Title: Visit McCarthy: Best of McCarthy Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in McCarthy](https://expedia.ca/McCarthy-Hotels.d6046381.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in McCarthy](https://expedia.ca/McCarthy-Vacation-Rentals.d6046381.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[McCarthy Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-McCarthy.d6046381.Car-Rental-Guide)[McCarthy Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/McCarthy.d6046381.Destination-Travel-Guides) # McCarthy ## Travel Guide ![Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve featuring a small town or village and signage](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/151000/151277-Wrangell-St-Elias-National-Park-And-Preserve.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![McCarthy which includes signage](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/150000/150916-Mccarthy.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![McCarthy](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/187000/187414-Mccarthy.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![McCarthy](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/150000/150913-Mccarthy.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![McCarthy which includes signage](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/150000/150915-Mccarthy.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit McCarthy Things to do #### Stroll down the dirt road of wrecked wooden buildings that remain from a gold rush town in a glacial valley. McCarthy is a sleepy village with old-world structures and historic relics relating to the former mining industry. Adjacent to the Kennecott Copper Company, the town thrived in the early 1900s, when the metal was mined and transported to the coast. Relish the spectacular views of forests and mountains in the glacier-carved valley in which the town lies. Get a feel for the town as you walk past its old buildings. Note how the structures seem like relics from a bygone era the village has hardly changed since the early 1900s. Imagine the site bustling with busy families and workers nearly 100 years ago. Hear about the town’s infamous shooting in 1983, when a 39-year-old murdered six of the 22 residents. It featured on the Discovery show *Alaska Ice Cold Killers*. In present day, around 30 people live in McCarthy. Visit the neighboring town of Kennicott, which is known for its fascinating mining building that is built onto a hill. Climb up and down the 14 stories of the large red structure to see the former offices and halls of the Kennecott Copper Company. The towns lie in a picturesque region of snow-capped mountains and vast glacial valleys. Hike through [Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve](https://www.expedia.ca/Wrangell-St-Elias-National-Park-Alaska.d6025899.Vacation-Attraction), the largest of its kind in the United States. Capture photos of Mount St. Elias, which is the second-highest point in the country. Head to the northern part of the park for the impressive Nabesna Glacier, which is the longest in North America. Tana Glacier is to the south of McCarthy and is flanked by rocky columns. McCarthy is in the southeastern region of Alaska, close to the Canadian border. Travel west for 300 miles (480 kilometres) to get to Anchorage and the glacial parks of the [Kenai Peninsula](https://www.expedia.ca/Kenai-Peninsula.d6054778.Destination-Travel-Guides). Driving is not permitted in the town, so it is best to get a short flight from Anchorage. The town of McCarthy offers a glimpse into the gold rush amid spectacular views of the largest national park in the U.S. - McCarthy Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in McCarthy ![Tents at the headwaters of the Kennicott River in marvelous McCarthy with WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117470000/117463100/117463019/w1412h755x0y0-c7115e76_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Tents at the headwaters of the Kennicott River in marvelous McCarthy with WiFi McCarthy AK Fully refundable CA $138 CA $166 total Dec 26 - Dec 27 includes taxes & fees Stay at this campground in Chitina. Popular attractions McCarthy Footbridge and McCarthy Road Information Station are located nearby. 10/10 Exceptional! (1 review) Summer 25 Trip The host (Michael) was very knowledgeable of the area and helpful in getting us what we needed. 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Discover the glaciers while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/McCarthy-Road-Information-Station-Chitina.d553248635274586454.Vacation-Attraction) #### Kennecott Visitor Center Explore the great outdoors at Kennecott Visitor Center, a lovely green space in Kennicott. [](https://expedia.ca/Kennecott-Visitor-Center-Chitina.d553248635998150061.Vacation-Attraction) #### McCarthy Footbridge After visiting McCarthy Footbridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in McCarthy. Discover the glaciers while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/McCarthy-Footbridge-Chitina.d553248635274593424.Vacation-Attraction) #### McCarthy Creek Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at McCarthy Creek during your travels in McCarthy. Discover the glaciers while you're in the area. 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