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Wrangell-St. Elias National Park & Preserve
Geology
 

Wrangell-St. Elias is a wonderland of geology. Massive peaks, volcanoes, countless glaciers, and huge rivers set the stage for unsurpassed geologic exploration. This diverse landscape attracts researchers from all over the world to investigate volcanism, glaciation, plate tectonics and quaternary geology.

 
A wonderland of geology
George Herben
A Land of Powerful Forces
Forces of Change
Basic Park Geology
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Guide to the Wrangell Volcanoes
The Wrangell Volcanoes
Geologic Guide
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Geologic Map
Geologic Map
Large full-color geologic map of the park. NEW!
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Highest Alaskan Summits
Highest Alaskan Summits
What? Where? How High?
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Gates & Kennicott Glaciers  

Did You Know?
The Gates Glacier, which feeds into the Kennicott Glacier near Donoho Peak, was named in 1899 for Edward Gates, a local prospector.

Last Updated: November 21, 2006 at 14:49 EST