Midnight Sun dates                                                       

- On May - 16/19 hours of daylight daily -                         

- On June -20 hours of daylight daily -                             

- On July - 20 hours of daylight daily -                                

- On August - 17 hours of daylight daily -                             

- On September - 14 hours of daylight daily -                     

- On October - 11 hours of daylight daily -   

Average Temperatures.

- On May - 54F-32C

- On June - 63F-41C

- On July - 66F-46C

- On August - 62F-44C

- On September - 53F-36C

- On October - 38F-24C

 Northern Lights Dates 

- On May -8 hours of dark nightly-.

- On August -7 hours of dark nightly-.

- On September - 10 hours of dark nightly-.

- On October -13 hours of dark nightly-.

more information at https://sites.google.com/view/northern-lights-alaska-guide/ 

In Wrangell-St. Elias National Park Typically runs from late May through August, with peak intensity occuring from mid-June through July. 

• Protection: Bring heavy-duty repellent 

• Alternatives: Late May or late August/September often offer fewer bugs if planning a trip, through early summer is warmer. 

-Nabesna Road: Vault toilets are located at: 

• The Slana Ranger Station (Mile 0.2).

• Rufus Creek Wayside (Mile 6.1).

• Rock Lake Wayside (Mile 21.8).

• Kendesnii Campground (Mile 27.8).

• Jack Creek Rest Area (Mile 35.3).

-McCarthy Road: A vault toilet and trash services are located at the end of the McCarthy Road Near the footbridge on the McCarthy side. 

It's a massive, highly glaciated landscape covering over 13 million acres, containing  four major mountain ranges, over 3,000 glaciers covering 33% of the park, and several massive volcanoes. It features 9 of the 16 highest peaks in the U.S. and three of the world's 10 largest glaciers.

The Park includes the active Mount Wrangell, along with large,, mostly dormant volcanoes like Mount Sanford (16,237 ft) and Mount Blackburn (16,390 ft).

Four ranges converge here: the Wrangell, St. Elias, Chugach, and Alaska Ranges.

The tallest peak is Mount St. Elias (18,008 ft), which is the second-tallest mountain in both the U.S and Canada.

• Total Number: The park contains over 3,121 glaciers.

• Major Glaciers: It holds the Malaspina Glacier (largest piedmont glacier in North America), the Hubbard Glacier (longest tidewater glacier in Alaska), and the Nabesna Glacier (longest interior valley glacier in the world).

The Bagley Icefield is one of the largest subpolar ice fields in North America.

The largest in the U.S., features major points of interest centered around historic mining and massive glaciers. Top highlights include exploring the Kennecott Ghost Town, hiking or ice climbing on Root Glacier, and driving the scenic, rugged McCarthy Road. Other key spots include the Nabesna Road area and flightseeing over the active Mt. Wrangell volcano.

A preserved, abandoned early 20th-century copper mining camp with red-painted buildings, offering tours and history exhibits.

A popular -4-6 mile roundtrip hike from Kennicott that allows access onto the glacier ice, offering views of blue pools and ice falls.

Former mining towns that serve as the main access point to the heart of the park.

There are only two main, unpaved gravel roads that lead into the 13-million-acre Wrangell-St. Elias national Park & Preserve:

There are no gas stations inside Wrangell St. Elias National Park  

A 60-mile route from Chitina, leading to the Kennicott/McCarthy area. Generally passable for passenger cars, but often noted for rough conditions, including potential for flat tires from the old railway gravel.

John@Chugachoutfitters.net - 907 822 4103 - 

- Dog Mushing 

A narrow, steel-trestle bridge with wooden planks, offering dramatic, open views of the gorge, which some visitors find intimidating it was built in 1910 it spans 525 feet across a gorge 238 feet above the river.

• Location: Mile 17.2 on the 59-mile-long gravel McCarthy Road.

• Access: It is safe for vehicles but it is narrow and one-lane, so traverlers should watch for oncoming traffic. 

(often referred to as the Gilahina Trestle), located around mile 29, though it is not a drive-through structure like the Kuskulana.

Located in town, offering grociers, espresso, ice cream, artisan bread, and light cafe fare.

Address and Phone Number on Gas Station and Other Services page 

Small shops are available in McCarthy and at the Kennicott Glacier Lodge for snacks and souvenirs. 

More information about stores and restaurants on restaurant page 

There are no full-service gear stores, but St. Elias Alpine Guides and other local operators provide technical equipment (crampons/ice axes) for glacier treks.

The Potato, Salmon & Bear, and the Golden Saloon Restaurant are located in McCarthy, While the Metza Wagon is in Kennecott.

Nebesna Road has essentially no commercial stores, gas stations, or services along its a 42-mile route gravel route from Slana into the northern part of the park. Provides access to hiking trails and features several stream crossings, which may require a high-clearance vehicle.  you must bring your own food, fuel, and supplies from nearby towns like Slana or Tok before entering. The road offers access to historic mining sites (like the Nabesna Mine), scenic views of the Wrangell Mountains, and hiking trails.

An accessible, sceneic hike along the Nabesna Road.

There are limited, independant lodges along the road, such as Nabesna Lodge.

Available, offering ten sites with picnic tables and fire rings.

It's near the start of the road for information, trip planning, and road conditions updates.

Visitors often use local air taxis from Glennallen, Chitina or McCarthy to reach more remote parts of the park, as the majority of the area is roadless wilderness.  

More informations on the attractions page 

Guided trips to the Root Glacier, offering views of deep blue ice, pools, and canyons.

more information on the attractions page 

Flights over the Wrangell-St. Elias mountain range and glaciers from local air charters.

More information on the attraction page 

Challenging, steep hikes above Kennicott offering panoramic views.

more information on the attractions page 

Opportunities to explore glaciers from the water.

more information on the attractions page