About Wrangell–St. Elias
Wrangell-St. Elias is a vast national park that rises from the ocean all the way up to 18,008 ft. 2 million acres, the park is the same size as Yellowstone National Park, Yosemite National Park, and Switzerland combined! Within this wild landscape, people continue to live off the land as they have done for centuries. This rugged, beautiful land is filled with opportunities for adventure.
Things to do: Arts and Culture · Auto and ATV · ATV Off-Roading · Auto Off-Roading · Scenic Driving · Biking · Mountain Biking · Boating · Camping · Backcountry Camping · Canoe or Kayak Camping · Car or Front Country Camping · Group Camping · RV Camping
Trails
Wrangell–St. Elias has roughly 0 named trails. Log the one you hiked in the app — or just the park if you're not sure.
Camping
There are no NPS campgrounds inside the park. Lodging and private campgrounds are typically available nearby.
Best time to visit
Peak season: June – August. Access is seasonal — confirm opening and closing dates on NPS.gov before you go.
Varies widely depending on location in park and time of year. htm for detailed information.
Getting there
Nearest city: Anchorage, AK. Park center: 61.700°, -142.990°.
The administrative building and main park visitor center are located along the Richardson Highway (Hwy 4), which is a paved state highway that runs through Copper Center, AK. The buildings are 8 miles south of the Glenn Highway and Richardson Highway intersection near Glennallen, Alaska. This is approximately 200 miles east of Anchorage, AK and 250 miles south of Fairbanks, AK.
Common questions
How much does it cost to visit Wrangell–St. Elias National Park?
Entry is Free. An America the Beautiful annual pass covers entrance fees at every national park.
When is the best time to visit Wrangell–St. Elias?
Peak season is June – August. Access is seasonal; check NPS.gov for opening dates. Varies widely depending on location in park and time of year. htm for detailed information.
Can you camp in Wrangell–St. Elias National Park?
There are no NPS campgrounds inside the park; lodging and private campgrounds are available nearby.
What is the closest city to Wrangell–St. Elias National Park?
Anchorage, AK is the nearest major city. The administrative building and main park visitor center are located along the Richardson Highway (Hwy 4), which is a paved state highway that runs through Copper Center, AK. The buildings are 8 miles south of the Glenn Highway and Richardson Highway intersection near Glennallen, Alaska. This is approximately 200 miles east of Anchorage, AK and 250 miles south of Fairbanks, AK.
Plan your trip
The practical bits, so more of the weekend goes to the trail.