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Historical Hotel, is a destination celebrated by   and  wilderness.  These  flights  provide  a  unique   Stay, Plan, and Explore with Confidence
      National Geographic as “Authentic, Sustainable,   perspective on the park’s grandeur, making for   By  choosing  McCarthy Lodge  as  your  base,
      Memorable.” Recognized in 2009 as one of the   an unforgettable experience.  you gain more than just a place to stay; you gain
      “109 Hotels We Love To Stay At,” this 1923 boarding   Backcountry  Drop-offs:  Your  Gateway  to   a  partner  in  your  Alaskan  journey.  The  Lodge’s
      house, operated by Pete and Ma Johnson, offers   Remote Exploration       knowledge of the area, combined with its range
      an immersive historical experience.  While the   For those who wish to delve deeper into the   of services, provides  you  with everything  you
      hotel features original artifacts, including  brass   wilderness,  our  backcountry  drop-offs  are  the   need  to  explore  the  majestic Wrangell  St-Elias
      bedframes, it ensures modern comfort with new   perfect starting point. Venture into remote areas   National Park confidently and comfortably.
      linens and bathrobes.  With two bedrooms per   of the park,  where the beauty of  Alaska’s  wild   McCarthy Lodge:  A Steward of History and
      shared bathroom, most rooms also include sinks   landscapes unfolds in its most pristine form.  Community
      with hot and cold water. The hotel is reminiscent   McCarthy Lodge Resort:  Your Support Hub   For over two and a half decades, the Lodge
      of staying at a friend’s home,  with its small,   for Wilderness Adventures  has been at the forefront of preserving, restoring,
      charmingly authentic rooms. The Ma Johnson’s   As  the  authors  of  this  guide  and  enthusiasts   and enhancing the community and its rich history.
      Historical Hotel is renowned for its authenticity   of the Alaskan wilderness, we recognize the vital   Preserving the Essence of McCarthy
      and consistently earns top marks for its unique   role McCarthy Lodge Resort plays in supporting   The McCarthy Lodge has been a diligent
      and genuine experience.              your  adventure  in  Wrangell  St-Elias  National   custodian  of  the  town’s  heritage.  Their  efforts
        The Kate Kennedy House: Elegance of the   Park.  While not an adventure guide company,   in restoration and stabilization go beyond mere
      1920s                                the Lodge is instrumental in enhancing  your   business operations; they reflect a deep-seated
        The Kate Kennedy House, a fully restored   experience  with its comprehensive range of   commitment to maintaining the historical integrity
      madam’s  home  from  the  1920s,  is  a  “Sears   services and local expertise.  and  cultural  significance  of  McCarthy.  This
      Catalogue  Home”  filled  with  period  furniture.   Leverage Local Expertise for Unbiased   dedication guarantees that the town’s unique
      This house offers a glimpse into the past with a   Adventure Recommendations   charm and  character  is not only preserved but
      working  Victrola,  vintage 78  vinyl records, and   McCarthy Lodge Resort, with its deep-rooted   also celebrated and shared  with  visitors from
      a stunning stereo slide collection.  This two-  connections in the McCarthy area, is an invaluable   around the world.
      bedroom house features a screened back porch,   resource for guests seeking impartial advice   Fostering Community and Stability
      wood stove, and a modern bathroom, blending   on selecting adventure  vendors.  The Lodge’s   The  stability of McCarthy has always been a
      historical charm with contemporary comfort. The   understanding of local operators ensures  you   priority for McCarthy Lodge. McCarthy Lodge
      Kate  Kennedy House  is  an exquisite choice  for   receive personalized recommendations that   always prioritizes the stability of McCarthy,
      those seeking a more private and luxurious stay.  align  with  your interests and comfort level.   designing its initiatives and operations with the
        Lancaster’s Backpacker Hotel: Budget-  Whether  you’re looking to book directly or   community’s well-being in mind and contributing
      Friendly and Private                 seeking guidance on the best adventure fit, the   significantly  to  the  town’s  economic  and  social
        For  budget-conscious  travelers,  the  Lodge’s insights are indispensable.  fabric. By engaging in responsible business
      Lancaster’s Backpacker Hotel provides a perfect   A Spectrum of  Adventures  with St-Elias   practices  and  community-oriented  projects,
      solution.  This hostel-style accommodation   Alpine Guides (SEAG)         McCarthy Lodge has become a pillar of stability
      offers 10 private rooms, ensuring a comfortable   The  wilderness surrounding McCarthy &   in this remote Alaskan wilderness.
      stay  without the addition of strangers. It’s an   Kennecott is a playground for  various thrilling   A Legacy of Care and Commitment
      ideal choice for solo travelers or groups looking   activities. Guests can indulge in  wilderness   The legacy of McCarthy Lodge is not merely
      for  simple,  private,  and  affordable  lodging  in   hikes, glacier exploration, white water and pack   in the services it provides but in the respectful
      McCarthy.                            rafting, exceptional flightseeing, and backcountry   manner it honors the past and nurtures the future
          Embark  on  Unforgettable Adventures with   adventures.               of  McCarthy.  Guests  of  the  Lodge  are  not  just
      McCarthy Lodge Resort                  Tucked away in the  wild heart of  Alaska,   visitors; they become part of a larger story – one
        Staff  at  McCarthy  Lodge  Resort,  akin  to   Wrangell-St. Elias National Park is a staggering   of preservation, community, and a deep respect
      Jedi  knights,  leading  you  through  the  majestic   13 million acres of untamed potential. Towering   for the Alaskan wilderness.
      landscapes of Wrangell St-Elias National Park.   peaks, sprawling glaciers, and seldom-traveled   Experience  McCarthy with McCarthy  Lodge
        Venture into the Heart of the Wilderness   valleys create a landscape that feels more like   Resort
        The  wilderness  that  surrounds  McCarthy   a frontier than a park. It’s the largest national   Choosing McCarthy Lodge Resort means more
      Lodge  Resort  is  vast  and  untamed,  offering   park in the United States—and one of the least   than just experiencing the best of Wrangell St-
      endless opportunities for exploration and   explored. Here, the scale is immense and the   Elias National Park. It means being part of a legacy
      adventure. Whether you’re a seasoned explorer   silence profound. For those with a thirst for true   of care, commitment, and stewardship towards
      or a first-time visitor to Alaska’s wild landscapes,   adventure, this place offers a rare opportunity:   one of Alaska’s most treasured communities. We
      our range of activities caters to every level of   to step into a world where nature still writes the   invite you to be a part of this extraordinary story.
      adventure and interest.              rules.
        Experience the  Thrill of  Wilderness and   While the terrain might seem daunting, it’s   Wrangell Mountain Air
      Glacier Hikes                        far  from  inaccessible.  Outfitters  like  St. Elias   Flightseeing Trips
          Embark  on  wilderness  hikes  that  take  you   Alpine Guides have been helping visitors safely   907 554 4411
      through breathtaking sceneries, where each trail   navigate these remote corners for decades.   marketing@wrangellmmountainair.com
      offers its own unique charm and challenges. For   Whether you’re drawn to glacier trekking, high
      those seeking a closer encounter with Alaska’s   alpine climbing, or simply immersing yourself   St Elias
      icy giants, our glacier hikes and explorations are   in the raw beauty of the backcountry, there’s   Historic Nukk Town Walking Tours
      not to be missed. These guided hikes allow you   a  way to experience  Wrangell-St. Elias that   907 231 6395
      to navigate and appreciate the awe-inspiring   matches your comfort and skill level. The park   info@steliasguides.com
      beauty of these ancient glaciers safely.  rewards the curious and the bold—and with the
        White Water and Pack Rafting: Adrenaline-  right guidance, it becomes a playground for the
      Fueled Adventures                    truly adventurous.
        For adrenaline seekers, our  white  water and
      pack rafting experiences promise an exhilarating   McCarthy Lodge’s Comprehensive Support
      journey  through  the  heart  of  Alaska’s  untamed   Services: A Wilderness Concierge
      rivers. Feel the rush of navigating through roaring   McCarthy  Lodge  Resort  goes  beyond  just
      rapids, surrounded by some of the most stunning   accommodation. It’s a  hub for comprehensive
      natural landscapes on earth.         support services, including delectable food and
        Wrangell  Mountain  Air  -  Exceptional  beverage options, comfortable lodging,  well-
      Flightseeing in America’s Mountain Kingdom   stocked  stores,  and  efficient  shuttle  services.
        Take to the skies  with our exceptional   These amenities ensure that after a day of
      flightseeing  tours,  offering  a  bird’s-eye  view   adventure, you return to a place of comfort and
      of the  vast expanses of mountains, glaciers,   care.
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