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The wilderness towns of

Kennecott and McCarthy

Have you ever wondered what is located at at The Salmon & Bear Restaurant. Copper River your real adventures begin.
the end of the road? Red Salmon, which is celebrated throughout Access Your McCarthy-Kennecott
Could adventure be waiting for you, sites the world for its deep color and buttery texture, Adventures with Copper Town Shuttle
unseen or maybe soul-searching solitude? For is central to the menu. This restaurant offers Copper Town Shuttle is a Scheduled Shuttle
travelers who arrive at the end of the McCarthy travelers an unforgettable dining experience Fleet, inside Wrangell St-Elias National Park.
Road in the heart of the Wrangell St. Elias in the heart of a national park, along with an Embark on your journey with the “Park Pass for
National Park, it is a footbridge over a wild, glacier extensive wine offering and ingredients that the Shuttles,” your ticket to unlimited travel between
fed river. The road ends at one of only 2 glaciers chef forages from the forest. When nothing but the vibrant communities of McCarthy and
you can park close to in Alaska! Walking across an ice cold beer will do, you can belly up to the Kennecott. It’s your all-access shuttle system in
the bridge will take you to the off-the-grid town bar at the Golden Saloon, where the spirits and the heart of the park. Whether you’re staying for a
of McCarthy, which was the pleasure town for the tall tales flow in equal abundance. day or a week, this pass ensures you can explore
workers of the Kennecott Copper Corporation. There is much to see and do in McCarthy, the ghost towns of McCarthy and Kennecott.
Kennecott is just five miles away from McCarthy including exploring icy glaciers, the thrill of Entertainment at Your Fingertips
and is Alaska’s most famous ghost town. Millions whitewater rafting and hikes into secluded and The shuttle service includes evening service
of dollars’ worth of copper and silver flowed from untamed wilderness. Copper Town Shuttle for the Celebration at the Saloon, or events in
the mill and in 1938, because of the prohibited operates the shuttle between McCarthy and the Kennecott Recreation Center. Enjoying a
costs of railroad repairs and declining copper the ghost town of Kennecott. The staff at the night of lively music at the Golden Saloon or
profits, the copper mill abruptly closed. Leaving McCarthy Lodge Resort can help facilitate your participating in the spirited Open Mic nights
behind buildings, equipment and personal adventure by connecting you with local guides becomes effortlessly convenient. And when the
belongings, people walked away from the mill and services. Their unparalleled enthusiasm night winds down, the shuttle pass ensures you
town of Kennecott. The sister town of McCarthy and expertise in the area are an indispensable return to your hotel with ease.
suffered the same fate, however, with the interest resource for your outdoor excursions. Use the Modern Fleet: The Copper Town Shuttle
in outdoor adventure and tourism, this small town Copper Town Shuttle’s “Park Pass” to come and operates from May 15 through September 15
of a bygone era has come back to life. go for your entire stay in the Park. each summer.
The McCarthy Lodge Resort offers three Whether you fly into McCarthy, or drive the Connectivity Like Never Before: The shuttle
different accommodations for visitors. Ma seven hours from Anchorage, this gem, tucked service connects you to all the major attractions,
Johnson’s Historical hotel was a 1923 boarding in at the confluence of major mountain ranges accommodations, and dining experiences in
house that combines original artifacts and (McCarthy is the center of America’s Mountain McCarthy and Kennecott.
furniture with modern comfort. While staying Kingdom; will leave visitors wanting to experience The Salmon & Bear Restaurant: A Hidden
in the charmingly decorated rooms, guests can more end-of-the road adventures. Culinary Treasure in Alaska’s Wilderness
step back in time and surround themselves with For more information on lodging, dining and In the heart of Alaska’s rugged wilderness,
frontier history. The Kate Kennedy House is a fully activities, please see the detailed information the Salmon & Bear Restaurant emerges as the
restored former madam’s home from the 1920s. below. flagship for the McCarthy Lodge Resort in the
This two-bedroom home features a screened There’s A Surprise inside Wrangell St-Elias remote setting of McCarthy. This award-winning
back porch, wood stove and a modern bathroom. National Park: Your access to more Mountains, restaurant is perfect for couples seeking a
Also available is the Lancaster’s Backpacker Glaciers and Wildlife celebration dinner or anyone looking to enjoy
Hotel, which is a budget-friendly hostel style with Drive, Fly-in, or take a shuttle to the end of the a quiet, exquisite meal. With its intimate dining
10 private rooms. McCarthy Road (starting 60 miles away in Chitina) room, primarily reserved for McCarthy Lodge
Embrace the local flavors of Alaska by dining Once you get to the end of the McCarthy Road, guests, the restaurant provides an exclusive
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