This national park is often referred to as the "mountain kingdom of North America." The Chugach, Wrangell, and St. Elias mountain ranges converge here.

There is a visitor center and National Parks & Monuments headquarters at Mile 105.1 Richardson Hwy. Access is via the Edgerton Hwy/McCarthy Rd and McCarthy Rd.

The park is characterized by remote mountains, wild rivers, and a variety of abundant wildlife.

Location: P O Box 439, 106.8 Richardson Hwy, Copper Center Alaska 99573 Telephone 907-822-5234 Fax 907-822-7216

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