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 »

Rules & Regulations

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 (CFR) 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 13.73 pertains to Special Regulations of Wrangell-St. Elias National Park & Preserve

The Superintendent's Compendium provides a listing of regulations under the discretionary authority of the superintendent.

Other regulations may also apply.

Kennecott ORV Use Questions and Answers

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

Access to the Park & Preserve

Protecting Historic Sites & Cultural Artifacts