Last updated: February 24, 2021
Place
Chitina Wayside
NPS
Quick Facts
Location:
Chitina, Alaska
Significance:
Interpretive waysides and restrooms
Designation:
Historic town and entrance to national park
Amenities
12 listed
Bus/Shuttle Stop, Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits, Information Kiosk/Bulletin Board, Parking - Auto, Picnic Shelter/Pavilion, Picnic Table, Restroom, Restroom - Accessible, Restroom - Seasonal, Scenic View/Photo Spot, Toilet - Vault/Composting, Wheelchair Accessible
Pronounced "Chit-nah," this railroad town sprang to life in 1910 and was once a bustling stopover between Cordova and Kennecott for the Copper River Northwestern Railway transporting copper ore. It is still busy during fishing season in summer. At this wayside there are vault toilet restrooms and interpretive panels. Gasoline (but no diesel) is available at the 24 hour self-serve station in town.