Wrangell - St Elias National Park & Preserve (U.S. National Park Service) (original) (raw)

America's Largest National Park

Wrangell-St. Elias is a vast national park that rises from the ocean all the way up to 18,008 ft. At 13.2 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.Read More

Backcountry SafetyBackcountry Safety

Plan, prepare, and know before you go! Learn about aviation, river crossings, weather, appropriate gear, wildlife and glacier travel.

NPS Mobile AppNPS Mobile App

Learn about accessibility, self-guided tours, things to do, where to stay, hours and seasons. Save the app for offline use in remote areas.

Junior Ranger ProgramsJunior Ranger Programs

Learn about the park and its important resources so you can share your knowledge with friends and family!

Kennecott mill town in summerKennecott and McCarthy Road

Learn about what to see at Kennecott Mines National Historic Landmark and the highlights driving on McCarthy Road

Nabesna RoadNabesna Road

Learn about the points of interest along Nabesna Road and information at the Slana Ranger Station

WRST contains large volcanoes and numerous glaciersVolcanoes & Glaciers

The Wrangell and St. Elias Ranges contain some of the largest volcanoes and greatest concentration of glaciers in North America.

American Bald eagle at the edge of a snowy river with a salmon in its talons.Nature & Wildlife

With habitats ranging from temperate rainforest to tundra, Wrangell-St. Elias National Park is home to an incredible diversity of animals.

Last updated: July 11, 2024