Do I need a permit to camp in Wrangell-St. Elias?

Backcountry camping is allowed; obtain Special Use Permits if required for specific uses; check with Copper Center or Slana Ranger Station for subsistence and use guidelines.

Is there a park-wide shuttle?

There is a shuttle system in McCarthy for Kennicott access; no park-wide mandatory shuttle.

Are there fees to enter?

No; Wrangell-St. Elias National Park & Preserve has no entrance fee.

What is the best way to see Kennicott?

Take the McCarthy Road to access the Kennicott area; consider the Kennicott Shuttle to visit the mine and surrounding terrain.

When do visitor centers operate?

Copper Center and Slana centers operate seasonally (roughly May–Sept); Chitina has limited hours; plan accordingly.

All 2 Nearby Towns in Wrangell – St Elias National Park & Preserve

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Wrangell – St Elias National Park & Preserve – Nearby Towns

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