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AlaskaHikes.com is dedicated to exploring Alaska beyond the roads. With only one road in and out, what better place to do that than the Wrangell St. Elias National Park?
At 13.2 million acres Wrangell St. Elias National Park is six times the size of Yellowstone and the largest national park in the system! Within its boundaries are found an immense variety of geological features, plant life, wildlife, and some of the most pristine wilderness left in the world today.
The Chugach, Wrangell, and St. Elias mountain ranges converge here in what is often referred to as the "mountain kingdom of North America." A days drive east of Anchorage, Wrangell-St. Elias National Park includes the continent's largest assemblage of glaciers and 9 of its 16 highest peaks. 16,390 ft (4,995 m) Mt. Blackburn rises a mere 25 miles (40 km) from the towns of Kennecott and McCarthy and provides a stunning backdrop for visitors to the area. Seen from the air, the moraine striped glaciers look like smooth highways between the jagged mountains that march off into the distance. Surprisingly, these mountain ranges are relatively unexplored and even the most prominent peaks see few, if any attempts to climb them each year.
We’ve hand-picked the best activities to do while traveling to get far enough off the beaten path the see the wildlife and scenery we all visit Alaska for. The companies listed are well-established and provide quality experiences and excellent customer service. We are always updating the list, so check back often. If you have any suggestions, our email address is linked below.
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