Copper Valley – My Alaska Trip

Artifact Collect at Whitney Museum in Valdez Alaska

Valdez’s Whitney Museum: where my point of view on Alaska souvenirs changed

The Whitney Museum in Valdez, Alaska is different from any other museum in the state. Taking Alaska Native arts and crafts and artifacts to tell the stories of continued traditions and the evolution of tourism in Alaska, the Maxine and Jesse Whitney Museum is a must-visit when you're in Valdez.

Glacial Stream at Worthington Glacier State Recreation Area Thompson Pass Valdez Alaska

Visiting Worthington Glacier in Valdez: is it worth it?

Worthington Glacier State Recreation Site is near Valdez on the Richardson Highway. Visit for the view or the hiking, but don't plan your whole day around it as it's an easy stop when you're doing a road trip around Alaska. See what to expect and what the Worthington Glacier is like today.

Taylor Family hiking on Root Glacier with Kennicott Wilderness Guides in Wrangell St Elias National Park McCarthy Alaska

Root Glacier Guided Hike: Alaska Glacier Tours in Wrangell-St. Elias NP

The Root Glacier guided hike is a great activity when you're in Wrangell-St Elias National Park. Leaving from Kennicott / McCarthy, this glacier walk combines hiking past the Kennecott Mill and beautiful waterfalls to the Root Glacier where you'll put on crampons to explore the blue pools, moulins and glacial ice.

Old Kennicott Copper Mill in Wrangell St Elias National Park McCarthy Alaska

Kennecott Mill Town Tour at Wrangell-St Elias National Park, an Alaska Icon

The Kennecott Mill Town Tour is one of the most sought after trips in Alaska. From McCarthy in Wrangell-St Elias National Park, you visit the mine town of Kennicott to then tour the old, bizarre mill buildings and hear the history of this famous Alaska mining town.

Taylor Family at Kennicott River for Whitewater Rafting with McCarthy River Tours McCarthy Alaska

Whitewater Rafting on the Kennicott River and Glacier Lake, McCarthy River Tours

Rafting the Kennicott River in Wrangell-St Elias National Park needs to be a part of visiting McCarthy, Alaska. McCarthy River Tours leads trips on the Kennicott Glacier Lake and then into the whitewater rafting section of the river. See what you can expect and if this is a great fit for your Alaska trip.

Exter of Ma Johnsons Hotel McCarthy Lodge Resort Alaska

The McCarthy Lodge Resort: Vintage, Historic Stays in Wrangell-St Elias NP

The McCarthy Lodge Resort is a collection of historic buildings in McCarthy, Alaska at Wrangell-St Elias National Park, and it's one of the coolest places to stay. Vintage back to early 1900s mining days, the Ma Johnson Hotel and Rose House Hotel are a fun, unique experience to have in remote Alaska.

Cow Moose in Lake on McCarthy Road Edgerton Highway McCarthy Alaska

Easy 5-Day Itinerary for Wrangell-St Elias National Park and the Copper Valley

5 day itinerary for visiting each of the accessible part of Wrangell-St Elias National Park. See the mines of Kennicott, hike to glaciers, enjoy the rivers of the Copper Valley and explore the little-visited Nabesna Road section in the north. Recommendations for activities and where to stay at Wrangell-St Elias NP in Alaska.

Full Taylor Family at Entrance Sign to Wrangell St Elias National Park Copper Center Alaska

Guide to Exploring Wrangell-St Elias National Park in Beautiful Alaska

Wrangell-St Elias National Park is the largest park in the USA, but it's also one of the most unusual to visit. The guide to exploring Wrangell-St Elias NP will help you plan a trip to Kennicott, McCarthy, Copper Center and Nabesna to enjoy the hiking, glaciers, mine history and more. You'll love the beautiful mountain ranges and wildlife in this remote National Park.

Exterior of Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge Copper Center Alaska

Staying at the Beautiful Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge

The Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge is perhaps the nicest place to stay in the Copper River Valley. With large rooms, beautiful public spaces, dining at the lodge and even trails to enjoy, see what it's like here in the hearth of Copper River salmon country.

Catching Sockeye Salmon with Copper River Guides on the Klutina River Copper River Alaska

Salmon Fishing with Copper River Guides – an Alaska Bucket List Experience

Fishing for Copper River salmon is an Alaska bucket list activity and few get to do it. Getting out on the Klutina River with Copper River Guides is a great way to experience the sockeye or king salmon fishing that the Copper River Valley is known for. Full details about what to expect and how to make the most of your fishing trip in Copper Center, Alaska.

Meares Glacier from Stan Stephens Glacier and Wildlife Cruise on Prince William Sound from Valdez Alaska

Stephens Cruises: Wildlife and Glacier Boat Tour from Valdez on Prince William Sound

Departing from Valdez, Alaska the Stephens Cruises wildlife and glacier boat trip is a wonderful day out on the water watching whales and seeing a glacier calve off into Prince William Sound. Visiting either Meares or Columbia Glacier, these tours are a must when you visit Valdez.

Kayaking at Kennicott Glacial Lake Wrangle St Elias National Park by Jennie Flaming 3

Unusual Kayaking at Kennicott Glacier Lake in Wrangell-St Elias National Park

Kayaking at the Kennecott glacial lake at Wrangell-St Elias National Park is an other-worldly kayaking experience. See what to expect, how to plan for it, and who to go with for kayaking in this unique National Park.