• Wrangell Mountain Range

    Wrangell - St Elias

    National Park & Preserve Alaska

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  • Shamrock Mining Plan of Operations and Environmental Assessment Released for Public Review/Comment

    The Park has released for public review the Shamrock Mining Plan of Operations and Environmental Assessment. The EA is available for public review and comment for one month. All comments must be submitted by July 3, 2013. More »

  • Chisana River Fire Grows, Impacts the Copper River Valley

    Smoke from the Chisana River Fire impacted the Copper River basin on the evening of July 18. Because the fire continues to grow anticipate varying levels of smoke impacting the area. The fire grew from 7,718 acres on June 17 to 25,566 acres. More »

America's Largest National Park

At 13.2 million acres which is bigger than the country of Switzerland, Wrangell-St. Elias stretches from one of the tallest peaks in North America, Mount St. Elias (18,008) to the ocean. Yet within this wild landscape, people have been living off the land for centuries and still do today. The park is a rugged yet inviting place to experience your own adventure.

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Features

  • Park Visitor Center's

    Start your Visit at the Visitor Center

    There are serveral visitor center's within the park. Stop by and talk with a Park Ranger who can help plan your visit to the park and nearby areas.

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  • Social Media

    Follow us on Social Media

    We are on Facebook and Twitter. Follow the latest news from the park.

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  • Backpacking in the Wrangell's

    Take a Hike in the Park

    Wandering around the park on foot can be a rewarding experience. There are some trails but most are routes. Having a map and proper gear is essential.

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  • Public Use Cabin

    Roughing it in the Backcountry

    If staying in a tent is not for you, why not stay in one of our backcountry cabins? Most are fly-in only but a few can be accessed through a hike.

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  • Air Taxi Service

    Guide Services for Accessing the Park

    There are many ways to make your own adventure within the park. Several guide services are available to help you experience the park.

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  • Concentration Mill - Kennecott

    Kennecott Operations Plan

    The Kennecott Operations Plan is available for review and comment.

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Did You Know?

Wood Frog

The sole frog species within Wrangell-St. Elias National Park & Preserve’s 13.2 million acres is the Wood Frog.