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Wrangell-St. Elias National Park & Preserve
Laws & Policies
 

There are a variety of rules and regulations that help us protect park resources and provide visitors with a safe and enjoyable experience. The Code of Federal Regulations and the Superintendent's Compendium provide a complete listing of park rules and regulations.

36 CFR parts 1-199 pertains to all National Park areas.

36 CFR part 13 pertains to all Alaska National Park areas.

36 CFR section 13, subpart V pertains to Special Regulations of Wrangell-St. Elias National Park & Preserve

The updated Superintendent's Compendium takes effect on April 1, 2011 and provides a listing of regulations under the discretionary authority of the superintendent. Each year the compendium is updated and the public can make comments. Click here to view updates.

Other regulations may also apply.


Nabesna Road ORV Trail Closures
Trails closed due to heavy impact on terrain/vegetation

Green Log Policy 
Permit policy on cutting standing live timber

Policy for Gold Panning & Mineral Collections

ATV Permits

Subsistence Permits

Food Storage Regulations

Hunting

Fishing

ANILCA

Access to the Park and Preserve

ARPA:  Protecting Historic Sites and Cultural Artifacts



Moose are highly prized
Subsistence
Preserving Alaskan lifestyles
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Park and Preserve?
Park and Preserve?
What is the difference?
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Mt. Churchill

Did You Know?
Mount Churchill, a 15,638’ volcanic peak in the St. Elias mountain range, was named by the Alaska State Legislature in 1965 shortly following the death of English statesman Sir Winston Churchill.

Last Updated: September 13, 2011 at 18:14 MST