’s the only species of toad to be found there.