Wrangell St Elias National Park
WIDE-RANGING INVENTORY
From affordable pop-ups to luxury motorhomesLARGEST RV RENTAL MARKETPLACE
Thousands of 5 star reviews from happy customersSECURE AND MOST TRUSTED
24/7 Emergency roadside assistance on every booking- Home
- National Parks
- Wrangell St Elias National Park
Wrangell-St. Elias National Park is home to glacier-covered mountains that tower more than 15,000 feet above the ocean. In fact, the St. Elias Mountains are the highest coastal range in the world. You'll also be able to explore the park's fjords and the temperate rainforest of southern Alaska, which can be found near Yakutat. The visitor center is located in Copper Center, and it's open from mid-May through mid-September from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. RVing to Wrangell-St. Elias National Park will allow you to enjoy modern comforts while in this remote environment. If you're looking for RV rentals near Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, you can often find them in Copper Center, Chitina, Anchorage, and other communities in southern Alaska. Learn more by reading this RV guide to Wrangell-St. Elias National Park.
Two roads act as entry points into the park, but they're only open during the warmer months. One is Nabesna Road, which goes into the park from Slana, AK. The other road is McCarthy Road, which enters the park from Chitina, AK. While there is no stated size limit for RVs on this road, keep in mind that both roads are unpaved and often have a lot of potholes. You can find information about changes and road closures on the park's website. You can find RV parking in Wrangell-St. Elias National Park along Nabesna Road. Furthermore, it is possible to access the park's southern region near Yakutat, AK by car if you take a ferry. RVs less than 60 feet are allowed on the ferry. This region of the park features a temperate rainforest.
- Spring 22-45 F
- Summer 44-77 F
- Fall 14-30 F
- Winter -26 - -4 F
- Coming soon
- Wrangell-St. Elias National Park Admission: $0
RV Rentals Near Wrangell St Elias National Park
Nearby RV Rentals
Wrangell St Elias National Park Hiking Trails
The park is massive, and it covers an incredible 13 million acres. This means that there are plenty of opportunities for hiking and backpacking. You can choose everything from an easy day hike to a long backpacking trek over glacier-covered peaks.
Copper Center Area Trails
McCarthy Road and Kennecott Trails
Nabesna Road Trails
Things to do Outside Wrangell St Elias National Park
During the winter, spring, or fall, the area around Wrangell-St. Elias National Park offers exceptionally dark skies and is a prime viewing location for the aurora borealis. Due to the northern location of the area and lack of light pollution, the aurora can be seen on most clear nights.
Copper Center offers a variety of dining, such as the Salmon & Bear Restaurant at McCarthy Lodge. You can stop and shop at Copper Center Visitor Complex Bookstore and Jean Rene Studio Gallery while driving to Wrangell-St. Elias National Park.
Restaurants
Shopping
Sightseeing
Discover Nearby Towns and Cities
RV Resorts & Campsites near Wrangell St Elias National Park
There are some rest areas located along Nabesna Road where you can park your RV. Camping is also available at Chugach National Forest, which is about four hours from Wrangell-St. Elias National Park. You'll also find BLM campgrounds near Wrangell-St. Elias National Park at Sourdough Creek and Tangle Lakes.
Campgrounds Near Wrangell St Elias National Park
Find the Best Dumpstations Near Wrangell St Elias National Park
Dumpstations Near Wrangell St Elias National Park
How to get to Wrangell St Elias National Park
Only two roadways lead to Wrangell-St. Elias National Park: Nabesna Road and McCarthy Road. McCarthy Road runs from Chitina to McCarthy, and it passes through the park's southern part of the Wrangell Mountain region. Nabesna Road passes through the northern part of the same region. You can charter flights into the Wrangell Mountains region of the park and the coastal portion of the St. Elias Mountains. It's also possible to enter the park by plane or boat from Yakutat, and this community is the only location where Wrangell-St. Elias National Park offers visitor services.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Wrangell-St. Elias Naitonal Park is accessible for disabled visitors. The visitor center, exhibits, and theater are accessible for wheelchairs. Grounds nearby are paved and there are accessible restrooms. There is a nature trail with paved portions, and there are wheelchair ramps at various buildings around the park.
Yes, pets are allowed at Wrangell-St. Elias National Park. Dogs can be on trails in the park and in the backcountry. Pets are not allowed in park buildings with the exception of guide dogs.
Top things to do at Wrangell-St. Elias National Park include checking out the visitor center, touring the Kennecott Copper Mine, and taking a flightseeing expedition. There is hiking, rafting, and much more to do at the park!
Yes, there are designated camping spots in Wrangell-St. Elias National Park. The Kendesnii Campground is free, and has ten sites with picnic tables and fire rings. The sites can accommodate a small to medium RV or other vehicle. Campsites are open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis but the campground is not plowed in winter.
Wrangell-St. Elias National Park is 13 million acres, or 20,000 square miles large. It is the biggest national park in the United States and could fit six Yellowstones inside the park.
Related
Hazen, North Dakota RV Rental Deals Bartlett, Texas RV Rentals Crenshaw, Mississippi RV Rentals St Readsboro, Vermont RV Rental Deals Ranlo, North Carolina RV Rental Deals Ivey, Georgia RV Rentals Goshen, Alabama RV Rentals Villanow, Georgia RV Rental Deals Avon, Alabama RV Rental Deals Hurlock, Maryland RV Rental Deals Perry, Wisconsin RV Rental Deals Hendricks, West Virginia RV Rentals South Orange, New Jersey RV Rentals