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 »

Research in the Park

From social science to fisheries, climate change to pollution, and glaciers to geology, Wrangell-St. Elias is a living laboratory where scientists conduct research and test their hypotheses. The research permits issued for projects within the park's boundaries reflect the diversity of resources found here.

If you plan to conduct research within the park, your application should be submitted a minimum of 3 months prior to the anticipated start date of work and/or by May 1 if you are planning to conduct research between June and Mid-September. This allows for proper review and processing of your application.

Research Guide
A guide to conducting scientific and scholarly research in Wrangell-St. Elias National Park & Preserve

Research in Wrangell-St. Elias (IRMA)
A search tool to find scientific papers and information related to research in the park

NPS Park Science Website
Science in the National Parks

Alaska Park Science
Articles are illustrated with photographs of Alaska′s spectacular scenery, wildlife, culture or history, and many describe innovative and traditional approaches to communicating knowledge through experiential learning, arts, humanities and technology.

Inventory and Monitoring: Central Alaskan Network
Inventory & Monitoring research and reports conducted in the interior of Wrangell-St. Elias and in Denali and Yukon Charley.

Inventory and Monitoring: South-East Alaska Network
Inventory & Monitoring research and reports conducted in coastal Wrangell-St. Elias and other southeast Alaskan parks